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The Latest Breaking News from Norman Irwin

Funeral of Second World War veteran told he was ‘hero’ to the world

Norman Irwin died at the age of 107.

Evening Standard · Sep 19

World War II veteran, 107, told he was ‘hero’ to the world

Norman Irwin, who was Northern Ireland’s oldest man, served in north Africa during the war

The Independent UK · Sep 19

‘Profound sadness’ at death of 107-year-old Second World War veteran

Norman Irwin was recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours last year.

Evening Standard · Sep 3

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Princess Royal pays tribute to veteran, 106, as he receives British Empire Medal

Anne visited Hillsborough Castle where she presented 106-year-old Norman Irwin with the honour.

Evening Standard · Sep 10, 2025

‘Brilliant role model’ and veteran ‘never imagined’ being honoured at 106

Norman Irwin served in North Africa in the Second World War and later set up a number of clubs in his home town of Coleraine.

The Independent UK · Jun 14, 2025

N Ireland motorcyclist, war veteran and public inquiry chairwoman honoured

Northern Ireland’s oldest man Norman Irwin has been honoured at the aged of 106.

The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2025

‘Inspirational’ veteran, 106, is oldest person on King’s Birthday honours list

Norman Irwin said he didn’t expect honour as he’s ‘getting on a bit’

The Independent UK · Jun 13, 2025

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