

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)


Assistant Steward Robert Henley Tucker, HM LCH 185, Royal Navy
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom

Assistant Steward Norman Reginald Tucker, HMS Afrikander, Royal Navy
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom

Private William Henry Middleton CH/2858S, 1st Royal Marine Bn., Royal Naval Division
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Ordinary Seaman Edward Arda, RN, HMS Victory - 'Died from Wounds following the Battle of Jutland'
By Hazel Arda
United Kingdom

Leading Cooks Mate Percy Cheeseman, M/2026, Royal Navy of HMS Good Hope
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
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