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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ella Pickover

British war hero launches appeal for stem cell donor after life-threatening diagnosis

Chris Gordon was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross in 2013 - (PA)

A decorated British military veteran has described finding himself "needing help from other people" after being diagnosed with a critical, life-threatening blood condition that leaves him requiring a stem cell transplant.

Ex-RAF Chinook pilot Chris Gordon, 43, was awarded a prestigious medal for gallantry by the late Queen in 2013 to recognise his life-saving actions during the war in Afghanistan.

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