R.S.M. Brittain date of birth:

September 12, 1899

How old was R.S.M. Brittain when died?

81

When did R.S.M. Brittain die?

January 9, 1981

How tall is R.S.M. Brittain?

6' 3" (190 cm)

What is R.S.M. Brittain nationality?

British

Short Biography

Ronald Brittain, MBE MSM (2 September 1899 – 9 January 1981) was well known during his lifetime as an archetypal Regimental Sergeant Major (R.S.M.) and for having possibly the loudest voice in the British Army. He was often featured in Second World War training films and was reported on widely in the newspapers of the day. On retirement from the army, R.S.M. Brittain's notoriety enabled him to enjoy a career in advertising, voice-over work and film acting, usually parodying himself as a Sergeant Major.