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1. I C Atkinson wrote at 23.06.2007 - 19:03 hours |
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I was a RAF Enginer Officer and served in the Falklands Islands with the Chinook Detachment at Kellys Garden from April to August 1983. During my time I was part of a party that found and recovered Seadart Missile JZ391. The remains of the missile were collected by HMS Birmingham in July 1983 and I have a letter from Cdr Gale, Captain HMS Birmingham, thanking me for giving them the missile and an indication that the missile may have been fired by HMS Cardiff in May 1982. I have a photo of the missile taken at Kellys Garden and the original letter from Cdr Gale. I understand that the remains of the missile may be in a Navy Museum in Portsmouth? The 25th Anniversary of FI Conflict and a recent sorting of my photos has prompted this inquiry. I would be happy to part with the original letter and photo of the missile if anyone is interested?
Ian Atkinson
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2. Godfrey \"Jeff\" Warr wrote at 22.06.2007 - 15:13 hours |
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Greetings to all ex Brighton crewmembers !
Please use the email address :- brightonf106@yahoo.co.uk to get in touch with the "HMS Brighton Association".
I look forward to hearing from ALL you old Brightonians .
Best Regards
Jeff Warr |
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3. Zoe Pinchin wrote at 20.06.2007 - 21:53 hours |
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HMS FARNDALE. I posted a message in 2006, sadly no response. Would love to hear from anyone who served on this destroyer in WWII or has more info about it. My father NORMAN WOOD, was on this ship during the duration of the war. |
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4. Mrs Margaret Usmar wrote at 19.06.2007 - 12:06 hours |
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I have much enjoyed reading your pages, and do have close relatives who are members of your Association. But I couldn't find anywhere an email contact address which I could use so am doing it here. I am hoping to find anyone who served with Robert Philip Thomas,X119606 Petty Office C/M, who served on HMS Phoebe in WWII. Robert (Bob) was my uncle, and my father's eldest brother. Very many thanks. |
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5. Ronald Dijkstra wrote at 17.06.2007 - 13:55 hours |
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Any info about the departure from Dover and the arrival in Hook of Holland of HMS Wild Swan, on 10th of May 1940, departure of the Loodsboot 19 (pilotship) to Rotterdam to collect some of the Dutch gold, and on the 11th of May the destroying of Loodsboot 19 by a mine, which o.a. killed three Royal Navy men. Also the departure of HMS Wild Swan from Hook of Holland.
Contact with sailers onboard HMS Wild Swan during above mentioned days is welcomed.
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6. Denny Pickering wrote at 15.06.2007 - 17:20 hours |
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Sad to report the untimely death of Roger John Harding aged 62 lately of HMS Glamorgan (1982) and previously of HMS Arethusa amongst others during his 40 years service man & boy. Missed the 25th Falklands reunion with his Glamorgan pals some of whom attended his funeral last month. Be glad to hear from anyone who remembers him, am happy to receive emails. |
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7. fred gagen wrote at 14.06.2007 - 20:00 hours |
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Doing some research and would welcome any info on hand-cranked diesels as fitted to MFV`s circa 1950. Thanks |
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8. fred gagen wrote at 14.06.2007 - 19:34 hours |
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Philip Hunt (entry No. 40) Email does not appear to work. Have an answer for him. |
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1. shipmate Deborah Willfang wrote at 13.06.2007 - 06:52 hours |
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HELLO from NewDundee Ontario Canada! Im sending Best Wishes for the 2007 Conference! The parades have begun here in Canada and Ill be carrying Flags for both the RNA and the Royal Canadian Legion with MUCH PRIDE and Rememberance for my FREEDOM, THANKYOU!!!!! |
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2. rattler wrote at 10.06.2007 - 11:18 hours |
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357. rattler wrote at 30.12.2004 - 19:03 hours
The RNA is a dying organisation - FACT, sad but true. The National council ARE NOT planning for the future.
3 years later
FINALLY SOMEONE HAS RECOGNISED THE PROBLEM & ITS GETTING SPOKEN ABOUT AT THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE - BOLTING DOORS AFTER THE HORSE HAS GONE.
COME IN RNA YOUR TIME IS UP!
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3. moira campbell wrote at 08.06.2007 - 02:14 hours |
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Hello, I am doing my family tree. My grandmothers nephew was Lieut. Cmdr. Victor Bracher. He was commander on Victory 1961-1965.Anyone who has any info I would be gratefull. I just remember him as cousin Victor who gave me a special personal tour of the victory when I was a child. |
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4. Dennis Holdroyd wrote at 05.06.2007 - 08:44 hours |
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My father served on the HMS Arrow and was on her when they went to the aid of a stricken merchant ship that exploded. Dad survived to live out his life, many did not. Dad, died on the 31st May aged 90 years. He will be much missed by myself and especially by my sister Eileen who feels a deep internal loss. Bernard Holdroyd was a great father to us both. A hard working man all his life and was still doing and teaching ballroom dancing until aged 86. He is to be buried at Nabwood Cemetery Saltair near Shipley West Yorkshire at 1100 Thursday 7th. May he rest in peace for all those years he gave us at the risk of his own life. |
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5. Christine Sandmann wrote at 04.06.2007 - 18:36 hours |
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I really hope someone can help, I am looking for Edward Marchant, he was the best man at my parents wedding. My dad was Robert (Bob) Jarvis mum, Eileen Sheila. they married on 18-08-1951 St Paul's Church Chatham Kent. Dad was in HMS Pembroke around that time and was a ldg Stwd. I believe that Edward went to Australia, but I do not know where exactly, Dad died in 1998 but if anyone knows about dad or Edward Marchant please get in touch. Dad also had a very good friend Ernie also in the same department RN if anyone knows of whom I speak I would like to say Hello.Thank you for your time in reading this. |
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6. Tricia Lynn wrote at 31.05.2007 - 22:01 hours |
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Hi, My late father Micheal Smith (Jock)to most who knew him. Sailed on HMS Duke Of York. In world war 11, he was a gunner and sailed on the ship for several years until the end of the war. He came from Edinburgh, and spoke about the men on board with great effection. I have very few photos of him and some one reading this will remember him and some pictures of my dad especially those taken in middle east.
Regards Tricia.
p1.lynn@hotmail.co.uk |
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Homepage: http://none Email: p1.lynn[AT]hotmail.co.uk |
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7. Tracey Grant wrote at 31.05.2007 - 15:04 hours |
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Hello, am trying to find Gary Martin who was an artificars apprentice and joined up 1953/54. Mr Martin used to live in reading berkshire. My Father was school friends with him but lost contact after moving from area and would like to get back in contact if at all possible. any info would be great. many thanks |
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8. Dave (Dirk) Barclay wrote at 31.05.2007 - 14:54 hours |
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This September will be the 50th Anniversary of Series 31 Artificer Apprentices joining HMS Fisgard.
A reunion is being organised for this event. Please contact me for further details. Meet up with old friends from all over the world! |
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Homepage: http://www.tiffs4ever.com Email: dirk[AT]cutlerslane.com |
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9. Anvar Bin Mohd Ishak wrote at 23.05.2007 - 07:25 hours |
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Just got to know of your web-site. Was a member of the Singapore Dvision of RNVR since 1955. Volunteered for Mobilization during the Indonesian Confrontation - served with Coastguard Radar Chain with the MRNVR. Demobbed at the end of 'confrontation'and subsequently 'mob'again by the Republic of Singapore Navy served for three years and now back to civilian life. Would like to join club/association of ex-RNVR if there is one.
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Homepage: not entered Email: ehemai[AT]yahoo.com.sg |
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10. James Smith wrote at 19.05.2007 - 21:19 hours |
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Hi my name is James Smith and my father James Brown Smith Served during WWII on board a variety ships. I also have a brother who I've never met From my fathers first marrage who may have served during the Falkland conflict his name also James Brown Smith. I am trying to find infomation on both of there service records. My father is now 82 years old as of his birthday on March 31,2007. I am not sure of my brothers age or birthday but he would be about 52 or 53 years of age. I enjoyed looking at this web site and hope maybe we could work togther to gert the information I seek and also some new infomation I can give to you. Thank you in advance James Smith. |
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11. David watkins wrote at 15.05.2007 - 15:55 hours |
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I am trying to find the source of this litle dittie
"Lord above send down a dove with wings as sharp as razors,to cut the throats of them there blokes,wot sells bad beer to sailors"
Hope you can help.
David |
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Homepage: http://davidstobago.co.uk Email: davidaw29[AT]hotmail.com |
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12. Phil Denton wrote at 14.05.2007 - 20:02 hours |
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Hi There.
I joined up in Sept 1972 at Raleigh.and discharged Sept 1994 at HMS Nelson. Apart from being involved in the 2 major confliccts of 82 and 92 nothing else compared really.Anyone who remembers me get in touch and we can go over old times. I now live in the Dordogne so anyone who is a caravanner or such like is more than welccome to stay |
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Homepage: not entered Email: johnphilipdenton[AT]googlemail.com |
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13. kevin batchelor wrote at 14.05.2007 - 18:57 hours |
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This is the first time i have entered anything on this site. I am trying to find out what ships relatives in the family served on.
LTNT CMDR REGINALD FLETCHER
LTNT CMDR RONNIE FLETCHER
SUBMARINER JAMES BUCKLAND
i AM STARTING OUT WITH ONLY THESE NAMES AS NO ONE IN THE FAMILY IS ABLE TO TAKE ME ANY FURTHER.
CAN ANY ONE HELP PLEASE
FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME ON MY E-MAIL KEVIN.BATCHELOR1@BTINTERNET.COM
MANY THANKS
C. I. KEVIN BATCHELOR |
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14. rattler wrote at 08.05.2007 - 14:20 hours |
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357. rattler wrote at 30.12.2004 - 19:03 hours
The RNA is a dying organisation - FACT, sad but true. The National council ARE NOT planning for the future.
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I know its a bit late from me but finally someone is doing something about it, the appointment of Commander Paddy McClurg CBE RN is one of the most important events that has happened to this organisation pity its been too late for some branches!
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15. RON DAVIES [DAVO] wrote at 04.05.2007 - 23:15 hours |
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Looking for George Ewing last known lived in Gidea Park Romford ,Essex, or anyone else who served on HMS SOUTHDOWN during 1944/1946 please contact Ron DAVIES. dotron39@blueyonder.co.uk o4/05/07 |
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Homepage: http://WALSALL Email: dotron39[AT]blueyonder.co.uk |
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16. Richard Knight wrote at 04.05.2007 - 21:12 hours |
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HMS Ceres(Wetherby)1946-58)The 6th reunion of Ceres & the 50th anniversary of the closing of the Supply & Secretariat base will be held on 14th,15th,& 16th March 2008 in Harrogate. Any s/mates who served there during the above dates are welcome along with partners to attend. |
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Homepage: not entered Email: knight.ceres53[AT]ntlworld.com |
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17. Jean De Giovanni wrote at 03.05.2007 - 23:49 hours |
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I am trying to contact anyone who served on HMS Panther which sunk on 9th October 1943. My father unfortunately did not survive. His name is William Cowdroy from Stockwell, London. Perhaps there is someone out there who may have known him. Many thanks.
Jean De Giovanni |
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1. Michael C. CAWTHORNE wrote at 02.05.2007 - 23:38 hours |
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HMS Ceres Class W66 and Later Hood Term. Any Nat. Servicemen Remember either of these.
Also HMS Ark Royal and RNAS Arbroth in the '50s It would be good to be intouch. |
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2. Dave wrote at 01.05.2007 - 09:58 hours |
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I am searching for Melanie S. Vaughan, WRENS, whom I served with when I was stationed in Northwood, UK. I was an American Petty Officer that served at CINCHAN, CINCEASTLANT & CINCFLEET Northwood UK 1989-1991. I worked for Admiral Sir Benjamin Bathurst. If you know where I can find her or reach her, please email me at: dmccaf9431@aol.com, or forward this email to her. |
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| 1. Dave { taff } Pitts wrote at 29.04.2007 - 13:08 hours |
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Looking for cap tally HMS ESKIMO F119 served as MEM 1 1976-77.Also HMS PEMBROKE 1975 - 76
If anyone remembers me or got any photos as I am compiling an album of my time in the RN.
Joined HMS GANGES October 1971 -Sept 72
HMS LEANDER Sept 1972 - May 75
HMS PEMBROKE FMU May 1975 - May 76
HMS ESKIMO May 1976 - June 77 |
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Homepage: http://www.solidgoldphotography.com Email: solidgoldphotography[AT]ntlworld.com |
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2. Roger Brunskill wrote at 28.04.2007 - 23:19 hours |
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I've only just read Vice-Admiral McAnally's essay on the Shatt al Arab affair. He's missing the point as to what is bothering us ex-matelots. Is the RN recruiting the right people? Young mothers with children at home worrying about birthday parties dont seem coxswain material or do boys wearing ipods being boarding party members. I back up my question about the right stuff by reminding him that we heard recently that a drink sodden barbeque was held on board one of H.M's ships in the Med. Yes a warship ! Where an apparently inebriated junior rating put themselves sexually in harm's way. |
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3. Derek Davies wrote at 26.04.2007 - 23:00 hours |
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Interesting site, I joined HMS Raleigh on the 28th November 1988 as a MEM, Served on HMS Blackwater and HMS Glasgow, if any one remembers me, feel free to drop me a line. |
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4. bob bragg wrote at 22.04.2007 - 22:14 hours |
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Does anyone know the where abouts of ex a/b Ron Lucas was in submarine service middle sixties came from Chester Also ex a/b Derek Clewes was on sweepers in Singers 1961 came from Shropshire any info please |
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5. James E. Williams wrote at 22.04.2007 - 19:22 hours |
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Very good web site. I am am member of the United States Submarine Veterans Inc., Columbus Base( Columbus , Ohio). I was seeking information regarding sending condolences to the families of Leading Operator Mechanic Paul McCann and Operator Maintainer 2 Anthony Huntrod . Can you advise me. James E. Williams. Thank you again for the website. |
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6. paul cooper wrote at 21.04.2007 - 04:26 hours |
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hi to all the people looking for some info in to my father raymound cooper, maby you can help me find some old photo or storys'family'thank's so much paul |
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8. Rob (Brum) Wyatt wrote at 16.04.2007 - 11:55 hours |
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On Saturday 28th July 2007. There will be a Portsmouth,Devonport and Fleet Air Arm Field Gun Command 100 year Centenary dinner to be held in the Painted Rooms at Grenwich London. All Field gunners and wives//partners are welcome.
There are still places available for those wishing to attend this auspicious occasion. for further information contact;
Portsmouth Field Gun: Rob(Brum) Wyatt robdon.wyatt@ntlworld.com
Devonport Field Gun:Paula paula953@tiscali.co.uk
Fleet Air Arm:Jimmy Andrews jimmya.14@tiscali.co.uk
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Homepage: http://www.pompeyfieldgun.co.uk Email: robdon.wyatt[AT]ntlworld.com |
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9. Maurice R, Dawe wrote at 12.04.2007 - 01:52 hours |
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Ex StVincent Boy Blake 1 1946,Nigeria, Vanguard,Indefatigable.Defiance Drake,transferred to Royal Australian navy 1950,Sydney,Murchison,Torrens,Rushcutter,Penquin.Elisted in United States Air Force 1956-60,then Merchant Marine for 5 years.Been living in Canada since early 1965 |
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10. Val Pollard nee Masters wrote at 09.04.2007 - 18:26 hours |
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Trying to trace any QARNNS officers 1979 to 1984 from RNH Plymouth and RNH Gibralter also anyone know whereabouts of Caroline Delves or Paula White |
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11. john lewis (ted) wrote at 03.04.2007 - 20:39 hours |
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Hi Anyone - (ex T.A.S.I) like to hear from anyone from Vernon. or having served Kent London Antrim -68 70 and 71 |
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12. john lewis wrote at 03.04.2007 - 20:17 hours |
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just visiting and probably being nosey just to find out what the RNA is all about |
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Homepage: not entered Email: lewisken[AT]hotmail.co.uk |
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13. Rob Nunn wrote at 02.04.2007 - 12:29 hours |
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Dear RNA, I am trying to raise the awareness of a charitable Medal for Submariners all over the world. It was concieved and inorgerated in 2001 and run by The International Submariners Medal Committee of which I am the Treasurer. It is available to all ex submariners of all nationalities. I have leaflets with application forms available and a % of the proceeds got to the fund. I hope there will be someone in your organisation that will be interested.
Yours Aye,
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14. Catherine Turay wrote at 27.03.2007 - 12:42 hours |
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I'm looking to get in touch with any of the Wrens based at HMNB Clyde during 1993-1994. Especially Diane - can't remember your surname! |
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15. Dave Long wrote at 25.03.2007 - 18:48 hours |
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I'm looking for any one who served on H.M.S.Alert 1958-60. You may not remember me but I am in touch with 21 others from that commission and one of them may be your old oppo so give me a call you never know.
tele 01323 891389 |
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18. Paul Bidwell wrote at 23.03.2007 - 14:12 hours |
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The Bracknell RNA is holding two major formal dinners in 2007 at the John NIKE Centre in Bracknell. '30th June 2007' a Joint Services Dinner in honour of 'Veterans Week'and '20th October 2007' a formal dinner in honour of the 'Battle of Trafalgar'. We aim to offer the hand of friendship and the dinners are open to current and past members of Bracknell RNA, associated RNA Branches, Combined Services, RM, RAFA, RBL. Tickets can be obtained from Gary Williams on 01344 646306 or further details via our website: wwww.bracknellrna.co.uk. These dinners are sought after. Regards Paul Bidwell - Social Secretary |
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Homepage: http://www.bracknellrna.co.uk Email: paul[AT]absolutehss.co.uk |
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19. Tony Atkins wrote at 21.03.2007 - 16:50 hours |
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I have tried without success to find anyone from 29mess AED Dept HMS BULWARK 1958 World Cruise, or Victorious Mess HMS Heron 1959, I was Known as Skin and Brother Tom. At Yeovil I played in a band called THE CRAVATS on the drums.
On Bulwark I drove Jumbo, had a couple of mates called Ginge Firth, and Gorrilla, John Brannigan led the band.
is there anyone out there who remembers me?
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20. Lyn Chudley wrote at 14.03.2007 - 01:07 hours |
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Can anyone help me
I\'m researching family history and found out that my grandfather was in active service in the Navy in WW2. His name was Arthur John Horne, and he served aboard HMS Rodney and HMS Berwick, in which order i don\'t know, but I was told that he was invalided out after his ship was torpedoed. I was told that he was a gunner and that he also achieved the rank of CPO. He lived in Exeter, Devon and passed away in 1976 before I started any interest in the family, missing out on the chance to ask him many questions. Any help would be greatly appreciated. |
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21. Philip Hunt wrote at 08.03.2007 - 13:54 hours |
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My father served aboard HMS Boxer approx 1940/45.Iam seeking any imformation regarding this ship and crew.I do have an old photo and belive it was an experimental radar vessel.
Thanks for any help. |
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22. Ced Stewart wrote at 05.03.2007 - 21:01 hours |
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searching for members of the Boys mess HMS Obdurate 1954 to 1956.I have tried the HMS Ganges membership lists .Only one listed in 2001 but has since gone missing with another two reported having crossed the bar. |
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Homepage: not entered Email: StwCedr[AT]AOL.COM |
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23. M.E. Cavanagh wrote at 05.03.2007 - 16:47 hours |
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Searching for info on Med-Patrols C1947/8 re my
late Bro. LAWRENCE JOHN CAVANAGH (d.C1980/90)X-Ganges(?)Yeoman,injured in 'Boarding-incident'
invalided out! Later RAPC(30? Years). Enquiry
got me 3 photos from old mate BAOR 1950's last year! Anything will help...Ships served,old pal
etc., etc? Formerly Edinburgh home. Regards M.C |
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24. Dave Clark wrote at 04.03.2007 - 14:57 hours |
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I am secretary of the FAA Buccaneer Association and am also trying to reactivate the HMS Fulmar Association. We are having a reunion in June 2007 at the WO&SNCOs' Mess RAF Lossiemouth. Please contact me if you are interested in attending or joining either Association. I am also looking to contact Arthur Betty (LAM) who was a member of the Lossiemouth RNA in the 60's. |
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25. Robert Morris wrote at 02.03.2007 - 13:53 hours |
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Hi there ...
I am a birth relative Searching for any information on ARTHUR HILLYARD or ARTHUR HILLYER ... He was a Stoker Mechanic on board the HMS APOLLO in the 1950's ... maybe even before or after this time ...
He used to live at 17 Bedford Street, CREWE, Cheshire when he was 26 ...
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26. Linda Adams wrote at 26.02.2007 - 17:38 hours |
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I am looking for old shipmates for Steve (Daisy) Adams. John Peacock HMS President 71-72, Chris Feeney Faslane 68-70, Smudge Smith HMS Warspite,74-75. Steve left the navy 77. |
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27. Patricia Seymour wrote at 21.02.2007 - 19:09 hours |
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Searching for information on CPO Gerald Alan Guest, Cambridge England, born 1929, birthfather of my daughter |
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28. Alexander Charles wrote at 20.02.2007 - 17:38 hours |
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I am looking for my mums father that she never met. His name is probably J. Andrews and he was petty officer of the Royal Navy during WW2. He was stationed in \"Estetal\"-barracks in Buxtehude, Germany 1945-1946. The only information I have is that he was born on 11 February 1918 and that he left to Portsmouth, England on 18 March 1946. Does anyone know him or someone who is related to him? Thank you very much for any answer. Regards, charly
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29. Ian Faulkner wrote at 19.02.2007 - 10:00 hours |
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I currently live in Paisley, Glasgow and would like any information on RNA in this area. I also own a property in Ciudad Quesada, Spain near Torrevieja, could anyone inform me of the meeting place and times of the Torrevieja branch of the RNA. I am not a member of any but am interested in joining. I am soon hoping to move to Spain within the next 12 months. Any info much appreciated |
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30. eion fleming wrote at 16.02.2007 - 07:56 hours |
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justbrowzing, a very good site, i was looking for info or mention of a michial john fleming he was a diesel enginerin the 1950 onwards based at ROTHSEY on subs or mother ship name of ship unknown ,still i will keep looking and trying . thank you for reading this |
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31. Mike Rockett wrote at 15.02.2007 - 19:59 hours |
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For Barbara Nelson.
Try thegoldwirebadgecompany(dot)co(dot)uk
(run by an ex Royal Marine) |
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32. John Rummery wrote at 14.02.2007 - 16:37 hours |
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RNA Belgium Branch. Following the resignation of the chairman in January applications for membership or information should be made to me please, by post to Rue du Cerf 17, B1310 la Hulpe, email jrummery@skynet.be, Tel +32 2 653 4588. Monthly meetings 2nd Saturday of month. Webmaster please update detail to site. Thank you. |
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33. megan wilson wrote at 14.02.2007 - 14:43 hours |
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Barry Griffiths served on the HMS Acheron and the HMS Opossum between 1961-1971. If anyone remembers him then please get in touch. Megan |
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34. Barbara Nelson wrote at 14.02.2007 - 03:31 hours |
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I live in Canada, would love to get a royal navy blazer badge for my husband. He was an electrician in the navy. Does anyone know of a web site that sells them? |
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35. Barbara & Trevor Nelson wrote at 14.02.2007 - 03:16 hours |
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Trevor and I met at HMS Collingwood in 1965. Married in June 1966. Still married. I wonder if Keith and Anne are still together, they got married around the same time as Trevor and I. |
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36. ken doyle wrote at 13.02.2007 - 23:34 hours |
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Very good website. Will be a regular "visitor". |
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37. Mike Rockett wrote at 13.02.2007 - 16:34 hours |
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Darby Allen - thanks for your info - I knew someone must have worn the prefix at some time
Cheers
Mike (Rocky) Rockett |
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38. Darby Allen wrote at 09.02.2007 - 21:00 hours |
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Re the Query about the prefix\"M\" on Official Numbers: As a Seaman I was PJ until I transferred to Scribe and became PM, so \"M\" = S & S! |
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39. megan wilson wrote at 08.02.2007 - 19:30 hours |
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Just to notify people that Mr James Barry Griffiths, formerly of the Royal Navy, based in Dartmouth, passed away on 29th of January 2007. He seved between the years of 1962-71 and was on HMS Dampier, HMS "Ackoran?"{don't know if i have spelt that correctly} and then went on to the submarines -HMS Apossum? I don't know if anyone out there will remember him -Nickname "Kipper". If anyone wants to contact me then please do, via email. Thank you. Megan Wilson, daughter. |
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40. Briony Edwards wrote at 07.02.2007 - 15:28 hours |
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I am looking for anyone who knew my Grandad Ernist Edwards, he was onboard the HMS Orion (85)during WW2 including D-Day and Crete. He was a Petty Officer and is interested with getting in touch with anone who remembers him.
If you think you do please get in touch with me via email. Thank you x |
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41. Mike Rockett wrote at 06.02.2007 - 14:14 hours |
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Can anyone tell me (I\'m sure someone can) what the prefix \"M\" signified at the start of an official number - I know P, C & D of course but can\'t remember what M was - I have a feeling it was Engine room artificers or the like |
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43. PETER JAMES WRIGHT wrote at 04.02.2007 - 16:06 hours |
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Living in S W France - any idea of nearest naval association please ? |
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44. tryston blyth wrote at 04.02.2007 - 15:25 hours |
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I hope somone out there can help me find my father. I know he was a steward serving on hms hermes his name is Gordon henry Blyth. i have not seen him in over 26 years and i have been trying for the past 6 years to find him with no joy so if you know him i would be very gratefull if you could let me or him know .THANKYOU for everything you do to help me |
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45. Kieron wrote at 03.02.2007 - 23:27 hours |
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Found this site through a search.
Would like to hear from anyone that is intrested in HMS Mahratta.
Looking for the names of the survivors to complete my crew list. |
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Homepage: http://hmsmahratta.50megs.com Email: hoare63[AT]yahoo.co.uk |
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46. roger manning wrote at 03.02.2007 - 01:47 hours |
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I have worked in the old naafi on the Hoe in Plymouth since 1970 for the technical college after the naafi sold it and the university now is housed there whom are to relocate to a new site,i would like to have any memories for our own disply of naval personnel who used it for dances,or R & R ,information on the bands played there,photos of the ballroom etc,i believe ratings were known as "Naafi rangers",note a Plaque marked hms vengeance hung in the posh officers lounge which i still have. thanks |
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47. ian winter wrote at 28.01.2007 - 13:01 hours |
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http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/savethenavy/ |
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48. Ian Winter wrote at 28.01.2007 - 13:00 hours |
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come on chaps, have you signed the petition yet, its currently in the top 10 of petitions.
The President has asked for names so heres the link again |
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49. Phil Allen wrote at 23.01.2007 - 19:35 hours |
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Is there any chance of updates on the main site, nothing done for ages it seems. |
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50. Marion Fountain wrote at 20.01.2007 - 13:30 hours |
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Didcot Branch. Sad to report death of Ellen Watson. Funeral service Jan 26th 14.30 All Saint's Church, Didcot. |
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51. Tom Sawyer wrote at 18.01.2007 - 11:50 hours |
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HMS Arethusa 1965/1989 all commissions. An Association exists for this ship, now in it's 19th year. Annual reunions in various areas of the UK. Did you serve on this happy Frigate? Why not join us. |
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Homepage: http://www.hms-arethusa.co.uk Email: hmsarethusaf38[AT]yahoo.co.uk |
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52. GREGORY DAXTER wrote at 13.01.2007 - 20:48 hours |
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I am trying to contact anyone who went to the "Homes for Little Boys" in Hextable, Swanley, Kent. This was a Naval Orphanage between 1883 and the 1950s. Many boys came from Portsmouth/Southampton; at 14 many returned to associated schools there as well as Greenwich, Holbrook, Deal etc. Many served in the wars.
The present School is called "Furness" in Hextable. Memoirs are being gathered from former members and a reunion is planned for 2007. Please contact me if you have any information. |
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53. Tracey Sherner wrote at 11.01.2007 - 00:28 hours |
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Hello to you all. I am wondering if anyone can help me. My granddad, Fred Warren, from Boston, Licolnshire, was on the HMS Scylla in 1944, when it hit a mine. He passed away January 10th 1998, I am trying to find a list of the medals he received. If anyone knows how I can get that information I would really appreciate it. Thanks |
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54. michelle theobald wrote at 10.01.2007 - 18:46 hours |
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hi im looking for anyone that knew my dad he was called arthur george theobald he served on the hms cathalot between the 60 and late 70 xx |
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55. George Shirtliff wrote at 09.01.2007 - 09:33 hours |
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Just found this site like to wish you all a very happy New Year I joined in 67 Ganges boy 98 Rec left in 86 happy days. |
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57. Ian Winter wrote at 05.01.2007 - 19:05 hours |
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Hello all, we are seeing the demise of our beloved service could you please click on the link to an online petition that goes to Downing St asking to save the Royal Navy.
Many Thanks |
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58. Dirk Barclay wrote at 23.12.2006 - 19:23 hours |
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Calling all 1957 Series 31 Artificer Apprentices
I\'m organising a 50th Anniversary Reunion for 7th September 2007. It will be held in Portsmouth,in conjunction with the Fisgard Association\'s annual Green & White Dinner and Dance. I already have some ex-apps coming from Australia and the US, and would love to gather as big a crowd as possible to commemorate the occasion. Please contact me, and also have a look at the website. I\'ll keep adding to it as time goes on. Thanks for the use of the guestbook guys. |
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59. Dave Long wrote at 23.12.2006 - 11:36 hours |
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Happy Christmas and Healty New Year to all readers of this guest book. I have found a few old shipmates from H.M.S.Alert this year. We had a reunion earlier in the year. If any one out there knows of anybody that served with us on the 1958-1960 commission we would like to hear from you. Cheers Ex A/b Dave(Dodger)Long |
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60. Geordie Roberts wrote at 17.12.2006 - 22:45 hours |
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Any shipmates left? Engineroom branch.
HMS Bigbury Bay (1949-1950) Falklands S.Georgia. HMS Contest(1950-52)Sub.Trials
HMS Vanguard (52-53)"Mariner" Gib.Norway.etc.
HMS Fetlar(53-54) Trawler Portland.
HMS Siskin(Naval air Stn.) "Carrier Trials" |
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61. DAVE WOOLACOTT wrote at 17.12.2006 - 21:46 hours |
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Bill Haley St Vincent 1963-4 where are you? |
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62. John Utley wrote at 17.12.2006 - 15:39 hours |
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Any ex-RN living in the Bodrum area of Turkey ? I left the RN in 2004 after 36 yrs service and now live in Yalikavak near Bodrum so would be interested contacting like-minds living in the area. |
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63. Sheila Lee (nee Jordan) wrote at 15.12.2006 - 11:41 hours |
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Can anybody help me with information about a lady called Mary Star, who ran some kind of hostel/club on the East Coast of America during the war years for British sailors. A reception was held for Mary at the US Embassy after the war, wich my father Signalman Robert Jordan and my mother attended but they have no record of it. If anybody can recall Mary I would be so grateful to have information.
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64. PHILP HARRISON wrote at 11.12.2006 - 16:50 hours |
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Its with deep sadness that I report the death of my father Leslie Frank Harrison who passed away in Walsall Manor hospital on 6th December 2006 aged 83 after a long illness. He served during WW2 on HMS Belfast, HMS Manchester and HMS London amongst others. His funeral will be on Tuesday 19th December at St Michaels and All Angels Church, Pelsall, Walsall at 2:00pm then 3:00pm at Streetly Crematorium. Any represenative from the RNAS would be very welcome. |
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65. Derek Tait wrote at 09.12.2006 - 15:37 hours |
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Hi
I'm writing a second book about living in Singapore and Malaya during the 1960s as part of a Naval family.
I'm looking for photos,memories and quirky stories to appear in the book and was wondering if anyone could please help? The second book will also feature memories from anyone who was there at the time as well as all the armed forces.
Anyone interested in the first book about Singapore and Malaya can find details at:
www.derektait.co.uk/sampans.html
Thanks for any help you can give me.
Best wishes,Derek Tait. |
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66. {Link:null}{/Link}Janet Briffa wrote at 08.12.2006 - 09:58 hours |
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Hello - just to remind evryone that here in Malta we have a branch of the RNA it is situated in The Royal British Legion - Valletta and My husband and i would be very pleased to welcome you all! Puser\\\'s rum at the ready.....bar very reasonable lots of badges plaques etc to see!! |
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67. Geoffrey Dann wrote at 07.12.2006 - 00:51 hours |
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Hello my name is Geoffrey Dann and I joined Ganges in Jan 48, on joining I was issued with rather a large BR called the Gunnery Pocket Book, I wonder if anyone can help me to get a copy. Thank you. |
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68. Rob (Brum) Wyatt wrote at 03.12.2006 - 17:52 hours |
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Pompey Field Gun Assos Xmas Social. HMS Exellent, GI's Club. Free entry, Free food, good company. Fri 8th Dec, start 1900 to 2359. |
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69. Nick Caunter wrote at 30.11.2006 - 05:20 hours |
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It is with deep regret that i announce the death of my father Frederick R Caunter who served on HMS Glascow & HMS Howe & others during WW2 & later with the RAF Police, dog section (uk, malta & singapore.Fair sailing Dad :) |
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70. John Oxford ex RN wrote at 28.11.2006 - 10:56 hours |
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Its with sad regret to report the Edwin Gordon author of HMS Pepperpot passed away in hospital last week. He will be crematated at Portchester Crematorium (near Portsmouth) on Wed 29th November 2006 at 10:45. Any represenative from the RNAS would be welcome as there is no other person attending other than the funeral directors and excutor of the estate. |
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71. maureen bellew wrote at 27.11.2006 - 11:15 hours |
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Sadly my brother C.P.O. C.E.G. King (Neil)Ret'd has died on 15th November 2006. His funeral service will be at the Crematorium on Friday 1st December 2005 at 1.40pm in Southampton.It would be very comforting to get this message to his fellow comrades. |
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72. Zoe Pinchin wrote at 26.11.2006 - 15:42 hours |
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My father, Norman Wood, served on the HMS FARNDALE, during WWII. Sadly he died in 1986 and I am trying to find out as much information as possible about the service history of the Farndale and those who served on her. I would like to hear from anyone who may have been connected with this destroyer and some ideas as where I can perhaps find the information I need. Have contaced the Navy, searched the web but so far all info is pretty minimal. |
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73. 3e9beFred Norman wrote at 25.11.2006 - 22:59 hours |
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Is there something wrong with this site, or is it the ships, how come no ex (Big E) HMS Eagle or HMS Cook come on this website, my late father served on these two, and was proud of the fact.
My Father was a Leading Stoker on the survey vessel (ex Lochie) HMS Cook from 1951 till 1954, then after a wee spell ashore got his draft to Eagle, again as a Stoker.
It was while on Eagle he got injured, but it was after surgery sometime in 1957 he got medically discharged.
He then joined the Sea Cadet Corps, as a Sub Lt. and after a long service, and after eventually becoming his unit\\\'s commanding officer, he retired, and the Royal Naval Area Officer Commanding (Scotland)Sea Cadet Corps, granted my Father the official title of, Lieutenant retired Royal Naval Reserve. something he was always, very proud of.
So come on, where are all the Big E and Cook lads. |
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74. Mike Humphries wrote at 19.11.2006 - 23:01 hours |
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I served on the Victorious 1961/2 on 803 squadron(scimitar’s) as a EM(A), I am now the secretary of the Victorious Association 1956-68
The Association was formed in November 2001, following many ex Vic men trying to join the HMS Victorious 1939-45 Association, & being told to take a hike.
We have, since that first meeting grown from 32 to over 100 members, each October we meet for our AGM & Reunion weekend at the Britannia Hotel Coventry, contact me for an application form should you wish to join our happy band
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75. norma young wrote at 17.11.2006 - 19:58 hours |
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My dad James Walker was a stoker on HME INDEFATIGABLE and HMS SWIFT I know one of these was bombed with few survivors. I would be grateful of anyone who knew my dad could tell me something about his navy days. He passed away in 2000 |
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76. Dr Brian Hughes, BSc. JP. wrote at 17.11.2006 - 12:43 hours |
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My late uncle, Ronald Hughes, served in WW2 but I know very little about his war record. He was born approx. 1918. I have some photographs. One of them says "October 1944 Wascwing?". On it are the following: PO Tipple, PO Pasamore, PO Wall, PO Brown, PO James, PO Ponnell, PO Downes and PO Ronald Hughes. I'm fairly sure he was on Ark Royal but I couldn't be certain.
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77. Samantha Haworth wrote at 15.11.2006 - 19:08 hours |
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Ive been searching my family tree and found that my great grandad was a member, his name was Maurice, Arthur, Victor, Symonds
this website is very useful.
please if anyone has heard of or known him please email me
samanthajade50@hotmail.com
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78. Barry N Jones wrote at 15.11.2006 - 13:23 hours |
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Very Good Site, just found it. I was in the Andrew 1960-1972.Ganges Boy. Would like to hear from anyone I served with, rugby team on the Eskimo 1965-66 or Weapons Mechanicians.
Retiring Next year, Spain here we come. Take Care all. Barry Jones |
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79. Allan {Jumper} Collins wrote at 14.11.2006 - 12:44 hours |
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Great site,found while browsing. Any old Illustious members from 1949-50 when she was the deck-landing trial carrier? I served as a sto/mech during that time Mess 18 before moving on to Submaines. Would be nice to hear from any of the old crew.
Cheers! Jumper |
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80. Allan {Jumper} Collins wrote at 14.11.2006 - 12:43 hours |
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Great site,found while browsing. Any old Illustious members from 1949-50 when she was the deck-landing trial carrier? I served as a sto/mech during that time Mess 18 before moving on to Submaines. Would be nice to hear from any of the old crew.
Cheers! Jumper |
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81. Fred Norman wrote at 13.11.2006 - 22:44 hours |
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Has anyone heard of a "Taff Hearn" ex of H.M.S.Eagle, and last heard of as a Fleet Chief at H.M.S. Raleigh in the seventies, he would also have a pair of cuff links for regatta winners Devonport 1953? and had a good friend Bob Norman (Jock) |
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82. Beth wrote at 09.11.2006 - 20:38 hours |
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Please, does anyone know where I can get a Royal Nayvy 5th commisions book 1964-1966?? |
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83. Natalie Hocking wrote at 09.11.2006 - 16:41 hours |
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Hi all has anyone here heard or know of a Linda Edwards......
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86. james bell wrote at 06.11.2006 - 11:01 hours |
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left navy in 95 stoker been on cottesmore,jersey,sirius,fsu03,would like to hear from those who may know me ttfn |
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87. Bethany Roberts wrote at 05.11.2006 - 20:43 hours |
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Hi, my grandad, Russell Brown, was in the Royal Navy and was an A/B on the HMS Ark Royal, 1964-1966. When he left he got the HMS Ark Royal 5th Commissions book, but he has lost it. I was wondering if I could get one from anywhere as I would love to give it to him for christmas, please e-mail me. Thanks |
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88. Dave Long wrote at 05.11.2006 - 14:04 hours |
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I am looking for anyone who served on H.M.S.ALERT from 1958-1960 There are a few of us that get together from time to time and we would like to hear from any old shipmates. Thank you.
Dave |
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89. Derek Tait wrote at 01.11.2006 - 19:46 hours |
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Hi
Anyone who was stationed in singapore and Malaya in the 1960s might find my new book, 'Sampans,Banyans and Rambutans : A Childhood in Singapore and Malaya' of interest.It features sections on Tiger Balm Gardens,Change Alley, Tangs, Banyans, Markets, Amahs, Schools, Navy life etc.
If you want to check it out,I've made up a webpage at
www.derektait.co.uk/sampans.html
Hope you'll find it of interest.
Thanks and best wishes,
Derek. |
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90. Steve Cornish wrote at 29.10.2006 - 02:45 hours |
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Does anyone know of any reunions for HMS Troubridge's last commission before it was scrapped? |
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91. Norrie Millen wrote at 27.10.2006 - 13:20 hours |
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Any ex RN\'s in Ontario interested in joining the RNA? Visit us at website listed to have a look around. Currently we have around 89 full members and 15 associates. Some live in the USA and some in other Provinces.
In addition I run pages for HMS Ulster 1958-60 commish with pages for other commissions too. They are on my website. For further infomation please feel free to contact me. |
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92. Jerry Kelly wrote at 25.10.2006 - 14:57 hours |
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Looking for Chris Collins, ex LM(E) HMS Danae first commish '67-'70, last known address in Milton Keynes |
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93. Aaron Matzkows wrote at 25.10.2006 - 04:50 hours |
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Hello fellow Navy people. I am a 52-y-o junior officer in the Royal Australian Navy, in the process of retiring early after an accident. Mid-07 I plan to visit the UK and Europe, but while I can afford the fare, I can't afford to stay in hotels or backpackers' hostels. I wonder if any members would be prepared to put me up here and there for a couple of nights so I can have a good look around. (That's a dingo's breakfast ... a drink of water and a good look around.)In my favour, I might add that I'm reasonably personable, cheap to keep and I don't mind kipping on the lounge. Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you. And what a great site. Cheers, Aaron. |
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95. Colin Ball wrote at 22.10.2006 - 01:57 hours |
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Hello all,
My Granddads birthday is on the 31st (Sidney "Tiddley" Ball) and If any of you boys want an excuse to have a tot of rum you have one now! He was on the H.M.S Whitley when it got bombed (19th may 1940) and he was one of the few that got out the boiler room.He went on to serve on a few ships, Malta runs, Russian convoys etc and after the war went into subs. I miss his tales of all his times with his "mates" and if anyone served with him I would love to here from you. Please e-mail me. And if you did not know him have a tot anyway!!! |
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97. Dave Long wrote at 16.10.2006 - 20:52 hours |
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I am looking for any one who served on H.M.S.Alert between 1958-60. In particular
L/s Reynolds.I sam in touch with several of his old mates. Cheers Dave also known as Dodger |
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98. Richard Knight wrote at 15.10.2006 - 20:49 hours |
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Looking for the commission book of H.M.S. OWEN 1960-62.Will reimburse any costs involved. |
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99. brian hamilton-cox wrote at 14.10.2006 - 12:13 hours |
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I am interested ingetting in contact with any old shipmates from HMS Dampier 1963-65 or HMS Scarborough 1961-63. I am member of RNA Dorchester Branch and getting nostalgic in my old age. so if anyone remembers me perhaps they could get in touch |
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100. Peter Errington wrote at 12.10.2006 - 13:50 hours |
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H Geddis posted a request for contact from Peter Errington (My father) but the e-mail provided does not work. Please makew contact with me at a.errington@lloydwhyteintl.com. |
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101. John Warlow wrote at 09.10.2006 - 20:18 hours |
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Is the HMS Vidal Association web site broken/out of use/ or what? Should like to access it.
