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| 126. David Malin wrote at 04.05.2009 | |
| Alcester (Warwickshire) Royal British Legion. Armed Forces & Veterans Day Parade - 27th June 2009. Invite to all RNA Standard Bearers and Members to join us on the day for a small parade and get together. 10am till 1pm. If you can make it, please ring Bill or David on 01789 763113. Thanks | |
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| 127. Brum Wyatt Pompey Field Gunner wrote at 03.05.2009 | |
| GENTS,
DUE TO HMS EXCELLENT SNR RATES SUMMER BALL FALLING ON THE 25TH JULY WE HAVE HAD TO BRING OUR SUMMER BBQ FORWARD TO SATURDAY 18TH JULY.
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS:
AGM; 1100 GIs CLUB.
FOOTY COMP; 1200. DETAILS TBC
BBQ: 1400
DISCO, BOUNCY CASTLE, FACE PAINTING AND RAFFLE.
DIT SPINNING: "WHY LET THE TRUTH GET IN THE WAY OF A GOOD DIT".
HOPE TO SEE AS MANY OF YOU THEIR AS POSSIBLE.
BW
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| 128. Phil Tootill wrote at 03.05.2009 | |
| I served in the RN from October 1974 until August 1980 and served on a number of ships during this time, I have to sell the following cap tallies, the majority of which are the ships I served on, A shortened HMS cap tally in gold thread
The remainder are all full length
HMS Ganges Gold Wire
HMS Mercury Gold Wire
Flag Officer Plymouth Gold Wire
HMS St Angelo Gold Wire
Commander British Forces Malta Gold Thread
2 x HMS Tiger Gold Wire
HMS Apollo Gold Wire
HMS Victory Gold Thread
HMS Rooke Gold Wire
Commander in Chief Gold Wire
HMS Ariadne - Gold Wire
HMS Excellent - Gold Thread
HMS Raleigh - Gold Wire
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| 129. Greg Daxter wrote at 29.04.2009 | |
| GREGORY DAXTER wrote at 13.01.2007 - 20:48 hours
I am trying to contact anyone who went to the "Homes for Little Boys" in Hextable, Swanley, Kent, in order to write its history. This was a Naval Orphanage between 1883 and the 1950s. Many boys came from Portsmouth/Southampton; at 14 many returned to associated schools there as well as Greenwich, Holbrook, Deal etc. Many served in the wars.
The present School is called "Furness" in Hextable. Memoirs are being gathered from former members and a reunion is planned for 2007. Please contact me if you have any information.
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| 130. Andrew Clarke wrote at 28.04.2009 | |
| I am trying to locate Robert ( George) and Dianne Thwaites, all I know is they use to live in the Billingham area. They had 2 children Mark and Victoria, George was on HMS Galatea with me in the 70's the last time I saw george was about 5/6 years ago when he was working up here at Yarrows on the Clyde building some foreign boats Indian I Think they were patrol boats.
If anyone can help me with my quest I would be extatic.
Cheers in anticipation,
nobby clarke | |
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| 131. valerie woodburn wrote at 27.04.2009 | |
| I am looking for any one who knew my dad FREDRICK WOODBURN TIMBER FOR SHORT .He served on HMS Nuthatch and other ships in the 2nd world War. I would to know what it was like for him and his mates Thank You Val | |
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| 132. Richard Godley wrote at 16.04.2009 | |
| Just a quick hello to all!!! Also to introduce myself as the new Chairman of The R.N.O.C.C Club (lake rd, Portsmouth) Please feel free to look in to our club if passing. | |
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| 133. Michael Power wrote at 14.04.2009 | |
| I'm searching for survivors of HMS's Stronghold and Exeter. I am writing a movie surrounding the survivors of these ships that involves their capture and internment. My father was an AB on Stronghold when she was sunk in 1942. I believe there is anuntold tribute to be told and I am keen on doing it. Please contact me with anything you may have. My thanks for your service and anything you can push my way.
Sincerely, Michael Power | |
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| 134. tony porter wrote at 14.04.2009 | |
| looking for anybody who served 1st comm. hms blake junior seamans mess. jan gould is trying to get enough interested in a re-union. | |
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| 135. John Gregory wrote at 12.04.2009 | |
| Hi, i'm trying to find out if any one remembers my Dad,John Gregory of Macclesfield Cheshire he's now 86 he served in the war between 1943 till sept 46 he served mostly in North Africa in Land based camps but also served on the Sloop HMS Milford as a leading cook, it would be great to hear from any one who remembers him, thanks, his eldest son,John | |
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| 136. Alan Standing wrote at 12.04.2009 | |
| Have just found this page,it's been a time since I left the service.Joind in 1974 left in 1985. Last serving in HMS'M Onyx. Would like to catch up with old freinds. | |
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| 137. Leo Brennan wrote at 03.04.2009 | |
| Hi. I am not ex Navy personally but I am seeking help with something. We have recently formed Orkney Defence Interest Network (ODIN) to preserve the historic and cultural remains around Scapa Flow. We are seeking memories from men and women who served here. In particular The Great Orkney Song Share project would like to here, even fragments, of any songs you may remember (Repeatable ones!) I would love to hear from anyone with memories of Scapa Flow.
