Pte Adam Herbert Wakenshaw sacrificed his life on the gun during World War Two.
A man has spoken of his pride at seeing the gun on which his grandfather sacrificed his life displayed in a new home.
The Wakenshaw Gun has been displayed at The Story, a new culture and heritage venue on the outskirts of Durham.Grandson Mark Wakenshaw said: "Mersa Matruh was a battle in the run-up to El Alamein, where my granddad is buried. After his death aged 28, he was awarded the Victoria Cross - the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry that British and Commonwealth forces can receive.The Wakenshaw gun was moved from its former home at Sevenhills in Spennymoor to The Story, ahead of the venue opening on 14 June.
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