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Callum Tindal-Draper from Cornwall has been killed in Ukraine while volunteering with the 4th International Legion. His family stated that they “begged him not to go” but also acknowledged that their brave son was driven to help. The Romanian-led foreign platoon defended an observation point on 5 November, during which Tindal-Draper was killed in action. Steven Draper, his father, stated that the family knew of the risks and were extremely proud. Tindal-Draper himself, a 22-year-old carer who had previously worked at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth, realised that he would face danger and that the chances of coming home were slim.
The UK Foreign Office issued a warning advising against people traveling to Ukraine whilst the county is in conflict with Russia. In September of this year Tindal-Draper’s mother, Caroline Tindal, visited the Ukraine where she noted a transformation in her son. She remarked “It was such a transformation and he said to me ‘mum, coming out here was the best thing that ever happened to me, I’ve found who I was meant to be'”. Tindal-Draper’s death has left a “crushing” hole in his family, said his father. However, he noted that it had also inspired him to be as “brave and courageous” as his son. The family plans to bury Tindal-Draper in Ukraine, a place he regarded as home.
Duchy College, where Tindal-Draper had been studying as part of its Military and Protective Services Academy, also paid tribute to the “passionate, articulate and bright student” who was highly respected by his peers. He had played a pivotal role in collecting equipment for learners’ use during the initial stages of the war in Ukraine. In addition, he had joined the International Legion of Ukraine to fulfil his “sense of duty” after working for the NHS. Tindal-Draper will be commemorated during the Remembrance Day services to be held on Sunday and Monday.
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