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102. Wendy wrote at 07.10.2006 - 21:05 hours |
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I would like to know if there is a picture of the leopold_ll as my mothers brother served on it and was lost at sea. Would very much like to know more |
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103. Richard "Bogey" Knight wrote at 06.10.2006 - 18:31 hours |
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Another successful 5th reunion for H.M.S.CERES (Supply & Secretariat Training Establishment,
Wetherby, W.Yorks. 1946- 58) held in Harrogate,N.Yorks Sept.29th,30th.1st October 2006.Look out for the "Big One" in 2008, to celebrate the 50 year Anniversary of the closing down of the camp when it moved down to
H.M.S.Pembroke in Chatham.Any Wrens that were at "Moorlands" are more than welcome to attend
along with S/Company.
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104. Dave (Nobby) Clark wrote at 01.10.2006 - 15:40 hours |
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Something you may be interested in. 2007 is the 35th Anniversary of handing over HMS Fulmar to the RAF and we are organising a grand PU to celebrate the occasion.
Lossiemouth 2007
The dated for this reunion have now been confirmed and the outline programme is as follows:
Friday 22 June Evening Meet & Greet and Tot time.
Saturday 23 June Evening Dinner and Dance
Both events will be held in the WO & SNCO’s Mess at RAF Lossiemouth.
Members who attend this years reunion will be given priority tickets and the remainder will be on sale from 1st December 2006 and will be allocated as requests come in as this looks like being oversubscribed and may have to be limited. The event will be open to anyone who served at HMS Fulmar in any capacity, ALL members of the FAABA and the HMS Fulmar Association.
For more details please contact me or visit the Buccaneer Ass website at www.faaba.org.uk
Dave Clark
Secretary FAABA
daclark@faaba.org.uk
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106. 0smond Butterfield wrote at 20.09.2006 - 07:10 hours |
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trying to trace any relations of shipmates of my late father alexander (ek) butterfield who served on hms bee (insect class gunboat) in china station prior to ww2 |
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108. MichaelManaloLazo wrote at 20.09.2006 - 06:37 hours |
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HAPPY ALL SAINTS DAY ON NOV 1, 2006.
It's 12:37 PM on Wed Sep 20, 2006 in Santiago(City approx 10 mins drive NE of Cordon,Isabela(Province approx 8 hours drive NE of Manila,Metro Manila)),Province of Isabela ,Philippines.
My site is at
http://www.michaelmanalolazo.go.cc
Royal Canadian Army Cadets 1980-~1983.
Just Surfing. Thanks. |
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109. rob snowball wrote at 18.09.2006 - 19:42 hours |
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hello all.is there anyone who knows of or is a family member of anyone who was on hms amhpion,which was sunk in 1914 in the thames estury.my great grandfather was on this ship and killed,but his daughter who is 94 is still alive and well. |
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110. Bryan Hoare wrote at 17.09.2006 - 12:30 hours |
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I would like to mention the passing away of my brother-in-law Paul Constable who was trained at HMS Raliegh and was on board HMS Albion and Undaunted between 1963 and 1971. He passed away peacfully on Mon 11th September 2006 at Pembury Hospice after four years fighting a brain tumor. I understand he was a stoker, so if any one remembers Paul please get in touch as his window Debs has no names from his RNA days. Many thanks and Kind regards Bryan Hoare ex RAF. |
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111. Gunga Dunne wrote at 15.09.2006 - 21:00 hours |
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Ganges,61.Alert,Cavendish,Scarborough,Sirius,
Whale Island,London,Apollo. Whats happened to
my old Guns Crew. 4.5 s Stood to. Still in
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112. Brian F Wilkinson wrote at 09.09.2006 - 16:13 hours |
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Ganges Jan 1961, 283 buntings and 294 sparkers. Anyone out there want to get in contact. Wilky Wilkinson, Satch Telfer, Alan Barry, Bungy (Maurice) Williams, Ginge Clements, Mike Richardson, Trev Strange, Larby and Shakey Shorrocks in contact, also John Henshaw of 294. |
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113. pat oliver wrote at 07.09.2006 - 15:08 hours |
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looking 4 ex naval, friend from '57-'60 schooldays. name ROBERT WILKINSON. last heard, joined Fleet Air Arm about '59-'60
can u help please? thank u |
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114. Dan wrote at 05.09.2006 - 02:35 hours |
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my grandad was on HMS Lawford in 1944 and would like to know more information about it and crew members. all i know about the ship is that it sunk by a guided missile. it would be much appreciated if you could contact me through email if you know anything about it.
regards and best wishes
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115. Tim Jarvis wrote at 05.09.2006 - 00:02 hours |
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joined rn may 1971 till 1978.ships are lowestoft, diomede,norfolk, reclaim, hubberston |
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116. Murdo,R,A,McKenzie wrote at 04.09.2006 - 16:36 hours |
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Since moving from Westmoors,Dorset.to Totton,Hampshire.I've been unable to find a RNA branch in the area i now live.I had Been a member since leaving the FAA feb 1968.Firstly at Ferndown branch at Ferndown RBL,then Salalah,Oman also Muskat branch,Oman Where i was in charge of slops(rna merchantise,gifts etc).On return to UK i once again returned to Ferndown branch.After a divorce etc moved to Totton into RBL housing (housing 21).Since being here Ive lost touch through cancer & ill health.Now feeling alittle better wish to pursue membership at a local branch.Looking at list of clubs cannot see any in my vasinity.Please could you help?.aye ex shipmate Robbie McKenzie. |
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117. patricia kelly wrote at 04.09.2006 - 13:50 hours |
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hi is there anybody out there who remembers serving on hms berwick on the artic convoys
he was a stocker,he sadly passed away some years ago but i would be very interested to hear from you. |
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118. Lt.Sean Earley NSR wrote at 04.09.2006 - 13:31 hours |
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best wishes i am a serving officer from Irish Naval Service reserve |
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119. BAGSIE BAKER wrote at 03.09.2006 - 21:12 hours |
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Just a gentle reminder s/m's that this Sunday is the Wildfire III parade at Queenborough on the Isle of Sheppey starting at 1345 hrs. This will give any standards that are in Chatham Dockyard in the morning plenty of time to join us.Looking forward to seeing you all again. Any ???? contact dd@sheppey001.fsnet.co.uk. |
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120. Dave Long wrote at 01.09.2006 - 20:41 hours |
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H.M.S. Alert 1958-1960 commission, is there any one out there who served with us? We would like to hear from you.
Cheers Ex A/b Dodger Long |
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121. David Rees wrote at 01.09.2006 - 08:12 hours |
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I am trying to find an old shipmate who was a boy with me (1945) and an RP. He became a PRI and I commissioned as a Gunner. Bill Overton by name, came from Ollerton in Notts Would be pleased to hear news of him |
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122. Kevin Erwin wrote at 25.08.2006 - 08:06 hours |
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I am trying to obtain a copy of the HMS Formidable Ships log during WW2.
Can anyone help me as I need this information to assist a WW2 veteran to get a Gold Card
Kevin Erwin
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123. Lucinda Dutton wrote at 21.08.2006 - 21:44 hours |
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We are trying to find anyone who knows the names of officers and skippers of HMS Woolston between 1939 and 1945. We are in contact with remaining crew members, but we would like this further information as part of our research. Also anyone with photos ofthe ship, and particularly crew photos, please contact me. |
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124. karan doolan wrote at 20.08.2006 - 22:59 hours |
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I'm trying to trace any of my fathers old shipmates,his name is Billy Rodda.He served on HMS Flintcastle-HMS Darylrimple-HMS Devonshire and the HMS Vanguard between 1948 &1953.My father is computor illiterate but he would loved to get in touch with any of his old mates that servide with him. He also served at the navy base at western-super-mare |
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125. rhona dickson wrote at 16.08.2006 - 22:39 hours |
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Hi I am looking for information about HMS St David WW2 hospital ship hit during battle of Solerno, my father Alexander Murray, from Glasgow, served on board as a medic.
Also any information about Hms Indefatigable WW2 would be appreciated. Thanks |
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126. sandie dixon wrote at 15.08.2006 - 23:08 hours |
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Hi, I am looking for anyone who served with my father during WW2 until 1957 when he was discharged due to ill health.His name was Kenneth Victor Glithero. He was a CPOM. I do have his Naval history and the ships he served on but I'm not sure where he was . Any information please contact me on dragnet69@hotmail.com Thanks !
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127. george chapman wrote at 12.08.2006 - 17:31 hours |
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Looking for any old ship-mates HMS RECRUIT,SWEEPER
RED SEA & MED 1947/8 |
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128. Harry Harrison wrote at 09.08.2006 - 04:30 hours |
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Hi Guys, a group of us ex RN and MN like to sit around, have a few bevies, strum a guitar, and sing a few of the old songs. Does anyone know all the verses to "A man came home one night, to find his house without a light etc etc? A kind donater gave us all the verses to "Maggy Maggy May they have taken her away etc etc" (Southern and Scouse version} On this site. Cheers and Beers all.
Harry Harrison.
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129. MR. N.A.VILES wrote at 07.08.2006 - 17:20 hours |
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Searching for info. re. Officers & crew of HMS Pintail mined off Humber June '41, particularly brothers Tom & George Pearson, Twin Bros. from Filey, Yorks. |
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130. Jeremy Swanson wrote at 06.08.2006 - 06:53 hours |
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For any old shipmates and friends ex-PO Fletcher of HMS Crane, HMS Theseus, HMS Vanguard annd HMS Diamond please note the passing of the PO (Ret'd) Fletcher of Little Dawley Shrioshire on August 2nd 2006 at hospice in Shrewsbury Shropshire. For details please contact eldest daughter Isabel at isabel.george@btinternet.com-or this writer.
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131. David Long wrote at 02.08.2006 - 20:38 hours |
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I served on H.M.S.Alert 1958-60 commission. 7 mess recently had a reunion in the SOUTHEND RNA club there were 7 old hands there,Gabby Hayes, Roy Harfield, Jack Hind,Frank Burton, Mike Johnson,Dave Jenkins and Myself Dave(Dodger)Long. We would like to hear from any who served with us, especialy L/s Debbie Reynolds.
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132. Paul Edwards wrote at 02.08.2006 - 18:15 hours |
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My father spent some some time training on 4\" naval guns at HMS Glendower, Pwllheli. Have you any photographs of the establishment from 1939 to 1945, particular in 1943. I would then like to purchase a copy or two of your most appropriate ones as I’m in the process of constructing a montage as a birthday present.
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133. David Leach wrote at 23.07.2006 - 21:26 hours |
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I have been handed by a friend who is a member of your association cuttings from a recent edition of your magazine. They were a letter from David John Williams of Penysarn, Anglesey and the 'Heroes of the Royal Navy No. 26' on 'Seaman William Williams VC'.
I, too, met William Williams, in 1963, when my mother, Kathleen, and I went on my motorcycle to stay with her family from Anglesey. William Williams VC was my maternal grandmother's cousin, but he was known throughout the family as 'Uncle Will'. I remember the twinkle of delight in his eye when Mam asked him to show me his medals - he was of the type to be too modest to volunteer it but took great pleasure in my interest.
Although there is a distant cousin still in Holyhead, all of Mam's family have now passed away and the family grave is in Holyhead Cemetary. On a visit, the first for many years, in 2004, my wife and I went to Amlwch to find the road named after Uncle Will and I paid a visit to the British Legion in Holyhead where pictures of William Williams VC are still on display in the clubroom.
If you have the means of passing this message to David John Williams, I would be pleased for him to receive it.
Thank you for taking the time to read this message.
David E. Leach, Keynsham, Somerset |
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134. Albert & Hilary Wilson wrote at 19.07.2006 - 00:19 hours |
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Hi, my brother Stanley Sanderson served as a Stoker on HMS Challenger 1949-52. Perhaps there are others who served with him who would like to get in touch. He has been looking for some time, but there seems little info about the Challenger of that time. Some oppos of his were:- J.WALLACE S/M. C.SCOTT S/M. H.WIGG S/M.
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135. robert curran wrote at 15.07.2006 - 22:51 hours |
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hello im trying to find old shipmates from hms euryalus i served aboard this ship in 1976 thru 1978 |
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136. Denise wrote at 06.07.2006 - 20:19 hours |
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Does anyone remember my Dad, Eugene A. G. Phelps? (d.o.b Sept 25, 1925)He was in the Royal Navy from 1943 until 1947.He came to the US in 1947 and married my Mom. He passed away in Jan of 1994 and I just want to have the town where I grew up put a British Flag yearly on his grave every Memorial Day (May 31st). Apparently his paperwork was lost in England where he grew up. He had 2 sisters, Rita and Thelma. His Mom was Gerturde (Trudy). His best friend was Bill Hackney from Loughton, Essex, England. I want to use any positive response from this guestbook to present to my congressman to help prove that my Dad was in fact In the Royal Navy. The town of Mendon, MA won't agree to put a flag on his grave yearly unless there is some proof.
Thank You,
Denise Taylor of Hopedale, MA
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137. BAGSIE BAKER wrote at 30.06.2006 - 23:13 hours |
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It's that time of the year again when I have to write and apologise for the Chairman of the Isle of Sheppey Branch getting everything wrong.The Queenborough and District Naval Ensign Association has not disbanded and will be organising the Widfire III Parade again to be held on the 10th of September. As always , we invite you all to the parade and refreshments after. Please contact Denise Dickson on dd@sheppey001.fsnet.co.uk for details. Thanks to all those that attended last year and lets hope to get even more this year as we can't let the RNPS Association be forgotten. |
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138. Derick Frost wrote at 24.06.2006 - 06:57 hours |
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If Geoff Lemon, ex-ERA RN who served aboard HMS Gambia 1957-58 reads this, let me know please, it would be great to hear from you Geoff.
