A NEW memorial to commemorate the heroic actions of Sgt. Johnson, V.C. in World War I will be officially unveiled during a ceremony on Thursday 12th July at 6.30pm.

A plaque that sits in the gardens of Worksop Library was stolen by metal thieves at the end of January 2012, however, a replacement has generously been provided by County Councillor Glynn Gilfoyle.

Sgt. Johnson was awarded the Victoria Cross for most conspicuous bravery at Ramicourt, northern France on the 3rd of October, 1918.*

The short service will be led by Father Spicer of Worksop Priory and will be attended by the grandson of Sgt. Johnson.

Other dignitaries in attendance will be the Chairman of Bassetlaw District Council Ian Campbell and other Council representatives, Coun Gilfoyle, representatives of the Royal British Legion, Fellowship of the Services and local Cadet Forces.