

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)


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

Petty Officer Edward Philip Isted, 233454, RNVR of HMS "P32"
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Deck Hand Leonard Francis Tucker, Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Vivid
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom

Lieutenant Andrew Neville Swainson, HMS Flirt, Royal Navy - died 1st June 1916
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
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