I was born in Stretford near Manchester (1915). I attended Urmston Grammar School from 1927.
I was in the Territorial Army and in 1939 I joined the 209 Anti Aircraft Battery - 73rd Regiment of the Royal Artillery. During the Second World War I was on Anti Aircraft duties.
I have lived and worked in Wolverhampton and Teddington. I moved to the Portsmouth area in the early 1970's. I am a retired Civil Servant and a keen sports person. These days my interests include swimming, bowls, bridge and writing.
Your can read about my life here - http://www.raymenta.btinternet.co.uk/mylife/