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Apr 23

Allen, William

By Royal Marine Survivors
  I am indebted to William Allen's grandaughter, Karen Kebby, and William's wife , Constance, for the photographs and to Karen for writing the following tribute to her grandfather: William…
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Apr 11

Ward, RM

By Royal Navy Survivors
Biographical Notes Mentioned in newspaper report. Previously survived sinking of Royal Oak. One of five survivors from original 22 on Dunedin raft. Reportedly dived into sea five times to rescue…
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Apr 11

Wood, SR

By Royal Navy Survivors
Biographical Notes Mentioned in Watson Report: "On board S. S. NISHMAHA as was recorded by the Master in his letter dated 16th December, 1941, C. Yeo. Sigs. Lavington, E. R.…
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Apr 11

Watson, AO

By Royal Navy Survivors
Biographical Notes Senior surviving Officer. Author of official report of sinking. The discovery, in 2015, of his manuscript notes on how many men made it to the rafts prompted new…
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