Honor Blackman "The Brits would love her because they knew her as Mrs. Gale, the Yanks would like her because she was so good, it was a perfect combination". During the 1960s, Blackman practised judo at the famous Budokwai dojo. This helped her prepare for her roles as Cathy Gale in "The Avengers" and Pussy Galore in "Goldfinger." At 38, she was one of the oldest actresses to play a Bond girl,five years older than Sean Connery. In 1968 Blackman appeared opposite John Neville and Hylda Baker in the musical play "Mr & Mrs", based on the plays of Noël Coward. In
William S. Bond (Medal of Honor) Winslow in its hunt for the CSS "Alabama". The "Alabama" was discovered anchored for repairs at the Cherbourg Harbor, France. Both ships headed for battle outside of French waters and what became known as the Battle of Cherbourg ensued. The "Alabama" was sunk within hours. Bond, along with sixteen other members of the "Kearsarge" crew, was awarded with the Medal of Honor for their gallantry during this battle. Bond died on 17 March 1892 in Vallejo, California and his remains are interred at the Sunrise Memorial Cemetery. William S. Bond (Medal of Honor) Boatswain's Mate William S. Bond (1839 to