John Sayer (cricketer), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

John Sayer (cricketer)

Date of Birth: 29-Oct-1920

Place of Birth: British Hong Kong, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 27-Oct-2013

Profession: aircraft pilot

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio


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About John Sayer (cricketer)

  • John Druce Sayer (29 October 1920 – 27 October 2013) was an English first-class cricketer and an officer in both the Fleet Air Arm and the Royal Navy.
  • Serving in the Fleet Air Arm during the Second World War, Sayer took part in mining operations against German-occupied channel ports, as well flying anti-U-boat missions during the Battle of the Atlantic.
  • Following an injury sustained during an accident, Sayer transferred to the naval branch in 1947.
  • He continued to serve in the Royal Navy until 1970, undertaking various duties during that time.
  • He also played first-class cricket for the Combined Services cricket team.

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