TNA ADM 199 792

operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel - List "A".
RATINGS
Victor Goes, Seaman, Belgian 8.8. "JULIA".
Prosper Luca, Seaman, Belgian Trawler 0.87.
trawler EDOUARD" 0.86 to Dunkirk. They made two
These "GEORGES men volunteered immediately to take the Belgian trips to Dunkirk and embarked 1007 troops, and had to wait in Dunkirk Harbour from 0800 to 2100 on the first trip.
They did everything possible to help in getting their ship away required. and had previously volunteered their services if
Recommended for decoration.
Hector Annys, Seaman, Belgian Trawler "GUIDO GAZELLE" 0.225.
Together with his Captain, Rene Lusyne, this seaman did the round trip to Dover, twice to Dunkirk, and returned finally to Dartmouth. He and his Skipper were the only crew onboard and brought back 403 troops to Dover. His courage and determination were of a high order.
Recommended for mention.
CIVILIAN PERSONNEL.
Mr. F. Gooding, in charge of Motor Boat "LADY CABLE".
(owned by Mr. C. W. Mott of Torquay)
Mr. F. Gooding and two Naval ratings proceeded to
Dunkirk and did 7 trips between the beach at Dunkirk and two transports, carrying about 560 men, after which 40 men were carried to Ramsgate by "LADY CABLE" herself. The seamanship displayed by Gooding was of a high order and his voluntary service had a direct bearing on the success of the operation.
Recommended for mention.

base 6801Val, considered The the Honours reports and of Awards the services Committee of certainrefully
Belgian Vessels in the Dunkirk and evacuation Awards the following Appointments as appropriate:-
To be Hon: Members of the Civil Division of the
Most Excellent Order of the British
Empire:
Captain Maurice Coppin, Master S.S. JULIA
Captain Rene Lusyne, Master Trawler
Captain Pierre Lusyne, Master
0.274
British Empire Medal:
Engineer Albert Rooman, Trawler COR JESU, 0.227
Seaman Prosper Luca, Trawler 0.87
Seaman Victor Goes, S.S. JULIA
Seaman Hector Annys, Trawler GUIDO GAZELLE, 0.225
Commendation:
x Mr. F. Gooding, Motor Boat LADY CABLE.
R.Gleadowe
R. GLEADOWE
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21.8.40
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approved by Foreign Office 21.2.41.
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16.9.41

