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)
Ordinary Seaman Edward Arda, RN, HMS Victory - 'Died from Wounds following the Battle of Jutland'
By Hazel Arda
United Kingdom
Leading Cooks Mate Percy Cheeseman, M/2026, Royal Navy of HMS Good Hope
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
Ordinary Signalman Lancelot Albert Peckham, J/34193, RN - HMS Vanguard 1917
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
Petty Officer James Tucker, HMS Li Wo, Royal Navy (ex-HMS Prince of Wales)
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom
Able Seaman William George Tucker, Royal Navy (served in HMS Barham at Jutland)
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom
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