Basic Details Surname Bushell Forenames R J Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes According to the memorial he came up to Pembroke in 1929. He became known as 'Big X' and masterminded the mass escape from Stalag Luft III as depicted in the film The Great Escape. Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) RAF Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps