

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)


Ship's Steward Assistant Arthur Leslie Rhodes, Died aboard HMS "Stephen Furness"
By Steve Kallaste
United Kingdom

Able Seaman Charles Henry Reedman, P/JX 187527, HMS Laforey
By ian reedman
United Kingdom

Ordinary Telegraphist John Baden-Powell Wallace, Surrey Scout and Sailor
By Mike Dawson (1)
United Kingdom

Marine Kenneth Leslie Ratcliff, PLY/X 103381, Royal Marines, (1922 - 05-02-1945)
By Gemma v.d. Klundert- Bertens
Netherlands

Leading Seaman Herbert Albert White Royal Navy, HMS Mastiff
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom
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