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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
