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Gateway 97.8 announces death of Captain Sir Tom Moore

2nd February 2021
Posted by Johnny Jenkins

Second World War veteran Captain Sir Tom Moore, who inspired the nation during lockdown by raising millions for the NHS, has died aged 100.

He went into hospital on Sunday after being treated for pneumonia and testing positive for coronavirus last week.

He was knighted by the Queen during a private ceremony at Windsor Castle in July.

Here’s how Gateway 97.8 announced the news on Drivetime with Johnny Jenkins: