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)
Lieut-Commander Henry Thomas Gartside-Tipping, Royal Navy, H.M. Yacht "Sanda"
Petty Officer Stoker Walter Vince 305142, Royal Navy, H.M.S. “Queen Mary”
Captain Eric William Ravilious, Royal Marines (War Artist)
Sailor/Lieutenant Commander Oscar Ewall Bertnzen, Royal Norwegian Navy
Acting Sub Lieutenant (A) Michael John McCluskey, RNVR, H.M.S. St. Angelo
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