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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alex Ross

FOUND: Captain tom villagers embarrassed over tarnished legacy of national hero - You Need To See This

It’s now just over four-and-a-half years since Captain Sir Tom Moore completed one of the greatest fundraising feats the world has ever seen.

The war veteran’s grit and determination to walk 100 laps of his back garden during the depths of lockdown touched the nation’s hearts, and pockets, raising £39m for NHS charities.

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