Two-metre-high Captain Sir Tom Moore clay statue built near York

Andrew, a sculptor since age 14, was inspired by Captain Tom's positive actions during a gloomy time. He decided to create a bronze sculpture of Captain Tom, which will be placed at Chapel Allerton Hospital to inspire patients. Andrew is crowdfunding the project to cover the costs of bronze casting.

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