

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)


Stoker 1st Class William Frank Burningham, HMS Invincible
By Alison Barnes
United Kingdom

Leading Seaman William Bronte Neville, HMS Black Prince
By Alison Barnes
United Kingdom

Commander Robert Harman Llewelyn, HMS Queen Mary
By Alison Barnes
United Kingdom

Sub-Lieutenant Charles James Martin, Royal Naval Division. KIA in the Dardanelles, 4th June 1915.
By Dave Dykes
United Kingdom

Able Seaman Edward Sweeney, Drake Battalion, R/2086, 189 Infantry Brigade, 63 (Royal Naval) Division
By James Renwick
United Kingdom
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