Jim McKee: Jacob Dawson, attorney, newspaperman, postmaster and town builder
Jacob Dawson wore many hats and contributed several firsts to the city of Lincoln.
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Jacob Dawson wore many hats and contributed several firsts to the city of Lincoln.
THE order to ‘fight to the last man, to the last bullet’ was one not often given in the Second World War. But it was in these desperate circumstances that a young Glasgow soldier found himself, back in March, 1944. Lieutenant John Young’s bravery and sacrifice helped comrades prepare for the ensuing 64-day Battle of Kohima, and marked a turning point in the war against Japan. Today marks the 76th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, the beginning of the end of the Second World War. Like last year, celebrations will be muted, with street parties and crowds still a no-no thanks...