101-year-old John Eskdale was a Royal Marines Commando serving aboard HMS Charybdis when the ship was hit by German torpedoes during WW2. More than 400 men lost their lives but after spending five hours in the water, John was rescued and went on to continue his war effort in the Far East. Now, as the last living survivor of the Charybdis sinking, he still plays an active role with the Royal Marines, helping to inspire a new generation. Please take a few minutes to listen to his remarkable story.
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