The WW2 Killer No One Ever Expected
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Published 2024-04-13
The area was supposed to have already been cleared of enemy troops, but suddenly, D Company found themselves unexpectedly facing machine gun fire from a pair of pillboxes that had somehow been missed.
Without blinking an eye, Hollis bravely sprinted over thirty yards towards the first, skilfully dodging the flurry of ammunition flying towards him as he hurriedly dashed across the dangerous open ground. Miraculously making it to the pillbox unscathed, he then wedged his trusty Sten gun through the slit and let rip, emptying his magazine on the Nazi soldiers hiding out inside.
Out of ammunition, quick-thinking Hollis rapidly jumped atop the pillbox, lying prone as he threw a grenade through the door before rushing in to take any survivors prisoner. It was undoubtedly a heroic act, but the so-called “longest day” was just beginning, and Hollis and his men would have to pull out all the stops to make it out alive…
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All Comments (21)
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It is men like this that define what true heroism is. This selfless action cannot be taught and cannot be trained, it is what separates you from the rest.
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A amazing soldier who fought for king and country. I salute you sir
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I am British and old enough to have worked with a number of men who served in WW2 . They rarely if ever spoke of their experiences, when doing so always in a matter of fact way. No bragging, or boasting, and always saying it was a time they would rather forget. I find it disturbing that so many young men today, brag and boast about silly thing, are obsessed with their appearance and seem to have a fascination with violence. When I was with those men, all dead now, I was humbled and realised I would be hard pressed to match their courage and determination,
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As a fellow Yorkshireman, this makes my heart happy. My Nan is turning 100 this summer and is still here with us, also a WW2 veteran
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My father, son and I are going over to England and France this June for the 80th anniversary of D day. This is definitely a story I am going to look more into and search out those locations.
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Massive RESPECT
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One small correction. Rommel was not a Nazi and never joined the Nazi Party.
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As a Brit I can tell you that I wouldn't mess with anyone from Middlesbrough.
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Hollis is but one of many "B@lls of steel" type of characters that made the world realize war is not the answer. Much love and respect to all soldiers.
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Fantastic! The story of a local hero eloquently presented.
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We hear stories of brave guys like this but we shouldn’t forget those who fought tirelessly doing more than what was asked of them yet were not recognised except by their mates and family.
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What an amazing soldier!
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A true soldier. I served along side the Green Howards during the Cold war
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What the hell was that title "WWII killer" about?. All I saw was a very brave man and a great leader.
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Rommel was a true soldier and respected brave men, no matter what side. Only WW2 German General that I have respect for. We don't know what we are capable off until thrown into the furnace of war. Hollis was one hell of a man and leader of men!
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Your videos always pull at the ❤ strings. Thank you for the amazing stories and work. This channel has come a LONG way. THANK YOU AGAIN for keeping these heroes memories alive. GONE NOT FORGOTTEN
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Outstanding, mate. Well done!
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An incredible man.
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This makes me proud to be British. I had never heard of WO2 Hollis before so thank you very much for bringing this wonderful production to us.
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Sgt Hollis was a real soldier. The PIAT (projectile infantry anti tank), by the way, was not a rocket. The shell was propelled by a giant spring which had to be cocked by bracing it against the arms and pushed by the legs.
