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April 2014

Apr 23

Gill, WJJ

By Royal Marine Survivors
        Biographical Notes Joined Dunedin 18 March 1941. One of three remaining survivors on the first raft to be rescued. Recovered in Trinidad, returned to England on board...
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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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