

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)


Sub Lt. Robert H Campbell, H.M.S. Giang Bee, Malayan RNVR. Died 15 February 1942.
By Dave Dykes
United Kingdom

Leading Wireman Maurice Hunkin, P/MX 65234, RN. HMS Barham.
By Kevyn Braddock
United Kingdom

Schoolmaster Warrant Officer Frederick William Douglas Hawkins BSc, HMS Fiji
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Leading Seaman William James Nicholas Tucker, 203288, HMS Bulwark, Royal Navy. Killed 26/11/1914
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom

Marine Dennis Bernard Bish, PO/X105852(T)
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
Searching...