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139. amanda wrote at 22.06.2006 - 22:51 hours |
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hello im trying to find out what pow camps the seaman were taken to from the glowworm. can anyone help me ? thankyou |
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140. Sheila Legge wrote at 21.06.2006 - 00:10 hours |
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I am trying to trace my uncle Danei O'Sullivan. Born on Bere Island ,Co Cork in 1891. According to family records he served on board a Minesweeper during World War 1. I have no rank or number, or ship for him, needle in hay a stack I know, but maybe some one can tell me where I could start. He later joined the Fleetwood Fishing Fleet |
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141. Ken Peberdy wrote at 16.06.2006 - 10:40 hours |
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Greetings and best wishes to all shipmates from the Perth RNA in Western Australia. You are more than welcome to attend any of our meetings whilst in WA. We hold our meetings 3rd Wednesday each month 1000 for 1030 at our HQ the RSL Belmont 22 Leake Street, Belmont WA 6104.Contact Hon Secretary Geoff Paice (08)9367 1945. Looking forward to meeting you when you arrive.
Aye Ken |
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142. robert fleming wrote at 13.06.2006 - 22:21 hours |
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HI ALL
ANYBODY WHO KNEW OR REMBER MICHAIL JOHN FLEMING BASED AT ROTHSEY ON CLYDE BELIEVED TO BE ON SUBS; OR MOTHER SHIP 1950/52 HE WAS A DIESEL ENGINER ANY INFO CONTACT BROTHER BOB |
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143. bob fleming wrote at 13.06.2006 - 22:13 hours |
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dear sirs
my brother was in navy at rosthy scotland in early 50s his name was michial john fleming he was a dieselenginer i think he was on subs; could be mother ship i have not seen him for over 50 years any info please
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145. Bill Brooks wrote at 12.06.2006 - 20:06 hours |
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Am former RM. PO/X 123514 served at MONAB 6 NSW MONAB 8 Kai-tak RNSM Burford Oxon& Eastney barracks 1945/6/7 Anyone out there remember me or have you all crossed the bar? |
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146. linda bushell wrote at 09.06.2006 - 13:02 hours |
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I miss all my friends in the Qarrns.
We said on the day we signed up " wonder where we will be in 9 years time" well it has now been 30 and the memories are still strong.
1976 RNH Haslar. Z class. |
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147. b m lever wrote at 02.06.2006 - 21:07 hours |
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dr who wat subs increase was this get your act together get your branch sec to read ALL the monthly circulars not just the selective bits |
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148. dr who wrote at 30.05.2006 - 09:57 hours |
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"Although it is important that your delegate knows and represents your views, it is equally important that he/she should be given the freedom to listen to other views put forward in debate and be delegated the responsibility to vote freely. This is the essence of our democracy."
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149. Mike Humphries wrote at 29.05.2006 - 20:33 hours |
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Are there any HMS Victorious (aircraft carrier)men out there that would like to join our Association ?? give me a call,annual Reunion in October, bi annual Journal, Submariners welcome |
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150. marilyn knight wrote at 23.05.2006 - 00:27 hours |
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On behalf of my father 'Raymond Wilkes' now 81 years young on 25th May, I would be so greatful If someone could find him a 'DEMS' insignia. He wore this when he was a gunner on the 'Darlington Court'in 1942 for 2 years and then the 'City of Florence'1944 for 3 months.
Thak you so much. Marilyn Knight. 'Daughter' |
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| 151. Bev Sanders wrote at 21.05.2006 - 16:29 hours |
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I am looking for any tiffies of series 16 who joined the Andrew in '52.
Perhaps we could have a get together before we cross the bar |
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152. PETER RAWSON wrote at 19.05.2006 - 22:53 hours |
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COULD ANY ONE HELP ME OUT I AM LOOKING FOR A
PETER (P0RKY) HARDWICK P/JX890222 JIONED HMS GANGES APRIL 1950 |
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153. John Tranter wrote at 19.05.2006 - 17:25 hours |
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Hello I wonder if any of your branches are looking to purchase a "rum tub" with
The queen God bless her" in brass letters.
I own a pub but am retiring & have this piece of memorblia available. Its is made of Oak, with brass work surrounding the body, it is 16 1/2 in high & comes complete with Rum Fanny, Tot Measures & signal flags AD28s.
Anyone interested please email me starting price is £400 + £25 p&p as this is very heavy & will be delivered by courier. |
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154. Andy Wilcock wrote at 05.05.2006 - 23:53 hours |
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My father was a survivor of the Hermes sunk in 1942, i beleive most of the survivors were picked up by the Vita hospital ship.
I would like to know what hospital they were taken too, i believe in Trincomalee?
I would early like more information in general on this matter |
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155. heather milner wrote at 02.05.2006 - 16:50 hours |
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looking for Derek Lipscombe my cousin my father was Frank Herbert White who lived in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe)years pos. 1949-1975 then with Llyods as an assessor |
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156. Barrie Jones wrote at 26.04.2006 - 14:50 hours |
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I am an ex-Chief based in South Africa and returning to the U.K. soon. I am looking for a e-mail address for the RNA in Thetford as I hope to be able to join the Association. Best regards to anyone out there that knows me....and even those who don't! |
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157. Brian Bilverstone wrote at 26.04.2006 - 12:03 hours |
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Trying to contact "Geoff" Dukes, ex-HMS Scylla and now a member of Edmonton RNA. Geoff if you read this, Googie and a bunch of us are planning a get together in September. Please give me a call. 07870 853 683 or e-mail me. Thanks. |
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158. paddy wrote at 24.04.2006 - 01:22 hours |
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IF YOU WANT A GOOD SITE TO GO ON TRY HMS KITE LOADS OF INFO |
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159. tony williams wrote at 22.04.2006 - 00:53 hours |
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cracking site and have printed off my form.....could do wiv a game of uckers as its a good laugh....anyone who knows or thinks they know me from ships like the active through to the new kent please get in touch....MISSING THE RN ALREADY
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160. Debbie Laws wrote at 21.04.2006 - 13:59 hours |
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I am arranging a Memorial Service for the crew of Hms Picotee lost on 12/8/1941 by U-568 off Iceland. It is the 65th anniversary of her loss, and any interested persons would be more than welcome to attend, it will be held 29th July 2006 at St Georges Centre, Chatham Dockyard, at 2pm, there is also an exhibition of my research and refreshments. |
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161. Stan Johnson wrote at 14.04.2006 - 12:45 hours |
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We are looking for new members at the Darlington Branch.No 11 Area,Anyone there contact me...I will answer them |
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162. Anthony Welch wrote at 10.04.2006 - 21:34 hours |
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back in the late 60's does any one remember a set of cartoons produced by the phot section on the Bulwark, called egbert about a baby in the womb.
My daughter is having her first child and it brought them back to me. Ex Bootie  |
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163. Bryan Oliver wrote at 05.04.2006 - 00:49 hours |
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My father Jim Oliver, 84 years old,a New Zealander, served as a stoker on the HMS CAISTOR CASTLE in 1944/45. I am keen to put him in touch with others that served with him during that period. |
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165. DESMOND SMITH wrote at 30.03.2006 - 20:20 hours |
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Of course there are. Who else would keep you in order?
A Very ordinary Coder. |
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166. Peter David wrote at 29.03.2006 - 20:57 hours |
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Are there any ex-Regulating Staff within the RNA? |
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167. rachal quimby wrote at 23.03.2006 - 22:38 hours |
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Im looking for yiyaen dundonald lloyd (known as ian lloyd) he was a naval air mechanic,
R.N.068521 was based at truro in march 1974.urgen message very impotant for him or any member of his family to get in touch.can anyone help me .PLEASE |
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168. Yandex forever wrote at 23.03.2006 - 06:30 hours |
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Very interesting website. Keep up the outstanding work and thank you...
[url=http://www.yandex.ru]Yandex forever[/url] |
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169. alistair cameron wrote at 20.03.2006 - 23:07 hours |
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trying to track down anyone who joined up 1980 february ,Anson 07 , HMS Raleigh |
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170. Les Daniels(danny) wrote at 20.03.2006 - 12:21 hours |
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can you please help me I'm trying to arrange a suprise for my hubby s60th in Oct2006 ,he joined the navy nov 66 first ship hms carysfort 66/69 Eagle 69/72 Jupiter 72/74 rank Mem no D094655 i'm looking dfor his old shipmates & Eagles Last commission book can anyone help me .
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171. Wanda Feasey wrote at 17.03.2006 - 17:32 hours |
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My Father, Ernest Victor Frank Feasey and my Grandfather, Ernest Feasy were both members of the Royal Navy. My father passed away on Christmas Eve when I was 7. Does anyone know how I can find anything with regards to their service records? My father had some medals and I would love to know what he got them for.
Thanking You Kindly |
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172. michael marsden wrote at 15.03.2006 - 16:02 hours |
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I would like to know if any body who served on h.m.s.cossack. h.m.s. warspite.as my father served on these ships during world war two.any information would great any photos also.my fathers name was stanley marsden |
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173. Taff Davies wrote at 15.03.2006 - 00:07 hours |
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How about reunions of CHICHESTER, FIFE or ANTRIM? |
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174. JIM (sharky)WARD wrote at 11.03.2006 - 15:17 hours |
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Anyone who served on H.M.S.LEWISTON from 74/76 drop me an e-mail! |
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175. William Walker wrote at 10.03.2006 - 16:59 hours |
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Seeking members of RAF dettachment attached R.N. RNAS for trials on Destroyer HMS BARFLEUR with two Mosquito aircraft Gibraltar 1945 |
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176. Ronald Strawford wrote at 08.03.2006 - 15:58 hours |
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Iam an ex matelot 80 years of age, served most of my time in the med & d.day the anzio beach head & other parts, my main ship was H.M.S.0RION. ALSO HMS MATCHLESS (destroyer)
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177. David Cowan wrote at 06.03.2006 - 16:46 hours |
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I am a Curate of the Lutheran Church based in Fareham, and our congregation would like to offer prayer and pastoral care to any servicemen or women who are looking for a biblically-based, liturgical church that can meet your spiritual needs as people who have served their country.
Please contact me if you have any such needs.
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178. Frank Mullis wrote at 04.03.2006 - 23:22 hours |
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Dear Sirs
I served in the Royal Marines 1961 - 1983 and for a few years served on the staff of FO Plymouth at Mount Wise. Can anybody tell me if your Life Vice President Cdr D M Lancaster was a Royal Naval Barrister at Mt Wise in 1976?
Best regards
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179. Rowly Greer wrote at 04.03.2006 - 16:14 hours |
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Bert Greening,Gerald Read, HMS DEFENDER FAR EAST 1953/54. ARE YOU OUT THERE..tot time>!!!
ALSO 8 MESS CROSSBOW..the 1950 one,not TO BE CONFUSED WITH LATER VERSIONS.!!! |
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180. S. Perkins wrote at 21.02.2006 - 22:01 hours |
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My bother Jack Hipkiss served with the royal navy during WW2, his ship was HMS Usk. Has anyone any information about this vessel or even better a photo. Would appreciate any help. Thank you |
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181. Robbie Perrin wrote at 21.02.2006 - 08:46 hours |
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I am looking for help on the history of UCKERS,can anyone help. I played in the RN, of course, but it is the history I am interested in
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182. Patt Malek wrote at 17.02.2006 - 05:40 hours |
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I am looking for and wrens who served on the dry land ship HMS Drake in Davenport near Plymouth around the time of V-E Day. My mother, Ruby (nee Tuson) Fletcher who like to talk or correspond with you. She married a Canadian sailor on September 20, 1945 and in June of 1946 came to Canada. We are in Ontario Canada but will be coming to England in August hopefully.
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183. Kim Hatton wrote at 12.02.2006 - 17:35 hours |
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Hello,
I am trying to help my grandad find out about the International Maritime Congress. We have found there is going to be a conference at Portsmouth this year, but other than that we can't find any other information.
If anyone can tell me anything else please feel free to email me. Any help would be much appreciated, even if it's only a website for the IMC.
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184. Simon (Pony) Moore wrote at 12.02.2006 - 15:11 hours |
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Anyone remember me? I served 1971-80 as a greenie,ships include Minerva, Bildeston and Tenacity.
I am especially looking for LS/D 'Ralph' Coates with whom I served on HMS Bildeston, last heard of in the late seventies living in Falmouth. |
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185. ab(ew) booton.l aka eddie wrote at 10.02.2006 - 22:18 hours |
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anyone who remembers me from 1976 - 1982 served ark royal juno ardent mercury nelson
would like to contact john 'wolfy' price ardent 80-82 any one from anson 43 class 76 |
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186. Clive Sutton wrote at 08.02.2006 - 18:51 hours |
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If there is anyone who was on HMS Arrow during the Falklands Comflictwho wants to get in touch by all means do.
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187. alan phillips wrote at 06.02.2006 - 22:17 hours |
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excellent site - looking for any HMS Fearless guys from the Falklands 1982 conflict. RO(t) and RO(g. Definately joining the RNA{Smily:41Smily:26} |
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188. christine ann sandmann wrote at 05.02.2006 - 15:40 hours |
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great site, have you heard of any parades on 23rd April?? |
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190. Fred Burden wrote at 01.02.2006 - 01:22 hours |
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If any members served in Malaysia between 31st August 1957 and the 12 August 1966 you can now apply for the Pingat Jasa Malaysia Medal. Please email me for an application form.
