John Axon
British train driver, posthumous recipient of the George Cross (1900-1957)
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Summary
John Axon was born on December 4, 1900[1], in Stockport[2]. He died on February 9, 1957[3], in Chapel-en-le-Frith[4]. He worked as a Triebfahrzeugführende[5].
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[6], United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[7]
- Award received: George Cross[8], Order of Industrial Heroism[9]
- Sex or gender: male[10]
- Cause of death: train wreck[11]
- Given name: John[12]
- Relative: John Axon[13]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[14]
FAQs
Where was John Axon born?
John Axon's place of birth was Stockport[2].
Where did John Axon die?
John Axon died in Chapel-en-le-Frith[4].
What did John Axon do for work?
John Axon worked as a Triebfahrzeugführende[5].
What awards did John Axon receive?
Honors received include George Cross[8] and Order of Industrial Heroism[9].