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….

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…

Biographical Notes Mentioned in Watson Report: Behaved with great coolness, courage and confidence throughout the period on the raft. His steadiness and clear headedness were invaluable and undoubtedly gave confidence…