

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 Leonard Francis Tucker, HMS Stephen Furness, Royal Navy
By Nick Tucker
United Kingdom

Petty Officer Charles Horace White DSM, P/J 101818, RN, HM Submarine Triad
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Marine Robert Redvers Russell, CH/23503, of the Royal Marines
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Able Seaman Ian Maurice Graham, Royal Navy, H.M.S. Northney. Died on 10th July 1943, Age 20.
By Dave Dykes
United Kingdom

Commander Robert Jeffreys, H.M.S. Clan McNaughton
By Alison Barnes
United Kingdom
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