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MESSAGES

HARRY HOLLAND:   My father in law served on HMS Duke of York as a radar operator, including in the action against the Scharnhorts and other campaigns. He has just celebrated his 80th birthday and is in good health. He also served a while on the Free French Battleship Richelieu and has a impressive haul of medals. Does anyone remembers him. 

THOMAS SCOTT:  My Grandad was a Royal marine who served on HMS Duke of York and HMS King George V in Oct / Nov 1941. I would love to hear from someone who may remember him.

FREDERICK BRINDLEY.. I served on the Duke of York from August 1941 until July 1944. I was onboard during the Russian Convoys, on 5.25 guns. I met Winston Churchill (approx. 1942) onboard when we went to Halifax, Nova Scotia. I'm ex Royal Marines and also served on HMS Orion. 

JACK BURKE.. Jack Burke seen left with his wife Flo, could anyone give any info or memories of him, sadly he passed away in 2000, he was a torpedo man when they sunk the Scharnhorst, anything about  him would be gratefully received, thanks Derek Clark. 

LAWRENCE HOWARTH... Does anyone remember Lawrence Howarth from Manchester. He served on Duke of York right through the war and I would like to hear from anyone who remembers him. 

JOHN WILLIAMSON.. My late father John Thomas Willamson, known best as Jack, was a Geordie from Leamington on Tyne. He was on board the HMS Duke of York in the second world war. 

PETER HIGHAM.. My father served on HMS Duke of York when the Scharnhorst was sunk. He was a Royal Marine and was on ammunition supply 14 inch main turret during the battle. His other action station was No.2 Orliker at sea and No. 1 Bren Gun AA in harbour. He would love to hear from anyone who remembers him, especially Tommy Howard, Bob Griffiths.

HECTOR MacDONALD..  My Grandfather's brother (on the right of the picture) served in the Royal Marines as a bandsman who I believe served on HMS Duke of York during WW2 and at the time of the sinking of the Scharnhorst. I would love to hear from anybody who may have known him or has information on the Duke of York at this time. 

JOHN DORAN.. My Grandfather served on HMS Duke of York as chief stoker during the sinking of the Scharnhorst. Does anybody remember John Doran from Bootle, Liverpool. He served during the arctic convoys during the second world war. I would love to hear from any old shipmates of his. 

JOHN LINACRE:  My Father served on HMS Duke of York between 1942 and `1945. he cam from Bootle, Liverpool. sadly he died in 1973. I would love to hear from any old ship mates of his who remembers him, 

VICTOR BOND. Served on HMS Duke of York 1943 - 1945. Officers Cook, Wardroom staff. like to hear from anyone who knows me. Tel Victor Bond on 028 3832 3451

CHARLES CUMMINGS: My Uncle served on HMS Duke of York during WW2. I would love to hear from anyone who may have known him. 

WALTER EVANS. My Grandfather served on HMS Duke of York for 2 years. he was a ordinance artificer and was a CPO and was in Mess 91. I would like to hear from anybody who was on board at this time and may have known him. also any photos of the crew during this period.  

JAMES FINLAY SHIELS: Stocker 1st class, served on HMS Duke of York from 20/8/41 to 12/9/43. I am his eldest son and tracing his naval career.

GEORGE (JACKIE) DODDS : D/JX221118- Mess 59. my Granddad from Consett County Durham served on HMS Duke of York during WW2 I would love to hear from anyone who knew him or has stories of that time on ship. I have letters from a friend of his G J Edmunds Mess 59. aboard HMS Kenya, he always was sent the letters from "your oppo Taffy".  If you have any info or photos 

JOHN MCNALLY: My Father was a Royal marine on HMS Duke of York between 12/9/41 and 28/3/44. 

DENNIS BOULTER:  My Father served as a gunner on HMS Duke of York during WW2. If anyone remembers him I would love to hear from them