Dan Walker has praised Tony Foulds, who tends to a memorial for 10 airmen in Sheffield, for his years of “silent service”. Tony was just eight-years-old when a US bomber came down at Endcliffe Park in 1944, killing all on board. A flypast today at the park will commemorate the deceased Americans, who Tony believes avoided landing in the park where a group of children were gathering at the time of the fatal crash. The pensioner met Dan, 41, at the park earlier this year and the broadcaster later shared his story on Twitter.
Thank you for making me and many others laugh, for making us cry
Dan Walker
His post went viral and eventually led to the organising of a flypast to mark the 75th anniversary of the crash.
Commending Tony for sharing his story, Dan began: “A message to Tony. What do you say to the man whose story has had an impact on so many people?
“Well you keep thanking me, I would love to thank you. Thank you for being willing to tell your story.
“Thank you for being honest about your feelings, about that guilt you’ve been fighting for 75 years.”
The journalist went on to share his appreciation for Tony honouring the men of Mi Amigo.
After, the father-of-three added: “Thank you for your years of silent service.
Dan Walker: The journalist delivered a passionate message to Tony on BBC Breakfast (Image: BBC)
Dan Walker: BBC Breakfast star
