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)

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Able Seaman Walter Edward Neville, HMS Black Prince

First World War Navy United Kingdom PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Alison Barnes

United Kingdom

Stoker 1st Class William Frank Burningham, HMS Invincible

First World War Navy United Kingdom PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Alison Barnes

United Kingdom

Leading Seaman William Bronte Neville, HMS Black Prince

First World War Navy United Kingdom PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Alison Barnes

United Kingdom

Commander Robert Harman Llewelyn, HMS Queen Mary

First World War Navy United Kingdom PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Alison Barnes

United Kingdom

Sub-Lieutenant Charles James Martin, Royal Naval Division. KIA in the Dardanelles, 4th June 1915.

First World War Navy United Kingdom HELLES MEMORIAL

United Kingdom

Able Seaman Edward Sweeney, Drake Battalion, R/2086, 189 Infantry Brigade, 63 (Royal Naval) Division

First World War Navy United Kingdom MARCOING BRITISH CEMETERY

By James Renwick

United Kingdom

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