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191. topsi turner wrote at 31.01.2006 - 23:02 hours |
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i am ex lro served 1956 to 1966. looking for
mateys from drake 43 class hms mercury 56
and anyone from troubridge exmouth jufair
148 batt cassandra and any supernumaries
and miner 1(excalibur). looked all over you
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192. tom neary wrote at 30.01.2006 - 22:41 hours |
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does anyone have any information on cpo tom neary who served in the royal navy during ww2.apparently he was a diver whilst serving during the war.although he was my grandfather i never met him so don't know too much about him,other than he hailed from liverpool and was in the royal navy for many years.when he retired from the service he joined the merchant navy and served with the white star line.if anyone could fill in the blanks or just advise on where i could find the information i require i should be most obliged. |
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193. Andy seymour wrote at 30.01.2006 - 18:29 hours |
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Looking for old mates from Hermes or Rooke or anyone else who remembers my meteoric career in the Andrew up to the dizzy heights of LMEM. |
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194. Judith Howley nee Hyde wrote at 30.01.2006 - 18:25 hours |
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My father Reg Hyde served on the Ladybird which was sunk off Tobruk 12 May 1941 - He also served on the Calypso torpedoed off Crete June 1940 - does anyone know anything about these events as Dad can no longer tell us due to a stroke. The family are trying to find out more - please email if you remember/know anything! |
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195. Eva Hohenberg-Geromella wrote at 23.01.2006 - 18:01 hours |
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Hello there, kind regards from a very cold and snowy Austria,
Alessandro & Eva
P.S We have a new member in mind could you please send us an aplication form. |
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196. roy meecham wrote at 22.01.2006 - 22:05 hours |
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hallo to any old ship mates iwas on hms naiad
1982 84 if any mates out there get back to us with some old sea stories pull up a bollard lets have some stories from the med trip all take from meech after sailors mess |
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197. colin butt wrote at 22.01.2006 - 10:04 hours |
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the last falklands ships hms plymouth and onyx
may be scrapped in the near future to make way for flats if anyone would like a list of local politicians please email me to join the save the ships group and send protest letters to all 45 councilors. have a look at the historicwarships website www.historicwarships.org all help welcome
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198. John Kenneth Barnes wrote at 21.01.2006 - 01:42 hours |
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I noticed in your newspaper some time ago the
F.A.A.Squadrons serving with the BPF.
As a former member of 1843 Squradon I was surprised no mention was made of this squadron!
I,m the secretary of Great Lakes Sub Section of the N.A.ofAustralia. |
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199. George Elliott wrote at 12.01.2006 - 18:13 hours |
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Hi, trying to locate an ex Navy chap called Robin O'Hare, served in 1960's?
Son of Fee O'Hare.
Robin is the beneficiary I am trying to trace.
My contact number is 0191 2515201.
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200. Peter Cook wrote at 12.01.2006 - 16:59 hours |
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Served 1949-1960, H.M.S.Ganges, Loch Lomond. Vanguard and Admiralty wireless.
Would like to hear from Ivan Barnes (Loch Lomond) or does anybody know where he is?
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201. ginge wrote at 12.01.2006 - 14:01 hours |
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Recently SAMA 82 & MOD have been talking regarding the 25th Anniversary of the conflict and have put forward a parade in London on 17th June 2007 with 350 being invited to St James Palace, quess what rank they will be??
The troops will be left in london to fend for themselves, accomadation will be in short supply as its trooping the colour on the saturday.
I for one think it stinks.
As an alternative Smokey Cole of the FVF (www.fvf.org.uk) & Gosport city council want to hold a full weekend event at HMS Sultan with a concert/get together & parade on the sunday similar to the last event.
They have been given a deadline of 6 weeks to see if this is the prefered option of the vets.
If you want to support this event could you please leave support on the guestbook
http://www.htmlgear.tripod.com/guest/control.guest?u=ratso14&i=12&a=sign
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202. Javier wrote at 04.01.2006 - 20:27 hours |
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hi
i'm from chile...south america
i have an originals blue prints from ex hms glamorgan
NBDC VENTILATION LOCATION AND EMERGENCY SUPPLY SYSTEM (UNDERGROUNd MAP)
if you are interested...contact me
i accept offering
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203. Gene Czajkoski wrote at 02.01.2006 - 21:48 hours |
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I'd like to send an email message to M. Cross of Keynsham Bristol who danced with Lady Astor in the summer of 1941 while he was serving with the RN. |
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204. paul hartill (FUB) wrote at 31.12.2005 - 08:11 hours |
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hi to all, was at HMS Ganges 1964/66 Hawke 47 mess.73 rec instructors were rs brown and cy young,its 41yrs ago but anyone out there remember me,was backclassed to Drake division,short covered way,CRS Barrett was one of the instructors,love to hear from any one,thanks and Happy New Year to you all. |
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205. lorraine wrote at 29.12.2005 - 03:01 hours |
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my grandfather was a member of this crew IBIS his name was alexander ishmail |
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206. Billy Pryde wrote at 28.12.2005 - 20:39 hours |
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Any stokers out there from the Hermes 1975-77,Nubian 1978-80 or Yarmouth 1980-83 looking for a bevvy and a gossip. |
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207. Len Fisk wrote at 28.12.2005 - 09:35 hours |
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I served as a Fire Control Tech. in the US Navy from 57-68. Billed as the "premier" Navy
at this time, but all true sailors know that
those vessels flying the White Ensign still
merit that honour and always will. |
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208. Jim McAlister wrote at 23.12.2005 - 20:35 hours |
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A few years ago we were part of a Canadian Naval Veterans group touring the UK. We were entertained by RNA Scarborough and through the years have traded Christmas Greetings with a Terry & Phyllis Govier of that club. We have not had a card from them this year. |
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209. Patricia von Hohenberg wrote at 15.12.2005 - 14:49 hours |
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all the crew at HQ!
Patricia  |
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210. linda buckley wrote at 13.12.2005 - 23:54 hours |
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hi iam looking for an old friend chris walton last known to be on hms glamorgan 1970 anyone with information please get in touch |
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211. Lorna MacMaster wrote at 11.12.2005 - 05:24 hours |
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I am looking for any information about Robert Francis MacMaster who served in the Royal Canadian Navy. Last seen in Fortune Bay Newfoundland and presumed drowned on Oct.31, 1963 Any one having any information please contact me at my email address |
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212. Derek Vincent wrote at 11.12.2005 - 01:44 hours |
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Is there a RNA Branch in the USA |
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213. guddie wrote at 08.12.2005 - 21:04 hours |
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Hi,Iam looking for infomation on my father george william taylor king I believe he was a CPO aboard HMS Sheffield in 1940/1946 any info would be appreciated please contact me on my e-mail address |
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214. Ian wrote at 07.12.2005 - 13:50 hours |
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Id love to join my local RNA, either Trafford or Salford but even though I love spending time with the old boys Im worried Id be the youngest there at 32. Is this a false beleif? |
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215. Jojo Mugu wrote at 29.11.2005 - 12:20 hours |
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my name is Jojo Mugu keep up the good work bye |
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216. Harry wrote at 29.11.2005 - 09:17 hours |
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Waggy, if you get the words Bro. pass em on to me Harry ex Rangitoto Brain cells gone now, know possibly forty percent of it.
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217. Waggy wrote at 28.11.2005 - 18:58 hours |
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Hi, Can anybody send me the full words to "Maggy,Maggy.May They Have Taken You Away"
much obliged if you can.
Waggy |
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218. Anne Waters(Meldrum) wrote at 28.11.2005 - 05:06 hours |
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Hi, I am looking for a John Bryan Tranter who served on the Ark Royal in the 1960's. If anyone knows of his whereabouts or has any information of him, I would be grateful. I met him in Fremantle, Western Australia and have been searching for him for quite a while now. If you can help please contact me at my e-mail address/ |
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219. wrote at 20.11.2005 - 00:05 hours |
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220. Andy Jackson wrote at 16.11.2005 - 17:57 hours |
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Hi gents im a exserviceman who now recruits retired Royal Navy Engineers. If anyones stuck or justs wants to know what the score is give me a bell 020 7089 7777
keep well
Andy Jackson {REME} |
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221. carol wrote at 13.11.2005 - 13:59 hours |
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HI CAN ANYONE HELP ME FIND ANY INFORMATION ON MY FATHER, JACK WILLS, WHO I UNDERSTAND FLEW WITH THE NAVY DURING THE 2ND WORLD WAR
ANY INFO GREATLY APPRECIATED
THANKS |
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223. pat nesbitt wrote at 09.11.2005 - 20:29 hours |
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hi We are new to the RNA and hope to join our local branch soon. In the meantime we will send the membership form off.
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224. Rachael Wilcox wrote at 09.11.2005 - 16:25 hours |
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Looking for information on my late Grandad John Simon Shayer served on The Ark Royal.
From Cornwall.
Even the tinest piece of information would be appreciated. |
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225. MUGU wrote at 07.11.2005 - 20:36 hours |
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I DON LAND HEREOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
KEEP OFFF OOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I'M THE MUGUOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO |
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226. Andrew Thomas wrote at 07.11.2005 - 17:34 hours |
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Looking for information on my late father died in 1984 RTA. He served on Hms Glamorgan, Forth,Undaunted in the mob from 19661973. Any info would be hugely appreciated, was from Essex. |
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227. Frank Knight wrote at 05.11.2005 - 00:22 hours |
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I would like to inform your members that former cpo w/tel Garry Owen, 1917-2005, formerly of HMS Ganges, Warspite and Implacable (WWII) crossed the bar today, 4th November. His famous actions include Matapan and the sinking of the Barham.
RIP |
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228. Tony Hodge wrote at 04.11.2005 - 22:38 hours |
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Just received an e-mail from the town of Berwick-upon-Tweed that the ships bell from HMS Berwick with my daughters name etched on it from her christening on 26th December 1963 is in the Guild Hall (Town Hall??) of Berwick. It seems "Berwick" was sunk in the Atlantic after being used for Gunnery practice in 1985. |
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229. Mrs Carol Ing wrote at 04.11.2005 - 18:11 hours |
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Royal Marine Albert Harmer.
Contact is sought with veteran Royal Marines who might recall the above mentioned Albert Harmer. It is believed that he was present and took part in the D-Day landings, but, the flotilla or craft that he was assigned is unknown. If veteran Royal Marines reading this recall Albert I would ask that they please contact me. aggieweston@aol.com |
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230. pete browning wrote at 02.11.2005 - 23:05 hours |
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I am a former c/sgt rm and i work with one Ron Brooks who is getting fed up of listening about all the bootneck reunion`s that go on, so now he wants one as well.
Ron served at Ganges 1971-1972
Hermione 1973-1975
Achilles 1976-1978
Anyone who served with Ron and would like to meet for a few beers give me a bell and i will pass the message.
Also any reunions in the near or even far future pass them on cos this jack is desperate for some companionship, lolololol.
Ron is living in guz
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231. Terri Julians wrote at 01.11.2005 - 16:30 hours |
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I am trying to find survivors or relatives of crew members from HMS Capel sunk on 26th Dec 1944 off Cherbourg while escourting the Leopoldville US troop carrier. This is for my father who lost his 20 yr old only brother, my only uncle Leslie Gibbs. |
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233. John Wilkes wrote at 30.10.2005 - 18:46 hours |
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Ref:- HMS ARETHUSA SHIPS CO 1976-1979.
Anyone remember those good old days then send me an Email.
Thanks :- AB WILKES (Gunner) |
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234. Geoff Garner wrote at 29.10.2005 - 20:33 hours |
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anyone interested in joining us at the Wigston Branch of the RNA, get in touch! |
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235. Deborah Garrett/Saddington wrote at 27.10.2005 - 18:30 hours |
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Still looking for info on my farther who served on the HMS Glasgow his name was Ronald Saddington and lived in east london. Please anyone help Thanks. |
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236. Norman wrote at 25.10.2005 - 16:04 hours |
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any seriving on hms crane in the far east
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237. Nicola Roberts wrote at 24.10.2005 - 16:39 hours |
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Hello all
As remembrance day is approaching I'm thinking of all of the veterans past and still here.
I'm looking for information on my Grandfather, William Wardropper who was a diver in WW2 and Ceylon (sri Lanka)
I have a photo of him with 10 other men. But that is all the information I have. If anyone could help in my search for old friends etc. I'd love to hear from you. |
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238. Pat Moss wrote at 23.10.2005 - 19:30 hours |
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I served on hms kenya from 1953-1956. Have just been confirmed as having asbestosis caused
by lagging on pipes. Has anyone else got this
disease, or any info on where I go from here.I
understand I can't make a claim as I caught this prior to 1987. |
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239. Jane Bradford wrote at 23.10.2005 - 14:28 hours |
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I would like to purchase an RNA Cumerbund for my father in law who is a member of the Wigston Branch of the RNA has anyone any idea where they can be sourced.
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241. Ian Winter wrote at 22.10.2005 - 11:12 hours |
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As you may have noticed the Carlisle branch decided to go its way after the unfairly decided increase in subs issue.
Well we have proved that there is life after the RNA.
We are still a part of the city life, recently we took our veterans to a local school as part of the Home front recall scheme as well as a street party. We have visited HMS Cumberland, HMS Ocean & the SAR unit at Gannet.We are also part of the FNA & to date have received more information than we ever received from RNA HQ! As well as supporting members affected by the floods in January.
I would also like to thank the RNA Branches that contacted me with offers of financial support for members who were flooded out, even when i explained we were no longer in the RNA the offer was still there. |
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242. JOHN WARD. wrote at 21.10.2005 - 18:49 hours |
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can anyone give me some information on the h.m.s. foylebank & h.m.s. hood that are both sunk in portland harbour. |
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243. Wendy Glenn wrote at 20.10.2005 - 11:02 hours |
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I've been told by the Royal British Legion that I need to contact my Association to gain permission to wear naval uniform at this years rememberance parade. Can anybody help? |
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244. Deborah Garrett/Saddington wrote at 10.10.2005 - 09:17 hours |
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Looking for anyone that was on the HMS Glasgow that has got any info about my dad Ronald Saddington. The only thing i have is a map of where he was on D-day.(Bay of the Seine). |
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245. Pat Moss wrote at 09.10.2005 - 22:41 hours |
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Looking to contact anyone who served on HMS Keyna 1953- 1956 |
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246. Trafalgar Night wrote at 05.10.2005 - 18:52 hours |
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We are holding a Trafalgar Celebration night at Llandaff Institute, High St. Llandaff on Sat. 22nd October from 8pm.
