Michael Willetts, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
TweetMichael Willetts
Recipient of the George Cross
Date of Birth: 13-Aug-1943
Place of Birth: Sutton in Ashfield, England, United Kingdom
Date of Death: 25-May-1971
Nationality: United Kingdom
Zodiac Sign: Leo 
About Michael Willetts
- Michael Willetts, GC (13 August 1943 – 25 May 1971) was one of the first British soldiers to be killed during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, and the recipient of a posthumous George Cross for his heroism in saving lives during the Provisional Irish Republican Army bombing which claimed his own.
- The Harvey Andrews song "Soldier" commemorates Willetts' sacrifice.
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