Author and war hero dies aged 97
A former journalist, commando, writer and poet has died at his home near Porthmadog in Gwynedd at the age of 97.
Michael Burn, who worked for The Times, lived in Wales for 60 years where he wrote numerous books and novels.
A commando during World War II, he was caught after a raid at St Nazaire in France and later sent to the infamous Colditz.
He wrote a book about his experiences which is being turned into a film....
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Michael Burn, who worked for The Times, lived in Wales for 60 years where he wrote numerous books and novels.
A commando during World War II, he was caught after a raid at St Nazaire in France and later sent to the infamous Colditz.
He wrote a book about his experiences which is being turned into a film....