done. Such singleness of purpose was rare even among parachute
troops, and it came as no surprise to learn recently that it nally won
him the V.C.”
G.G. Green (assistant master at Sherborne School 1928-1966)
‘I take it as a great privilege to be asked to write a few words in
appreciation of Jack Grayburn. Jack and his brother, Pat, were
friends of our boys, and spent much of their free time with us. Jack
was always cheerful and very good company; “a most lovable boy.”
Starting with his work amongst the Southwark Cadets, his great
capacity for duty and leadership developed, until at Arnhem his
outstanding courage, devotion and endurance won him the V.C. All
honour to Jack.’
C.L.B.(unknown)
‘My memories of Jack Grayburn take me back to the early days
of my headmastership at this School. Many gures have passed
before the screen of one’s mind in ten years and alas many gallant
ones for the last time, and it is not very easy to distinguish even
such a notable one as this with all the detail which one would wish
for under the present circumstances; but I do remember him clearly,
particularly as Captain of Boxing, and a most resolute ghter in the
ring, and remember particularly the keenness which he showed under
‘P.J’s’ [P.E.H. Parry-Jones, Abbey House housemaster 1928-1942]
inspiration in training up the young idea in that House as well as in
the School in general. There was nothing particularly outstandingly
athletic in his appearance. I think the most arresting features were
his eyes, very steady and grey and calm in their expression, and a
resolute jaw which expressed clearly enough the determination and
Right: Memorial
plaque in
Sherbourne
School showing
Lt Grayburn’s
name