22/03/2025
Norwich, GB 3 C
Researching and reporting on the lives of some really interesting people (RIP)

PATTI McGEE, aged 79

Originally a surfer, she became the first female professional skateboarder, holding demonstrations across the USA and appearing on TV – a legend of the sport.

HENRY PARHAM, aged 99

A young African American who was drafted into the war, he was on Omaha Beach during D-Day, protecting troops landing. It took years for him to get recognition.