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)
Able Seaman George William Oades, Tyneside Z/7618, RNVR, H.M.S. "Jessamine."
Able Seaman Norman Rigley KP/196, R.N.V.R., Drake Bn. R.N. Division
Deck Hand Hira Grunnill 10000/DA, Royal Naval Reserve, H.M. Trawler "Carlton."
Chief Petty Officer Cecil John Mitchell P/J 114226, H.M. Submarine Sickle
Stoker 1st Class Emmanuel John Waymark K/14973, Royal Navy, HMS 'Queen Mary'
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