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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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Private George Frank Woolley, CH/7925, Royal Marine Light Infantry, HMS 'Hogue' (1875-1914)
By David Fairman
Australia
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Able Seaman Walter James Udy D/222314, Royal Navy, HMS 'Forte'
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
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Petty Officer Regulating Harold William Cornish P/222101, Royal Navy, H.M.S. 'Victory'
By shaun corkerry (2)
United Kingdom
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Stoker Dugald Gillies Wood 7684S, Royal Naval Reserve, HMS 'Indefatigable'
By Douglas Wood
United Kingdom
Leading Seaman 157659 John William Quinnell HMS Sapphire
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
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