Volume I of Lt Col G. P. Orde’s alphabetical research report on vessels associated with Operation Dynamo. This site provides independently written summaries and factual index metadata, not source images or transcriptions.
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21 matching pages. Summaries are research aids and should be checked against the original records.
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| 5 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 5. The page concerns Abel dewulf (n.58). The factual index links this page to the vessels Abel Dewulf, Abel Tasman, Alice, Andre Lucienne, Beal, Broke, England and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Beal, Crick, Dover, Griffiths and Senior. The indexed activity is dated 3 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, towed or assisted another craft and operated in convoy or with other vessels. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 6 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 6. The page concerns Abel tasman. The factual index links this page to the vessels Abel Tasman, Alice, Beal, Broke, England and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Adam, Beal, Crick, Dover, Griffiths and Senior. The indexed activity is dated 27 May, 28 May and 29 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Dover and La Panne. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, towed or assisted another craft and operated in convoy or with other vessels. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 200 and 900; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 43 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 43. The page concerns Amazone. The factual index links this page to the vessels Amazone, Atlantic, Foxglove, Fredanja, Newhaven, Pacific, Pascholl and Zeus. Indexed surnames include Dover, Miles, Phillips, Poole and West. The indexed activity is dated 26 May, 27 May, 28 May, 29 May, 30 May and 31 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover and The Downs. The page appears to record that the subject encountered mechanical trouble or damage and operated in convoy or with other vessels. The OCR indicates movements including departure from or passage towards Dover. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 400; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include bomb-related damage or water ingress. It discusses the operational routing system, including Route , and changes made in response to coastal gunfire, minesweeping or passage distance. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 44 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 44. The page concerns Amazone (continued). The factual index links this page to the vessels Amazone, Dinghy, Enterprise, Foremost 102, London and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Phillips and Wakeham. The indexed activity is dated 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Ramsgate. The page appears to record that the subject towed or assisted another craft and was associated with a service award or official recognition. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 111; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include boats grounding in the prevailing conditions. The page appears to compare or qualify different accounts, so participation, sequence or figures may be disputed rather than established. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 51 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 51. The page concerns Andora(1). The factual index links this page to the vessels Andora II, Boat, Broke, Elizabeth Green and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Cook, Ford, Garside, Green and Miles. The indexed activity is dated 29 May, 30 May, 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate and Sheerness. The page appears to record that the subject towed or assisted another craft, encountered mechanical trouble or damage and was exposed to enemy action. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 23; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 72 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 72. The page concerns A/s trawler - contd.. The factual index links this page to the vessels Atlantic, Broke, Lansdowne and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Day, Dover, Fordham, Hay and Poole. The indexed activity is dated 2 June, 28 May, 29 May and 31 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, towed or assisted another craft, was exposed to enemy action and did not complete, or was reported unwilling or unable to undertake, an intended passage. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 100; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include boats grounding in the prevailing conditions. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 73 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 73. The page concerns Atlantic. The factual index links this page to the vessels Atlantic, Boat, Broke, Drifter, Fair Breeze, Lansdowne, Newhaven and Ruja. Indexed surnames include Day, Dover, Fordham and Poole. The indexed activity is dated 26 May, 27 May, 28 May, 29 May, 30 May, 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover and La Panne. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, towed or assisted another craft, encountered mechanical trouble or damage, was exposed to enemy action and did not complete, or was reported unwilling or unable to undertake, an intended passage. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 240, 50 and 100; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include boats grounding in the prevailing conditions. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 137 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 137. The page concerns Bullpup. The factual index links this page to the vessels Bullpup and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Dover and Smith. The indexed activity is dated 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Dover and Sheerness. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 170 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 170. The page concerns Cecil & lilian philpott r.n.l.i.. The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Broke, Foremost 87 and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Barge, Dover, Morris, Spray, Thomas, Whyte and Wright. The indexed activity is dated 31 May, 1 June, 2 June and 3 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels, towed or assisted another craft, encountered mechanical trouble or damage and was associated with a service award or official recognition. The OCR indicates movements including arrival at or return to Dover. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 51; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include boats grounding in the prevailing conditions. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 238 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 238. The page concerns Despatch ii. The factual index links this page to the vessels Broke, Despatch II, Newhaven, Pascholl and Progress. Indexed surnames include Dover, Miles, Poole, West and Wilmot-Sitwell. The indexed activity is dated 28 May, 29 May, 30 May, 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover, La Panne and The Downs. The page appears to record that the subject encountered mechanical trouble or damage. