Captain Sir Thomas Moore, affectionately known as Captain Tom, gained international fame for his remarkable fundraising efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. As he approached his 100th birthday, he walked laps in his garden to raise money for the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK, capturing the hearts of people worldwide. His efforts raised millions of pounds and earned him a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II.
Born on April 30, 1920, in Keighley, West Yorkshire, Captain Tom had a distinguished military career, serving in the British Army during World War II. He later worked as a managing director and a motorcycle racer. In his later years, his fundraising endeavours brought him widespread recognition and admiration. Captain Tom's positive spirit and determination in the face of adversity inspired many during a challenging time. His legacy continues to live on, even after his passing on February 2, 2021.
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Family lists property where war veteran raised funds during Covid – minus unauthorised spa pool
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The former prime minister and his wife, Carrie, won planning consent to knock down a rebuild an extension at their grade II listed, nine-bedroom house in Oxfordshire
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Hannah Ingram-Moore and her husband, Colin, lost an appeal against an order to remove the Captain Tom Foundation Building in the grounds of their property after a hearing in October
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The family declined to appeal a demolition order for the unauthorised spa pool block, which was refused planning permission.
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The family's appeal against the demolition order for the unauthorised spa pool at their home has been dismissed by the Planning Inspectorate.
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A couple who co-founded the Red Sky Foundation offered a defibrillator to the King after being awarded MBEs for their services to health and the community in north-east England.
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Hannah Ingram-Moore and her husband are appealing against a demolition order for a spa built in their garden
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Hannah Ingram-Moore defends keeping
profits from Captain Tom's books, stating it was his wish
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Captain Tom's daughter received over £70,000 in salary and expenses claims according to the charity's latest accounts.