

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)


Able Seaman Cecil Reginald Fenner P/J45204, Royal Navy, 'HMS Victory'
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Stoker 1st Class Robert Stanley Fullick K/13038, Royal Navy, H.M.S. “Aboukir”
By Sarah Whithorn
United Kingdom

Boatswain Daniel Stephen Murphy, Royal Navy, HMS 'Vanguard'
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Stoker 1st Class Henry Arnold K/10431, Royal Navy, H.M.S. “Invincible”
By Sarah Whithorn
United Kingdom

Stoker 1st Class Thomas Pacey 308295, Royal Navy, H.M.S. “Lynx”
By Sarah Whithorn
United Kingdom
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