With a free Rum punch on arrival we have the award winning and World Class ''Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen'' Brass Band to entertain you. We also provide a Fish & Chip supper at half time - all for just £8 !
Period dress is optional - but if you have any medals - wear them!
Raffle prizes include a weekend for 2 in Portsmouth to visit HMS Victory and a piece of Oak from the original ship!
Ask Steve West - 07831 464064 - any questions
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247. colin watson wrote at 02.10.2005 - 11:43 hours |
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looking for anybody serving on hms otus
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248. Tony Hodge wrote at 01.10.2005 - 22:10 hours |
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Not sure if this story is true or not Soapy.I was stationed in HMS Terror 1956-59 married living ashore. I seem to recall that there was a coal burner in mothballs in the dockyard there. It was commissioned by some of "Terrors" ships company and took off for Suez.The story goes that it ran out of coal in the Indian Ocean.The crew set up a large sail made from hammocks and sailed to Ceylon.Could be a fish story or a NAAFI canteen yarn. |
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249. JOHN (SOAPY) WATSON wrote at 01.10.2005 - 14:02 hours |
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Thanks very much for that info , can anybody tell me the date the last one was put out of commission?
MANY THANKS
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Can anybody tell me the name and date of the last coal burner in the R.N. Cheers Soapy |
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253. Ramsay Norman wrote at 23.09.2005 - 13:40 hours |
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I've found a Royal Navy Boxing Association Medal from the Open Individual Championships in 1962. It's for the Light-Welterweight Runner-up. If It's yours or you know who who it belongs to send me an E-Mail so it can be returned. |
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254. Karl Dewing wrote at 23.09.2005 - 10:22 hours |
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I am a serving RN WO1 (or FCPO!) (ex-Communicator, now a Careers Adviser) looking for info. regarding the medal issued for survivors of the sinking of the Lusitania in 1915. My Great-Grandfather (Maurice Day) was a survivor - and also served in HMS Wisteria & HMS Royal Oak. Any info regarding the Lusitania Medal particularly or my Great Grandfather generally would be welcome. Many thanks & regards to all ex & serving matelots.. |
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255. Ron LANE wrote at 22.09.2005 - 13:26 hours |
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I am looking for a mate of mine who attended my wedding, his name is Peter John HAWKE, nickname (Jan), he came from the westcountry. He served on HMS Centaur, 1958 - 1961. I have been looking for years, hope someone knows of his whereabouts. Ron LANE (Shady) |
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256. Ron Devanney Jnr wrote at 21.09.2005 - 20:25 hours |
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I am looking to trace anybody who new my father during ww2 he was in the fleet air arm where he was training to be an air craft fitter and at some point joined the royal navy commandos his name was also Ronnie Devanney many thanks |
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257. Ron Williams wrote at 19.09.2005 - 18:32 hours |
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Just visiting congleton toget some information through thelibrary, so thought I would look up our web site. I am thechairman of Ramsgate RNA and the local RMA as well as the chairman for the RMA south East Area. I will try tolook upa few branches on my travels but all shipmates are welcome to visit Ramsgate Branch the only Royalharbour in the country, and swing our lamp.
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258. John Watson wrote at 09.09.2005 - 17:23 hours |
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I am trying to find out if anyone served with my grandfather before or during WW2 or the Korean War. His name was William Douglas Watson. He was from North Devon. He died in 1995. From what I know he initially started WW2 on HMS Norfolk and then a number of years on MTBs/MGBs/MLs, and the Korean war on HMS Cumberland. |
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259. Darren Rawlings wrote at 08.09.2005 - 22:21 hours |
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I would like to mention the passing of my uncle Leivi Willam Rawlings who passed away after a stroke.My uncle servered on many ships inc HMS DIDO and towards the end of the war on landing craft,he was sunck twice and left the RN in 46 and to his dying day never stopped talking about the Navy and the friends he had. God bless uncle |
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260. Darren Rawlings. wrote at 08.09.2005 - 22:14 hours |
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I would like to mention the passing of my 7ncle Leivi Willam Rawlings who passed away after a stroke |
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261. Gary Schreffler wrote at 07.09.2005 - 20:16 hours |
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I am a U.S. Navy veteran. I was an air crewman and rescue swimmer, flying in the SH-3H Sea King, embarked in USS Midway (CV-41).
I love naval aviation, and am an avid collector of naval aviation film footage, all era's, all nations. If anyone has footage (any format) they want to share or trade (or sell if it comes to that!), please feel free to contact me. I have a very large, private collection of carrier crashes and other unique footage.
Very Best Regards,
Gary Schreffler
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262. peggy stoker nee harrall wrote at 05.09.2005 - 22:52 hours |
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I am a ww2 Wren . A jenny dusty naval stores. I served at Folkestone H.M.S. ALLENBY and in Malta, H.M.S. St Ahgelo. My name was peggy harrall.I would like to trace any of the wrens who went out with me on the SS Volendam and who landed up in alexandria instead of malta. There was Paddy, Helen, Druisilla, Helen Paula and about six other wrens whose names I cannot remember. We eventually were taken to Malta but had a very enjoyable look around before, going to el alamein and mersa matruh, where we were welcomed by some army signallers who took us sailing and gave us midnight bathing parties. We returned to Alexandria and were given conducted tours of the town exploring the cattacombs etc. We sailed to Malta on the then Polish ship, the Batory and the food was the worst I have ever had in my life. I lost touch when I was demobbed and I am especially sorry that I didn't keep in touch with Paddy. It is a long shot as I am now 80 yrs. of age, but you never know some of the others may still be around. Here's hoping. |
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263. Emma Vickers wrote at 05.09.2005 - 17:01 hours |
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My name is Emma Vickers and I’m in the first year of a PhD at the University of Lancaster. Funded by the Economic and Social Research Council of Great Britain, I’m researching male and female veterans’ experiences of the Second World War, including specifically the experiences of gay and lesbian service personnel. I am urgently seeking veterans to interview, including those who served with gay comrades.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch by letter or by e-mail at e.vickers@lancaster.ac.uk.
Yours sincerely,
Emma Vickers,
Department of History,
Furness College,
University of Lancaster,
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264. Ann Jenkinson wrote at 03.09.2005 - 23:15 hours |
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I visited St Paul's Cathedral recently and much enjoyed the memorials in the crypt. However, I was amazed to find no memorial to Admiral Sir Bertram Ramsey despite his pivotal role in the Dunkirk evacuation and the D-Day invasion. Isn't it about time this omission was rectified. A project for the Royal Naval Association? |
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266. Les Laub (ex CPO RAN) wrote at 20.08.2005 - 05:48 hours |
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Hi,
My name is Les Laub and I live in Adelaide South Australia. A friend of mine has recently come upon hard times and wishes to sell an original oil painting of HMS Hood painted in 1924 bt John Ablett Clarke. The painting is around 3 feet by 2 feet and shows Hood leading a flotilla of unnamed warships. I can be contacted at leslaub@ace.net.au |
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267. Valentin Bayoukansky wrote at 18.08.2005 - 22:58 hours |
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This is Valentin Bayoukansky, who is writing to You, I am the russian journalist
and being a great tea-lover and its collector at tea. Now in my collection 995 samples of tea. (The biggest collection of Russia) Also I have made “a mosaiс tape ” ribbon with tea packages 55,5 m long and I go on doing that so far.
I would like to inform you, that I write the book « Inhabitants of the Great Britain about tea » in which they tell about the tea predilections.
Dear Vice-Admiral John H. S. McAnally C.B. L.V.O.
Our tea project has interested Her Majesty, Queen of the Great Britain Elizabeth II, and the Prime Minister Mr Blair, and the mister Ken Hensley, and the mister Michael York-Johnson.
Dear Vice-Admiral John H. S. McAnally C.B. L.V.O.,
Please, support our project and send us answers to the following two questions for book:
1)Can You remember anything, interesting events in Your personal or public life connected with tea?
2)What images and thoughts arise in Your mind when You hear the word “tea” ?
Please, write a little about itself. I shall be happy if You will answer me.
With the deepest respect Valentine Bayoukansky.
Our adress: Russia, 398043. Lipetsk, Post office 43, s/ box 288 edition of the newspaper "Doctor".
To Bajukanskomu Valentine.
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268. Mike Beaven wrote at 30.07.2005 - 20:11 hours |
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It is with great sadness to announce the death of Gordon Patrick Beavan of Bristol UK passed away 27th July 05, aged 68
Gordon served on HMS Daring, HMS Ark Royal as well as establishments onshore in Portsmouth and Cardiff
His funeral is on 5th August leaving the 'cabbage patch' at 2pm for Canford Crematorium, Westbury on Trym. |
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269. . wrote at 29.07.2005 - 22:37 hours |
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Shows how up to date your forward thinking leadrship is havent they heard of the FNA, Which IS the umbrella organisation for nearly all the small ships assoc.They are clutching at straws again to increase membership
"There is room for all of those to exist with their own separate identities, but I think that they should come together in one big umbrella organisation; and just between you and me, Shipmates, I cannot think of a better name for that association, which would embrace everybody and give no offence to anybody, than the Royal Naval Association."
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270. David Berry wrote at 26.07.2005 - 17:46 hours |
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I am a U.S. Navy Seabee. I was recently stationed at U.S. Naval Headquarters in London England, UK. It was here that I had the opportunity to work with and meet some British forces. I was invited to join the Uxbridge RNA branch (Associate Member). I would like to say to the British forces that I worked with as well as all the RNA members I meet, but most to those of Uxbridge RNA. I was never made to feel welcomer, than I did here. My hat is off to you and your organization. Even though I have been transferred (1 ½ years now) I recently went back to Uxbridge RNA and was as welcome as if I had never left. I pray for many returned visits to the UK and Uxbridge RNA! |
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271. nicola worley nee marsh wrote at 25.07.2005 - 15:36 hours |
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hello im trying to locate my dad the only information i have is that he is called william i think he welsh and he was in plymouth england in 1973he meet my mum jennifer marsh through my aunt his best mate was dateing her if anyone could help that would be great i know its a long shoot but its worth a try thanks |
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272. A member of No 11 area RNA wrote at 24.07.2005 - 21:10 hours |
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it is with regret I must inform those members of the RNA that Shipmate Mike Cooper MBE the former Secretary of No 11 area crossed the bar on Monday 18 July Mike will be missed by all who came in contact with him. Hope St Peter was waiting with a tot for you old mate
Smoth sailing |
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273. George Barrett wrote at 19.07.2005 - 00:52 hours |
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I wish to contact Retired Admiral Robert Atkinson regarding a genealogy matter.
He was the Captain of HMS Pink a Flower Class Corvette in WW11. I have recieved information that he lives in the Winchester area. I would appreciate any help or advice on how to do so.
George Barrett. Niagara Falls Ont. Canada.
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274. BAGSIE BAKER wrote at 16.07.2005 - 02:01 hours |
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The Isle of Sheppey Branch of the RNA are holding a Trafalgar Day Parade on the 17th of Sept. Unfortunately, the chairman has informed me that the places are now all taken and the tickets sold so I thought I would help by letting you know not to bother applying now.That way you won't be disappointed.As this seems to be quite popular perhaps they would like to book a bigger venue next time. |
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275. david stevenson wrote at 13.07.2005 - 05:09 hours |
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I am a member of the Ex R.N.Assoc. of New Zealand and also Bay of Plenty Branch Russian Convoy Vets. hoping to contact a cousin of mine David Stevenson Smith He settled in Newfoundland 1945/46 I would welcome any news and from any old shipmates |
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276. Dan Huskisson wrote at 12.07.2005 - 03:04 hours |
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I am a member of the U.S. Navy Cruiser Sailors Association and our group would like to attend a Royal Navy reunion of Cruiser Sailors in England. If anybody can give me a person to contact about a possible reunion, I would be most grateful. Thank you. |
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277. Harry Harrison wrote at 10.07.2005 - 09:34 hours |
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Wish to contact any of the sparkers off the Hogue involved in the fateful collision with the I.N.S. Mysore off Trincomallee Ceylon 1959. ie. Dave Alderman, Mike Pretty, Colin Mann, Bill Peat, Pincher Martin. And the two national service coders whose names I forget. May John Revell rest in peace.
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279. BARBI wrote at 06.07.2005 - 17:10 hours |
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LOOKING FOR AN OLD FRIEND FROM THE EARLY 60s. HIS NAME IS STEPHEN BYRNE. H. M. S. RALEIGH, BRITANNIA, AND RENOWN, THE ONLY ONES I KNOW OF. STEVE WOULD BE IN HIS EARLY 60s RIGHT NOW. WOULD LOVE TO CATCH UP ON THE LAST 40 YEARS. THANKS TO ANYONE WITH ANY INFORMATION. |
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280. Miles Baigent wrote at 05.07.2005 - 00:29 hours |
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Dear Ex RN Servicemen
My father (Kenneth "Ken" Baigent) served on HMS Orwell during WW2 and my Father in Law (Robert Bobby" Dougan) served with HM RN at the end of the war. My Father died in 1999 but it is my Father In Law for whom I am writing this letter. Please could anyone send me information or put me in contact with the appropriate persons/department that can provide information regarding possible financial assistance to 'Bobby' Dougan who is aged 78 and is in Social Services Care in Glasgow, suffering from Alzheimer's Disease? I am led to believe that there are financial organisations that can provide part contribution to his living care costs? Please could you advise?
many thanks
Miles and Susan Baigent
13 Abbey Drive
Jordanhill
Glasgow
G14 9JZ
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281. Robert Jones wrote at 03.07.2005 - 14:34 hours |
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To anyone who knew Bob Jones (Jack Dusty) who served with the Royal Navy between 1958 - 1980 and served on Ark Royal, HMS Danae, Hms Tiger and HMS Fearless. Bob Jones, shipmate to many was suddenly taken from us on the 1st July 2005 aged 70. Funeral service will be held in York on Friday 8th of July. Please contact for further details patriciajones251@aol.com |
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282. William Sanders wrote at 28.06.2005 - 19:06 hours |
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Anyone who served on the British Warship AJAX in 1947 may find this amusing. A signalman certainly would.
