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…
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…
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…
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.…
Blood in the Sea: HMS Dunedin and the Enigma Code”, published in 2003, is the only book on HMS Dunedin. Click here to preview and buy
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