M. E. Clifton James the basis for the script of the 1958 film starring John Mills and Cecil Parker with James playing himself and Montgomery. The script was 'tweaked' for effect; 'Operation Copperhead' became 'Operation Hambone', and additional elements of comedy, danger and intrigue were added. James also appeared in a short cameo (and non-speaking) appearance as Field Marshal Montgomery in the 1957 film "High Flight", starring Ray Milland. On 20 January 1959, James appeared on an episode of the TV series "To Tell the Truth". James died on 8 May 1963 at his home on Thorn Road in Worthing, Sussex, aged 65. M.
James E. Lynott James E. Lynott James Edward Lynott (June 26, 1839 – January 7, 1890) was a political figure in New Brunswick. He represented Charlotte County in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick from 1878 to 1886. He was born in St. George, New Brunswick, the son of Edward Lynott and Mary Leddy, both natives of Ireland, and educated at the St. George Public School. Lynott was appointed as a Justice of the Peace in 1855. In 1863, he married Kathleen A. Sullivan. He served as secretary for the Grand Southern Railway Company, secretary for the school board at St. George and