Navy
Sailors during both world wars faced some of the toughest conditions and most dangerous operations. From direct conflict with other war ships, to supporting amphibious invasions, escorting vital supply convoys and the tense cat-and-mouse of submarine warfare, life in the navy was as varied as it was hazardous. Tell us their stories. (Image: © IWM A 176)
Lance Corporal Maurice Herbert Grimsdell, PO/X 115851, 47 Royal Marine Commando
Major Paddy Kendall Brind-Sheridan, 41 Royal Marine Commando
Marine William George Bean, CH/X 103570, 48 Royal Marine Commando
Petty Officer Stoker PK/30785 Frank Bebbington DSM, HMS Ripley
Able Seaman Karl (Felgate) Falgate Banham, J18606, Royal Navy, 'HMS Pembroke'
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