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NMM / 940.542.1 1940 Orde vol iii

NMM 940.542.1 1940 Orde vol iii

NMM 940.542.1 1940 Orde vol iii
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NMM 940.542.1 1940 Orde vol iii

Volume III 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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940.542.1 1940 Orde vol iii

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Showing only pages tagged with the vessel name Queen. Tags are exact matches from this collection’s OCR tag index. Clear vessel filter ×

25 matching pages. Summaries are research aids and should be checked against the original records.

List page 1 of 1 Showing document pages 54–371 of this collection
PageVolume Research summaryFactual index tags
54 vol iii

Research summary for source page 54. The page concerns Sabre (h.18) 16th destroyer flotilla cdr. b. dean, r.n. (retd). The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Crested Eagle and Queen. Indexed surnames include Bush, Dean, Dover, Few, Howson, Miles, Otway-Ruthven and Wardrop. 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. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 100, 158, 800, 500 and 531; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include bomb-related damage or water ingress and boats grounding in the prevailing conditions. 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.

75 vol iii

Research summary for source page 75. The page concerns St. seiriol. The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Crested Eagle, Fenella, Progress, Queen and St. Seiriol. Indexed surnames include Dobb, Dover, Mackewn and Wales. The indexed activity is dated 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, was exposed to enemy action, operated in convoy or with other vessels, was associated with a service award or official recognition and did not complete, or was reported unwilling or unable to undertake, an intended passage. The OCR indicates movements including arrival at or return to Dunkirk. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 600 and 178; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel. 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.

89 vol iii

Research summary for source page 89. The page concerns Saltash (n.62). The factual index links this page to the vessels Clan Macalister, Colonial, Pioneer, Queen and Scotia. Indexed surnames include Fowke, Gaughan, Little and West. The indexed activity is dated 30 May, 31 May, 1 June and 2 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Margate and La Panne. 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 100 and 400; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel. 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.

92 vol iii

Research summary for source page 92. The page concerns Sandhil( (1). The factual index links this page to the vessels Queen, Sandhill and Sandown. Indexed surnames include Dover and Wilson. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. 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.

93 vol iii

Research summary for source page 93. The page concerns Sandown (j.20). The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Em, Princess, Princess Elizabeth, Progress, Queen and Sandown. Indexed surnames include Butler, Day, Dover and Greig. The indexed activity is dated 27 May, 28 May, 29 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover, Margate and La Panne. The page appears to record that the subject towed or assisted another craft, was exposed to enemy action and operated in convoy or with other vessels. The OCR indicates movements including departure from or passage towards La Panne. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 201, 800 and 860; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel. 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.

94 vol iii

Research summary for source page 94. The page concerns Sandown - continued.. The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Doria, Queen and Sandown. Indexed surnames include Dover and Greig. The indexed activity is dated 30 May, 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Ramsgate 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 was associated with a service award or official recognition. The OCR indicates movements including arrival at or return to Ramsgate. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 120 and 900; 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.

129 vol iii

Research summary for source page 129. The page concerns Seriola (continued). The factual index links this page to the vessels Anthony, Canvey Queen, Drifter, Marsayru, Naval Steam Pinnace, Noneta, Princess, Queen, Seriola, Shamrock and Tilly. Indexed surnames include Barrell, Godman, Maud, West and Wilson. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Southend. The page appears to record that the subject ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels, 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.

130 vol iii

Research summary for source page 130. The page concerns M/l. The factual index links this page to the vessels Anthony, Canvey Queen, Drifter, England, Princess, Princess Maud, Queen, Shamrock, Thames and Tilly. Indexed surnames include Barrell, Maud, Miles, West and Wilson. The indexed activity is dated 29 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Southend. The page appears to record that the subject ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels and towed or assisted another craft. The OCR indicates movements including departure from or passage towards Southend. Additional factual points include a vessel being lost following a collision, the recovery of the crew and 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.

146 vol iii

Research summary for source page 146. The page concerns Silver queen. The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Queen, Silver Queen and Triton. Indexed surnames include Dover and Sullivan. The indexed activity is dated 29 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover, Sheerness, Calais and La Panne. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels and operated in convoy or with other vessels. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 100; 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.

147 vol iii

Research summary for source page 147. The page concerns Silver queen. The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Queen, Silver Queen and Triton. Indexed surnames include Dover and Sullivan. The indexed activity is dated 29 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover, Sheerness, Calais and La Panne. The page appears to record that the subject transported or landed evacuated troops, ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels and operated in convoy or with other vessels. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 100; 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.

157 vol iii

Research summary for source page 157. The page concerns Skylark. The factual index links this page to the vessels Broke, Queen, Rika, Skylark, Southern Queen and Vrede. Indexed surnames include Dover, Miles, Roads, Stephens and Yeatman. The indexed activity is dated 31 May, 1 June and 2 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject 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. 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.

170 vol iii

Research summary for source page 170. The page concerns Southern queen. The factual index links this page to the vessels Broke, Halfway, Queen, Rika, Southern Queen, Sun, Sun X, Sun XI and Vrede. Indexed surnames include Dover, Mattos, Miles, Roads and West. The indexed activity is dated 1 June, 2 June and 3 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels and towed or assisted another craft. The OCR indicates movements including arrival at or return to Dover. 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.

171 vol iii

Research summary for source page 171. The page concerns Southern queen (p.l.17) m/l (c.h. harvey). The factual index links this page to the vessels Foremost 22, Hythe, Queen, Southern Queen and Worthing. Indexed surnames include Harvey. The indexed activity is dated 31 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel. 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.

