AIRARMSTX200 Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 for me james stewart then ray mears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Sam Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Air Commodore Sir Frank Whittle, OM, KBE, FRS, Hon FRAeS Sir Barnes Neville Wallis, Kt, CBE, FRS, RDI, FRAeS Isambard Kingdom Brunel, FRS No. 617 Squadron of the Royal Air Force Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devon Fox Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Not sure if he is a hero really, but Sir Ranulph Fiennes,he has had an amazing life, just read his book, brilliant! Sporting hero, George best, only wish i had seen him play! (too young!), Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markio Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 What is a hero? A selfless person who acts above and beyond the call of duty. Whether that be a soldier in the battlefield or someone's mum (as mentioned previously in this thread) who puts three kids wants and needs before her own. My hero's? Can't think of any at the moment, but i've read enough WWII books to know everyone of them is a hero in his own right. I guess they come in many different guises. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 John wayne (The duke ) who never made a bad picture . But some were better than others . Harnser . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poacher Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 How about this chap, passed away not long ago Sergeant Dougie Wright Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonno 357 Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Sid Waddle gets my vote A Leg end Jonno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 every fallen soldier defending these shores Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pavman Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 I don’t have one but I do admire folk for various reasons such as All British Forces past and present, Health workers who save life’s etc Hero to me, means just that a heroic act of selflessness not some jumped up actor or sportsman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tel Time Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 my six year old son, he has type one diabetes and takes up to four injections and numerous blood tests every day, he can never be what he wants to be because of this ****** disease that has robbed him of his dreams, and he never ever complains. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullterrier Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Where do I start ? World leaders:- Winston Churchhill, an intelligent brave & witty bloke. He didn`t just talk a good fight, as young man he was quiet capable of partaking in one. Queen Elizabeth 1st, defeated the Catholic church (Spain) & saw off the French because of this. This led to the start of Empire which brought England then Britain to the fore. Queen Elizabeth II, she has ruled over this country with a class that very few of our politicians have managed to show for god knows how many years. Military leaders:- The Duke Of Wellington, learnt his trade the hard way in India (if his brother had`nt been the Viceroy he probably wouldn`t have been given the chance to learn from his mistakes), went on to defeat the undeafatable (the French army) in numerous battles. Twice Primeminister of of Britain. Field Marshal Montgomery, we were dead & buried till this man was given the rains in North Africa, often critiscised for being to cautious in some quarters but in my mind the lives of the blokes he was in charge of weren`t his to throw away & he knew this. Julius Ceasar, did what nobody else had managed at that time, subjugating Gaul & destroying all his enemies that he faced in the field (although not in the Senate). General Patton, the opposite of Monty, aggressive, petulant, but always seeking out the enemies weaknesses. Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, I`ve read this mans autobiography, even as a junior commander this man was capable of exploiting the enemies weaknesses. A military genius. Sportsmen & Women:- Boxers Muhamed Ali, the self titled "Greatest", but never believed his own hype unlike some of the more recent modern fighters who had big ego`s to go with their big mouths. For me the greatest sportsman that has ever lived. Evander Holyield, Greatest of the recent heavyweights, tough resilient, quick & never knew when he was beaten. Marvin Hagler, a warrior, brutal cunning & an excellent boxer with a chin like granite. Roberto Duran, hands of stone would have walked through Mayweather or Hatton at lightweight . He was quick, vicious, great technician, with an excellent boxing brain. Nigel Benn, I believe this man may well of been our greatest British fighter with only Joe Calzaghe coming close to his level(that would have been a fight). Benn was knocked out by Eubanks but came back a better fighter, took on the Americans in their own backyard & beat them. Not the greatest technician but used what he had to great effect. Footballers Bobby Moore, led England to World Cup victory, enough said. Paul Gascoigne, never played enough due to injuries, but one player who when he put that England shirt you knew was going to give 110% & was always capable of the extraordinary, shame he wasn`t mentally resillient. Kenny Dalglish, possibly the greatest striker to pull on the Liverpool jersey (I`ve a feeling that a certain Torres might be pushing for that accolade if he stays at Liverpool long enough). Steven Gerrard, best all round midfielder to come out of the Premiership. Lots there I know, but couldn`t pick one out. These are the people that stand out for me, people that I believe have gone that little bit further. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browning Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Hero to me, means just that a heroic act of selflessness not some jumped up actor or sportsman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salop Matt Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 As so many have multipul i feel i should join in and name a few of mine as simple as they are: My parents, My Nan and Mrs SS. Ray mears is a pretty cool guy to ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy22 Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Air Commodore Sir Frank Whittle, OM, KBE, FRS, Hon FRAeS Sir Barnes Neville Wallis, Kt, CBE, FRS, RDI, FRAeS Isambard Kingdom Brunel, FRS No. 617 Squadron of the Royal Air Force You forgot Reginald Mitchell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy22 Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Malcolm Cooper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maiden22 Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 (edited) . Edited January 12, 2009 by Maiden22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Think of it what you will, but I have always respected Princess Diana for the warmth and well being she bought to so many people all over the world. Even in the face of her own adversity, courageous to the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caeser Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 My Dad. Founder member of the SAS in WW2. POW twice ,escaped both times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 i didnt want to put Ray Mears, as i thought you lot would reckon he is a wannabe, but seeing as a few have.. ill say.... RAY MEARS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highseas Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 My Dad.Founder member of the SAS in WW2. POW twice ,escaped both times. WOW i can see why he would get your vote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbald Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 My vote would go to Simon Weston O.B.E. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtom Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Tintin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeadShotHoncho Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 every fallen soldier defending these shores Yep that is my thought exactly and thats spot on, also give those who've lost legs and also those still serving or alive a mention Well said, HSH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappy0766 Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Rambo, hands down! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignoel Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 jack hargreeves need i say more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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