Bob Taylor (GC)

For other people named Robert Taylor, see Robert Taylor (disambiguation).

Robert George Taylor GC (1920–1950)^[1] was posthumously awarded the George Cross for the heroism he displayed on 13 March 1950 in Bristol.^[2] His award was published in the London Gazette on 1 August 1950.

Bob Taylor GC
Born	Robert George Taylor 10 June 1920 Fishponds, Bristol
Died	13 March 1950 (aged 29) Bristol
Nationality	United Kingdom
Awards	George Cross

A 29-year-old newspaper advertising salesman and ex-serviceman, he attempted to stop two armed bank robbers as they fled from Lloyds Bank in Westbury Park, Bristol, but was shot and died at the scene. The criminals, both Polish labourers, were later apprehended and hanged at Winchester Prison.

In 2005, a plaque commemorating his heroism was unveiled at his former home in Bristol.^[3]