198 vol iii

Research summary for source page 198. The page concerns Tug (w.h.j. alexander. The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Challenge, Contest, Crested Cock, Drifter, Fairplay I, Foremost 87, Holland, Paris, Queen, Skylark and Skylark III. Indexed surnames include Alexander, Dover, Fraser, Lukes, Stephens, Tilbury and West. The indexed activity is dated 30 May, 31 May, 1 June, 2 June and 3 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover and Tilbury. The page appears to record that the subject 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. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel and 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.

246 vol iii

Research summary for source page 246. The page concerns Tilbury contracting & dredging co. ltd.. The factual index links this page to the vessels Foremost 101, Foremost 102, Lady Southborough, Queen and Queensland. Indexed surnames include Barge and Tilbury. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Ramsgate and Tilbury. 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.

247 vol iii

Research summary for source page 247. The page concerns Skoot. The factual index links this page to the vessels Brandaris, Canterbury, Cruiser, Deal, Hondsrug, Jutland, Patria, Queen, Rian, Tilly, Twente and Worthing. Indexed surnames include Barwell, Clements, Holman, Miles and West. The indexed activity is dated 27 May, 28 May, 29 May and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Southend and The Downs. 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 departure from or passage towards Tilly. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 107 and 295; 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.

249 vol iii

Research summary for source page 249. The page concerns Skoot. The factual index links this page to the vessels Queen and Tiny. Indexed surnames include Day, Dover, Hay, Head, Hunter and Martin. The indexed activity is dated 27 May, 29 May, 31 May and 26 May. 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 and did not complete, or was reported unwilling or unable to undertake, an intended passage. The OCR indicates movements including departure from or passage towards Dunkirk. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 400, 300 and 261; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel. 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.

254 vol iii

Research summary for source page 254. The page concerns Triton. The factual index links this page to the vessels Beverley, Boat, Bounty, Caleta, Commodore, Cruiser, Mosquito, New Prince of Wales, Prince, Prince of Wales, Queen and Silver Queen. Indexed surnames include Dover, Irving, Prince and Wales. The indexed activity is dated 29 May, 30 May and 31 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover, Sheerness 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 2 people reported wounded and 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.

272 vol iii

Research summary for source page 272. The page concerns Vanquisher(. The factual index links this page to the vessels Ivanhoe, Maid of Orleans and Queen. Indexed surnames include Alers-Hankey, Bushell, Day, Dover, Hankey and Holkham. The indexed activity is dated 29 May, 30 May, 31 May and 1 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, was exposed to enemy action and operated in convoy or with other vessels. OCR-derived troop figures mentioned on the page include 250, 700 and 640; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel. 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.

317 vol iii

Research summary for source page 317. The page concerns Wave queen. The factual index links this page to the vessels Amazone, Broke, Enterprise, Excellent's, Foremost 102, Queen and Wave Queen. Indexed surnames include Kent and Martin. The indexed activity is dated 31 May and 1 June. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Ramsgate and Margate. The page appears to record that the subject ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels, towed or assisted another craft and operated in convoy or with other vessels. The OCR indicates movements including arrival at or return to Margate. 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.

336 vol iii

Research summary for source page 336. The page concerns Wild swan (d.62) 19th destroyer flotilla lt. cdr. j.l. young-. The factual index links this page to the vessels Canterbury, Gravelines, Maid of Orleans, Queen and Westward. Indexed surnames include Dover and Young. The indexed activity is dated 26 May and 27 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Dover and Calais. The OCR indicates movements including departure from or passage towards Dunkirk and departure from or passage towards Arrived. 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.

347 vol iii

Research summary for source page 347. The page concerns Wolfhound (d.56). The factual index links this page to the vessels Gravelines, Queen and Wolsey. Indexed surnames include Dover, McCoy and Tennant. The indexed activity is dated 27 May and 28 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. The page appears to record that the subject ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels, was exposed to enemy action, operated in convoy or with other vessels and was associated with a service award or official recognition. 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.

354 vol iii

Research summary for source page 354. The page concerns , the other that afthe p.m/s. brighba queen). The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Queen, Scotia and Skylark. Indexed surnames include Dover, Few, Miles, Roads and West. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk and Dover. 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 900; these figures may be approximate or affected by OCR error. Additional factual points include 140 people reported wounded and 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.

356 vol iii

Research summary for source page 356. The page concerns Worthing. The factual index links this page to the vessels Canterbury, Mallard, Queen and Worthing. Indexed surnames include Dover, Munton, Roads and Wilson. The indexed activity is dated 26 May, 27 May, 31 May, 2 June and 30 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Dover and The Downs. The page appears to record that the subject was exposed to enemy action and operated in convoy or with other vessels. Additional factual points include 300 people reported wounded and 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.

371 vol iii

Research summary for source page 371. The page concerns (ex-belgian) canal. The factual index links this page to the vessels Boat, Cordelia, Drifter, Queen, Sambre and Silver Queen. Indexed surnames include Atkin, Don, Dover and Thompson. The indexed activity is dated 29 May, 30 May and 28 May. Places identified in the OCR-derived metadata include Dunkirk, Ramsgate, Dover and Calais. The page appears to record that the subject ferried personnel between beaches and larger vessels, was exposed to enemy action, operated in convoy or with other vessels, was associated with a service award or official recognition and did not complete, or was reported unwilling or unable to undertake, an intended passage. The OCR indicates movements including departure from or passage towards Ramsgate. Additional factual points include the loss or sinking of a vessel and 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.