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Vincent Parker
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| Vincent Parker | |
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| Born | Vincent Wheatley February 11, 1918 County Durham, England |
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| Died | January, 29 1946 (age Expression error: Unexpected < operator.) Northumberland, England |
| Resting place | Harrogate (Stonewall) Cemetery, North Yorkshire H, Row N, Grave 1 Map |
| Nationality | British/Australian |
| Flourished | 1930-1940s |
| Known for | WW2 prisoner-of-war magician |
Vincent 'Bush' Parker, was an amateur magician most known for using his magic skills to help Allied prisoners-of-war escape from captivity during World War Two, including from the Colditz Castle POW camp.
Biography
General information about growing up and career
Awards and Honors
- British War Medal 1939 to 1945
- 1939-1945 Star (with Battle of Britain clasp)
- Mentioned in Despatches
Quotes
- "He was an outstanding hero among his fellow prisoner." Don Donaldson, British POW in Colditz
Further Reading
- The Colditz Conjurer: The amazing true story of Vincent 'Bush' Parker, Battle of Britain pilot and prisoner of war magician (2022)
- 'Bush' Parker: An Australian Battle of Britain Pilot in Colditz (2002)