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 263; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. It discusses the operational routing system, including Route , and changes made in response to coastal gunfire, minesweeping or passage distance. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 245 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 245. The page concerns Dinard. The factual index links this page to the vessels Dinard, London and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Few, Goodrich, Jones, Smith and West. The indexed activity is dated 28 May, 29 May, 30 May and 31 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and The Downs. The page appears to record that the subject was exposed to enemy action and was associated with a service award or official recognition. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 253 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 253. The page concerns Doris. The factual index links this page to the vessels Doris, Newhaven and Queen. Indexed surnames include Read and West. The indexed activity is dated 27 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and The Downs. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, towed or assisted another craft and was exposed to enemy action. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 904 and 590; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 254 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 254. The page concerns Dorrien rose. The factual index links this page to the vessels Canterbury, Dawn, Dorrien Rose, Newhaven, Queen and Rose. Indexed surnames include Dover, Hughes, Rose, Thompson and West. The indexed activity is dated 26 May, 27 May, 28 May, 29 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Dover and The Downs. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, towed or assisted another craft and was exposed to enemy action. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 904 and 590; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 280 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 280. The page concerns Eilla ii (no.9) portsmouth yacht inner patrol lt. e.h. batt,. The factual index links this page to the vessels Ankh, Blue Bird, Boat, Emerald, Hebe, Newhaven and Seriola. Indexed surnames include Batt, Dover and Howson. The indexed activity is dated 29 May, 30 May, 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Dover and La Panne. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels, towed or assisted another craft, encountered mechanical trouble or damage and was exposed to enemy action. Additional factual points include boats grounding in the prevailing conditions and sea or weather conditions affecting the operation. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 316 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 316. The page concerns Falcon ii. The factual index links this page to the vessels Falcon, Falcon II, Newhaven and Valerie. Indexed surnames include Dover and Firth. The indexed activity is dated 1 June and 2 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dover. The page appears to record that the subject encountered mechanical trouble or damage. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 317 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 317. The page concerns Seal. The factual index links this page to the vessels Falcon, Falcon II, Newhaven and Valerie. Indexed surnames include Dover, Firth and Seal. The indexed activity is dated 1 June and 2 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dover. The page appears to record that the subject encountered mechanical trouble or damage. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 339 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 339. The page concerns Forecast. The factual index links this page to the vessels Drifter, Forecast and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Dover, Fieldgate, Graham and Holden. The indexed activity is dated 29 May, 30 May, 31 May, 2 June and 3 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject towed or assisted another craft and was associated with a service award or official recognition. Additional factual points include boats grounding in the prevailing conditions. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 340 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 340. The page concerns Foremost 22. The factual index links this page to the vessels Empire Henchman, Foremost 22, Leader, Maid of Orleans, Newhaven, St. Helier, Sun, Sun X and Sun XI. Indexed surnames include Dover, Fieldgate, Holden and Roads. The indexed activity is dated 29 May, 30 May, 31 May, 1 June, 2 June, 3 June and 4 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject towed or assisted another craft. Additional factual points include boats grounding in the prevailing conditions. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 353 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 353. The page concerns Fredanja. The factual index links this page to the vessels Amazone, Fredanja, Jaba and Newhaven. Indexed surnames include Ambrose, Day, Dover, Stewart and Willing. The indexed activity is dated 27 May, 28 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover and The Downs. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, encountered mechanical trouble or damage, was exposed to enemy action, operated in convoy or with other vessels and was associated with a service award or official recognition. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 400 and 450; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include bomb-related damage or water ingress. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 357 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 357. The page concerns Friso(1). The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Friso, Hebe, Hebe II, Newhaven, Progress and Sursum Corda. Indexed surnames include Day, Dover, King, Miles, Roads, Symons and West. The indexed activity is dated 26 May, 27 May, 28 May, 29 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Dover and Calais. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, towed or assisted another craft and was exposed to enemy action. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 354 and 648; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |
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| 368 | vol i |
Research summary for source page 368. The page concerns Gallion's reach. The factual index links this page to the vessels Foremost 101, Lady Southborough, Newhaven and Queen. Indexed surnames include Head, Johnstone and Mason. The indexed activity is dated 30 May, 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate and Margate. The page appears to record that the subject towed or assisted another craft and operated in convoy or with other vessels. The OCR indicates movements including arrival at or return to Ramsgate. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 123; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. This is an independently generated discovery note based on factual signals extracted from OCR, not a transcription or reproduction of the source wording; consult the original record before relying on it. |