Navy

Sailors during both world wars faced some of the toughest conditions and most dangerous operations. From direct conflict with other war ships, to supporting amphibious invasions, escorting vital supply convoys and the tense cat-and-mouse of submarine warfare, life in the navy was as varied as it was hazardous. Tell us their stories. (Image: © IWM A 176)

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Able Seaman Victor Alexander Augustine Johnson J/13324, H.M.S. Queen Mary, Royal Navy

First World War Navy United Kingdom PORTSMOUTH NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Noonans Mayfair

United Kingdom

Able Seaman Charles William Cyril Coe C/J 109653, H.M.S. Achates, Royal Navy

Second World War Navy United Kingdom CHATHAM NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Noonans Mayfair

United Kingdom

Ordinary Seaman Albert George Scott J/25983, H.M.S. Russell, Royal Navy

First World War Navy United Kingdom CHATHAM NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Noonans Mayfair

United Kingdom

Private Fred Shillabeer, 2nd Battalion Royal Marines Light Infantry – one of 3 brothers to serve

First World War Navy United Kingdom TRANCHEE DE MECKNES CEMETERY, AIX-NOULETTE

United Kingdom

Sub-Lieutenant Hubert Henry Louis Holness, H.M.S. Heron, RNVR - Air Accident

Second World War Navy United Kingdom LEE-ON-SOLENT MEMORIAL

By Bill Caudwell

United Kingdom

Able Seaman Arthur Hands 126838, H.M.S. Cressy, Royal Navy

First World War Navy United Kingdom CHATHAM NAVAL MEMORIAL

By Noonans Mayfair

United Kingdom

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