Jack Blades was born in Beeston, Leeds as the son of working-class parents in post-World War I Yorkshire. He was a clever lad but never had the opportunity to progress his education as he wanted.During World War II, he was posted to Italy and met his wife, Guilietta, while working for the Allied Military Government. They returned to England to face some hostility.Jack spent many years working as a miner in Allerton Bywater but always retained interest...
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