Thanks for reading. | |
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| 138. Des Price wrote at 31.03.2009 | |
| Have been out of the forces for some time and think it is about time I joined the RNA to stop one my oppos continual nagging!! | |
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| 139. John Hannant wrote at 31.03.2009 | |
| I am a Ganges boy joined 6/9/49. Also a member of the RNA Port Phillip Bay Branch Australia.Ships, Wrangler Cygnet Coquette Dryad Hmlct 4063 Mermaid Victoria Barracks for killicks course. Undaunted Dryad lynx first commision Vanguard reserve fleet. To shore. Would be nice to here from any old Shipmates.
Yours Aye John. | |
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| 140. Tony Morrison wrote at 31.03.2009 | |
| Hello.Is there anyone out there from ct26 HMS Collingwood 1958?Be nice to hear from you. | |
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| 141. Desmond wrote at 30.03.2009 | |
| In my original post I used the name Sewell. It should have read Saywell. The corrected version therefore should read:
I am trying to locate Peter Saywell who was based at HMS Raleigh, or Fishguard, in 1958/61. He knew a local girl, Elizabeth "Liz" Maidment, the daughter of the local police officer; whom I think he may have married. Additionally, in the 60's, Peter, Liz, and/or Liz's sister may have been based at Culdrose (HMS Seahawk)in Cornwall. It would be fantastic if anyone knows their whereabouts | |
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| 142. Desmond wrote at 26.03.2009 | |
| Hi! I am trying to locate Peter Sewell who was based at HMS Raleigh, or Fishguard, in 1958/61. He knew a local girl, Elizabeth "Liz" Maidment, the daughter of the local police officer; whom I think he may have married. Additionally, in the 60's, Peter, or Liz's sister may have been based at Culdrose (HMS Seahawk)in Cornwall. It would be fantastic if anyone knows the whereabouts of Peter, Liz, or Liz's sister.
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| 143. Ron Burdekin wrote at 25.03.2009 | |
| As the current Secretary of Falmouth Branch, I am trying to chart the history of the Branch, before it is too late! The earliest I can find is an article in the RNA Handbook for 1983/4, which relates to the "resurrection of the Branch in 1982 after a break of 30 years"
Can anyone throw any light on the early years of the re-formed Branch, or - better still - any information on the original Branch, which must have de-commissioned in the 1950's. Was the Branch previously known as RBN Old Comrades' Association i wonder? | |
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| 144. Mike Mayer wrote at 23.03.2009 | |
| I looked through the branch listings and noticed that Dover branch was not listed can anyone tell what happened .I was chairman of the branch after commisioning the late 80's unfortunately work took me away and I apoligise to the RNA for no keeping up my memberships. I have now loads of time and live near Pontypool . I joined the mob 8/1/62, does anyone a B.v Webb came from Tooting London or Ken Byliss married a wren caled Pat any info would be much appreciated. | |
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| 145. Wren Maureen Burrows(Littlemo) wrote at 19.03.2009 | |
| Looking for an Artificer (Class 15) RNZN of Maori decendents. I think, but not sure, his surname was (Phillips) who served at HMS Collingwood Fareham Hampshire in 1959 to 1962. I served at the same time as him. Wren Maureen Burrows (Officers Steward 116271) He once had an accident during squad drill and injured one of his fingers. I visited him at Haslar Hospital in Gosport Hampshire. I would be very grateful to anyone who can give me any info.
Maureem(Littlemo) | |
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| 146. Doug Marsh wrote at 19.03.2009 | |
| Back in another life as a member of the RAN, somewhere I heard a group of RN'ers singing a catchy little number, the only line I can remember is "God Bless the Bastard King of England", does anyone remember it and could they email the lyrics, thanks | |
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| 147. Peter Arkwright wrote at 15.03.2009 | |
| Still looking for some old pals''Dave putton,Mark Rowka, Walt Lowe, Cozy Powell,Ken Bains, from 1958-1962 get in touch | |
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| 148. Geoff Smith wrote at 11.03.2009 | |
| I have posted this once before, but will try one more time.
I have an old Royal Naval Association diary dated 1954 which belonged to a J H Palmer of Caterham in Surrey. Unfortunately, the ship's name is not legible, but could be HMS Centaur? There are references to Peter Mears,RMA Sandhurst and Andy McDonald, HMS Nuthatch.
It would be nice to be able to return it to a family member. If anyone has any knowledge of J H Palmer please contact me. | |
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| 149. George Whaymand wrote at 08.03.2009 | |
| I joined in April 1965 at HMS Raleigh, served on HMS Victorious, Hermes, Zulu and Hermione, anyone out there remember me?
Great website keep up the good work | |
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| 150. Luke Foulstone wrote at 06.03.2009 | |
| Hi, I am trying to find anyone who may have knew my grandfather. His name is RAYMOND CHATWIN. He served the navy during WW2 as an AZDIC operator on HMS QUILLIAM, HMS QUEENSBOROUGH, and HMS QUAIL which unfortunately hit a sea mine in Nov 1942 and eventually caused it to capsize whilst on tow back in May 1943. I would dearly love to hear from anyone or their relatives who may have knew him during his war days or have served with him. Or just give their own accounts of life on Quilliam , Queensborough, or Quail. Please contact me at lukefoulstone@hotmail.com
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