David Chrystal

David Chrystal followed his father into the army and served for over 30 years in the Royal Corps of Signals, rising from signaller to Major during which time he was awarded the British Empire Medal and was mentioned in despatches (1980). He had postings in BAOR, Cyprus (RSM 9 Signal Regiment), southern Italy/Bosnia (attached to 2 Squadron RAF as Ground Liaison Officer) and Northern Ireland.