In July of that year I was a merchant marine cadet on the SS HOBART VICTORY, a US Flag vessel. We were in the Med, out of Brindisi bound for Malta. It was a beautiful day and I was on the flying bridge with the skipper, Capt. F.N. MacLean. A light on the horizon flashed a series of A's at us. The Captain said, "Sanders, you know that Morse code, answer that light."
I was barely proficient, being able to send and receive perhaps 12 words per minute. Anyway, the signalman on the other vessel very nicely slowed down to the point that I could communicate with him. We exchanged the usual "What ship, Where bound?" messages. He told me he was bound from Malta to Trieste, as I recall. Finally I turned to the Skipper, and said with great awe, "It's the British Warship AJAX, Sir!"
He replied,with a big smile, "No fooling!!"Failing to understand his humor,
I turned back to the flashing light, only to see the AJAX lying about 100 yards away on the starboard side and a huge name plate AJAX by her bridge. I must admit feeling foolish at the time, but I am still thrilled to have personally seen that great fighting ship.
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283. Peter Nielsen wrote at 28.06.2005 - 14:46 hours |
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I have recently published a book, which chronicles all shipping movements in North Queensland (Australia) ports from the outbreak of war on 3rd September 1939 until the end of 1942.
NORTH QUEENSLAND AT WAR - Volume.1 is the first of three Volumes collating all shipping movements through north Queensland waters during WW2 en route to or from South East Asia or the Southwest Pacific. Volumes. 2 & 3 will trace all ship movements throughout 1943 and 1944-46 respectively.
As a 'reference document', Volume.1 will be of value, not only to those interested in a slice of Australian maritime history, but also to those people who served on, or may have been one of the hundreds of thousands of Allied Servicemen and women that were embarked on, vessels, (large and small, Merchant and Naval), that frequented North Queensland waters during WW2.
Apart from the daily movements of Merchant Ships on the coastal trade, and those vessels direct from Britain or the United States, of course there were those which carried supplies or troops, bound for (or returning from), Darwin and Southeast Asia, New Guinea, or other theatres of war in the South West Pacific Area. The book also includes the movements of allied warships that took part in the Battle of the Coral Sea and the comings and goings of Australian Naval Task Force, which between “Coral Sea patrols”, took refuge within the Great Barrier Reef at Cid Harbour, Dunk Island, Challenger Bay and Stanley Island. The book further details the laying of mines within the Great Barrier Reef and the names of ships and their naval escorts that moved in Convoy north and south from Townsville.
I have created a web-site address, (www.northqueenslandatwar.com), which I hope you can please pass on to all those that you think might be interested.
For my site to be effective for searching, I urgently need it to be linked to suitable related sites. Are you able to please point me in the right direction?
Regards
Peter Nielsen
PO Box 459 Gordonvale
Queensland
Australia 4865
Ph. +61 7 4056 5400
Fax. +61 7 4056 5499
E-mail pnielsen@austarnet.com.au
URL: www.northqueenslandatwar.com
NORTH QUEENSLAND AT WAR (Day by Day)
VOLUME.1
Naval and Merchant Shipping Movements (1939-1942)
Researched and compiled by Peter Nielsen
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284. BAGSIE BAKER wrote at 28.06.2005 - 14:12 hours |
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The Queenborough and District White Ensign Association would like to announce that they now operate under the title Queenborough and District Naval Ensign Association. It appears that one person got confused (too much tot perhaps !!!) and complained to the Chatities Commission that we could be mistaken for the White Ensign Association Ltd.I can see that it would be an easy mistake to make.The Q&D WEA is based in the local Social Club on the Isle of Sheppey which is stacked with Naval History, while the WEA Ltd is based on a tiny ship in the Thames.The WEA Ltd Patron is H.R.H The Prince of Wales while our President is Silkie Easterbrook the well known Father Christmas lookalike (bookings now being taken).Where the two Associations are alike is in the charitable work they both partake in.I can understand that some people may get upset that their donation was given to WEA Ltd by mistake instead of to our funds.Please be assured that we do not mind as according to the WEA Ltd Chairman's Report 2004-2005, they are down to their last £1.5 million give or take a few £100K.By changing our name we have now hopefully appeased the confused individual and look forward to his monetary donation now he knows who to send it to.To the Chairman and Staff of the WEA Ltd we send our regards and thanks for the good work that they do. |
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285. bm lever wrote at 08.06.2005 - 11:10 hours |
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Dont waist our time with your childish pranks FDS get a life idiot |
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286. Bm lever wrote at 06.06.2005 - 22:16 hours |
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see rattlers at it again sturring it up His figures on membership are right .what he ommits to say that a fair number of those those who are not members are those who have crossedthe bar. of the remainder a number have not renewed membership due to other sercumstances and can no longer attend due to health reasons . as in all organisations some dont renew membership anyway. As for Patrick Willoughby,s coments I woul agree with some of them, but you only get out of it what you are prepared to put in, come on Patrick drag your old shipmates in and turne things around if your not happy but dont give up the ghost yet Im not ww11 veteran either. |
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287. Roy Clifton wrote at 04.06.2005 - 23:26 hours |
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My uncle ERNEST WESTBROOK served on HMS Balfour during WW11. I have a rather nice framed photograph which I would like to give to someone who served with him. Please contact if you remember him. Thank you. |
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288. Harald Isachsen wrote at 03.06.2005 - 20:45 hours |
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Anyone who knows anything about the 846 Sqd raid on Kilbotn Northern Norway early May 1945? Or about a web-page covering the operation.
I Would appreciate it a lot if you could e-mail me. I'm living close to Kilbotn in Norway where the operation took place and I am WW II buff who would like to learn more.
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289. f.frew wrote at 01.06.2005 - 12:58 hours |
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Annual NIVA Service of Remembrance
Date: Saturday September 24th
Venue: National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas, Staffordshire
Time: Service commences at 11.30 am.
The Northern Ireland Veterans Association Service of Remembrance is booked for the date and times shown above.
This year we hope to have as many standards as we can muster, therefore standard bearers, from any association/organisation will be made most welcome.
We would also like to have as many wreaths as possible laid in memory of those who gave their lives.
To that end we would like to invite anyone, who wishes to do so, to lay a wreath.
Whether the wreaths are to an individual, regiment, association or any other organisation they will be most welcome.
This invitation is open to all who wish to attend and membership of the association is not a prerequisite for attendance.
We have also secured discounted accommodation at the
Holiday Inn Lichfield
for those attending the service.
The hotel have offered us a room rate of £50, which is a saving of £22.
Please can anyone booking a room state that they are booking under the Northern Ireland Veterans Association in order to obtain the discount.
This room rate is also available for either the night preceding or after the Saturday.
The contact details for the Holiday Inn are:
Express By Holiday Inn
WALL ISLAND,
BIRMINGHAM ROAD
LICHFIELD,
WS14 0QP
ENGLAND
0870-7201078
www.holiday-inn.co.uk
We hope that as many Northern Ireland veterans as possible will attend not just to pay their respects but so we can make the Saturday evening an informal social occasion.
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290. Graham Barber wrote at 31.05.2005 - 15:25 hours |
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Hello Jack from Royal from the Riders branch of the RBL. Anyone with an interest in motorcycles and is in the Royal British Legion check us out.
Regards Graham Barber
Vice Chairman
The Royal British Legion Riders
Branch No 3542 |
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291. Alan wrote at 28.05.2005 - 17:49 hours |
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Hi David,
I expect you know the Ceylon website on the links page this site. There's also a guestbook on http://www.world-war.co.uk the WW2 Cruiser web site.
Hope this helps.
Fair winds. |
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292. DAVE WHITFIELD wrote at 28.05.2005 - 15:19 hours |
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ANY SHIPMATES OUT THERE WHO SERVED ABOARD HMS CEYLON ON THE LAST COMMISSION 1958/60 WHO WERE IN THE HANGER MESSES ie:36 PLEASE GET IN TOUCH FOR A GET TOGETHER TO SWING THE LAMP,WOULD BE GREAT TO HEAR FROM OLD MATES AGAIN. |
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293. Peter R Moss wrote at 26.05.2005 - 21:45 hours |
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Greetings to all shipmates - did you know that the true and original "Impregnable" association is growing stronger each day - following a fantastic weekend at the Moat House Hotel - Chester the memebrs now look forward to meeting up in strength in July in Portsmouth for the main reunion and AGM. Ignore the cheap copy set up Impreg/drake - the self elected chairman is a reject from the true and original Impregnable Association |
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294. Kenneth McKinnon wrote at 23.05.2005 - 20:51 hours |
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I have now been a member of the association for a couple of years. It was good to get together with some old mates with whom i served. It has been good being brought up to date with events pastand onging within the RNA and Navy.
best wishes to all members. |
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295. Harvey wrote at 23.05.2005 - 14:11 hours |
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Greetings Sir-
I would value your help please!I am at present
embarking on my family history!I am doing well
so far-but need a little help to perhaps find
out more about some of my relatives who served
in World War 1 & 2!Firstly my grandfather-Fred
Owen Davies is shown in one of my family photos wearing a cap with "HMS Sovereign"across
the front!That picture was taken in 1916 when he served in The Royal Navy!Obviously,never having met my grandfather I have rather limited information of any other details that
relate to his position in Royal Navy-& I have
very few relatives who can help me find out
more!
All I know about my grandfather is he lived in Dudley with his wife-Ruby May Davies-
had 4 children-Christine Davies-Bertram George
Davies(my father)Uncle Fred Davies,& John Lewis Davies!So I would be grateful for your
help on that one please?
The 2nd enquiry is regarding my father-
his name is Bertram George Davies-& I also have a photograph of him taken on leave from
the Royal Navy in 1943.Again I have little
information to go on about where my father
served etc-but one thing I do know is that like my grandfather my father too served on
HMS Sovereign!
My father is still alive-but sadly is now in a home as he has developed Dementia-&
other ilnesses-hence he will be unable to
communicate!So my only hope is to ask you sir
if you can please advise me as to where I might be able to find information on HMS
Sovereign & those who served on her-both in
1916 & 1943-where the ship was in the years I
have mentioned!This would mean so very much to me to fill in the missing pieces of this as yet
incomplete puzzle.I met a gentleman on Saturday in our local town who was showing a
stall from World War II-including newspaper
cuttings!I asked him about the HMS Sovereign
& he suggested going to the Royal Navy
Association Website.I did that today but as
yet have found no details on HMS Sovereign
or who sailed on her.I look forward to your
response-If You Can Help!Thankyou-Harvey
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296. Pete Deane wrote at 19.05.2005 - 15:02 hours |
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Hello Folks, hope all well and happy.
Are there any old and bold out there who remember the formation of the wartime S.B.S. IN 1940 by an Army Commando officer called Roger "jumbo"Courtney he put forward the idea, set up and commanded the wartime no 1 SBS (his brother commanded no 2 SBS later) i am researching further with the intention of commemorating this great feat and hopefully a plaque(at least)will be on show at the ROYAL GREEN JACKETS MUSEUM in Winchester(that was Courtneys Regiment prior to SBS)and also one at Spean Bridge/Commando Museums Eastney and Scotland...any thoughts would be welcome... yours pete |
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297. Ted wrote at 17.05.2005 - 20:13 hours |
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Sleepy Hollow? Trying to get our new Selsey Homepage on to the RNA website. RNA website last updated on the 17 April. 2005 I hope! :-( |
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298. Martin Calvert wrote at 13.05.2005 - 12:58 hours |
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I am planning a Trafalgar Day Parade in Kings Lynn on 16th October 2005 and would like to invite as many RNA members as possible to attend, along with standards to help celebrate the 200th Annv. I am expecting at least 400 people to attend including Sea Cadets from Bermuda.If any members are interested could they please contact me asap.
Yours Aye
Lt(SCC)Martin Calvert RNR, Commanding Officer TS Vancouver SCC, Kings Lynn. |
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299. carl cardus wrote at 11.05.2005 - 13:25 hours |
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I am trying to find anyone who served on H.m.S Bedouin which was sunk in 1942 and most of the crew became p.o.w.s my dad was a telegraphist on board |
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300. Debbie Laws wrote at 11.05.2005 - 13:12 hours |
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Your website is great. I am holding a Memorial service on 30th July 2pm at St Georges Church, Chatham Maritime for the crew of HMS Picotee, she was lost on 12/8/1941 just south off Iceland. She was sunk by U-568. All crew lost.
If any of your members would like to attend I would be grateful. Should you require more info please conatct me evening: 0208 855 3158 or via e-mail.
Thank you for your time.
Good luck and best wishes
Debbie Laws. |
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| 301. Joe Artis wrote at 10.05.2005 - 00:19 hours |
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A Mohawk reunion is being held on the weekend of 4th to 6th November we will also be holding an inuaural meeting of an association on the Saturday 5th Nov. Please contact either me or use the link on the web site homepage for further details. Cheers Joe |
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302. Norman Agass wrote at 06.05.2005 - 10:47 hours |
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Commodore B L Leighton
Dear Sir
I was given your details by the Royal British Legion and am contacting you on behalf of my father, Mr. Arthur Agass. (Identity PO/X 100 481)
Dad served in the Royal Marines during 1939-1945 and is currently living alone in Chingford. He is a healthy 88 but is naturally reaching many limitations.
My reason for writing is that my father has a desire to march on Armistice Day. He has agreed in principle, and with our support, to attend the Remembrance Sunday march of honour at Whitehall this year. This is a radical change of mind for him after so many years of "not looking back".
We want to take this opportunity before it becomes too difficult for him and before a change of heart. Is there a possibility of making arrangements for him to attend along with fellow comrades? I have no idea of where to start and am asking for your advice on what to do next. I am not sure of what criteria or entitlement there is to take part but I am sure you can appreciate how important this is to us all. I am willing to do what is needed to help along the way.
I contacted the local Loughton branch of the Royal British Legion last week and was made to feel very welcome by the standing chairman and secretary. Regrettably, my father is not the type of person to socialise and would find it very difficult to attend meetings and social evenings at the local branch; I therefore feel they can not help with regard to this particular request and I also understand they do not make arrangements for Whitehall anyway.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
Norman Agass
4 Hilltop Close
Loughton
Essex IG10 1PY
Tel: 07714 228823
Tel: 01992 523254 (work)
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303. Joy McEldowney wrote at 06.05.2005 - 03:25 hours |
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