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)
Gunner George Blendell RMA/6584, Royal Marine Artillery, (H.Q. Eastney)
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
Sub-Lieutenant Arthur Robert Everitt, RNVR, HM Trawler Galvi.
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
Petty Officer Motor Mechanic Ronald Edward Cosham C/MX76770, RN, HMML 105
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
Ordinary Seaman Ernest Trimmer J/63145(PO), Royal Navy, "HMS Narborough"
By Alison Barnes
United Kingdom
Petty Officer James Ronald Spilsbury RN - Lost on Operation Neptune
By Gary Broad
United Kingdom
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