SQMS William “Taff” Hughes – 22 SAS Regiment & Welsh Guards – 1982
The “Taff” Hughes Seat
The tram seat made for Taff Hughes can be adjusted to look towards the River Tame or the quarry lake. It is made from American white oak and carved by Mike Colton with the underlying metalwork by a previous Association member.
Taff lost his life during the tragic helicopter crash on the 19th May 1982 whilst SAS soldiers were being transferred from ship to ship prior to carrying out a diversionary raid in the Falkland Islands during the Conflict.
Memorial Text.
William John “Taff” Hughes
SQMS G Squadron 22 SAS Regiment and Welsh Guards
1947-1982 Age 34
Lost in the Sea King helicopter crash 19th May 1982
Rest in Peace on this Seat and remember those that helped bring “Freedom from the Sea” for the people of the Falkland Islands.
“Taff” is not forgotten by his family, Michael, Kathryn and Kevin.