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ADMIRALTY,
WHITEHALL, S.W.1.
17th September, 1940.
19
My dear Knox,
Belgian Assistance at Dunkirk etc.
The Masters and Crews of certain Belgian Trawlers did excellent work in conveying troops from Dunkirk and a
Boat "LADY CABLE" was also of great service.
For good services in this operation the First Lord has approved the submission of the names of
Captain Maurice Coppin, Master # S.S. JULIA,
Captain Réné Lusyne,
Trawler GUIDO GAZELLE, 0.225,
"
and Captain Pierre Lusyne,
"
MARECHAL FOCH, 0.274
to be Honourable Members of the Civil Division of the British
Empire Order;
of the names of
Engineer Albert Rooman, Trawler # Cor Jésu, 0.227,
Seaman Prosper Luca,
0.87,
Seaman Victor Goes,
"
S.S. JULIA, and Seaman Hector Annys,
GUIDO GAZELLE, 0.225
for the award of the Medal of the same Order;
and of the name of Mr. F. Gooding (an Englishman) of the
Motor Boat LADY CABLE, for Commendation.
It had been hoped to obtain inclusion of these names in the Comprehensive List gazetted for services at the Dunkirk
Beaches but the necessary details were not received in time.
A short account of the valuable and hazardous work performed by these Officers and Men is attached.
Yours sincerely,
Sir Robert Knox, K.C.V.O., D.S.O.
Treasury, S.W.1.
pertinacity of these volunteer Rescuers effected and the
The bravery, seamanship, high enthusiasm and saving of some 2,500 men of the Allied Troops are worth of the highest traditions of the sea.
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16.9.41
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1940.
- July 1940
7106/6374/372)
(Ref: EO. letter eldey ho: T7106/6374/372
Sir, of Dec. m
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The King has informally approved award of decorations and medals the of to the the Order officers of and the British men of the Empire
Belgian Merchant Navy, whose names,
HONOURS AND
together with details of their valuable services in connexion with the evacuation of Allied troops from
Dunkirk, are given in the annexed that, without revealing has been approached these proposals, and inform so as shother the awards be agreeable to
These Belgian Boats based on Dartmouth and manned with volunteers, braved every danger in transferring troops from Dunkirk. The "JULIA" embarked 1007, the
"GUIDO GAZELLE" 403. the "COR JESU" 274. The last named boat made one trip, the others two.
The "MARECHAL FOCH" went alongside the quay at
Dunkirk but on a falling tide the weight of the soldiers jumping on board grounded her. The Master and his one assistant returned to Dover in another trawler and went back again the next day, embarked 300 men in the
"MARECHAL FOCH" and set out for England. Off the Goodwin
Light the vessel was run down by a Warship, which took on board these two brave Belgians and some 150 of the troops.
Mr. Gooding of the Torquay Motor Boat "LADY CABLE" -
with two Naval Ratings,- carried some 560 men in seven trips between Dunkirk beach and two transports. His seamanship was of a high order and his voluntary service of great value.
The bravery, seamanship, high enthusiasm and pertinacity of these volunteer Rescuers effected the saving of some 2,500 men of the Allied Troops and are worth of the highest traditions of the sea.
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29685/40.
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1940.
DATE
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Belgian Merchant Navy, whose names,
HONOURS AND
together with details of their valuable services in connexion with the evacuation of Allied troops from
Dunkirk, are given in the annexed statement.
2. I request that, without revealing get His Majesty has been approached is connexion with these proposals, you will ascertain and inform me as
NOTATION ONLY
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OPERATION DYNAMO
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LIST OF SHIPS WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940.
E, 1940
LIST OF SHIPS WHICH TOOK PART
IN OPERATION
"DYNAMO"
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Pages 1 to 7
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HICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940.
WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS.
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PS WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940.
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS (continued)
SWEEPING CRAFT.
ARIA
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ROYAL EAGLE
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M.T.B. 102
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OF SHIPS WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS (continued)
PORTSMOUTH A/P YACHTS
AHOLA
CARYANDA
NONETA
ANLAH
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SERIOLA
ANKH
LAHLOO
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BOUNTY
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Vessel)
-
A.L.C. 16
# GRIVE (F.A.A. Yacht)
A.L.C. 17
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(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
# AMULREE (Harbour Defence
LLANTHONY (Examination
Patrol Craft)
Service Vessel)
ARONIA (Yacht)
LORMONT (Armed Boarding
BEN AND LUCY (Drifter)
Vessel)
BLUEBIRD (M.B.)
MONARDA (Drifter)
BYSTANDER
MONA'S ISLE (Armed Boarding
(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
CALETA (Harbour Defence
ST. OLAVES (Rescue Tug)
Patrol Craft)
TARRET (A/S Yacht)
CHRYSTOBEL II (Harbour
THRIFTY (Drifter)
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"DOLPHIN'S" MOTOR-BOAT
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WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYN/MO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940.
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS (continued)
NEL AND HOSPITAL SHIPS
RCHANGEL
MANXMAN
UTOCARRIER
MONA'S QUEEN
EN-MY-CREE
NEWHAVEN
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NEPHRITE (Store Ship)
ANTERBURY
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NORMANIA
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PRINCESS MAUD
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SLE OF THANET (Hospital)
ROYAL SOVEREIGN
ILLARNEY
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ING GEORGE V
ST. DAVID (Hospital)
ADY OF MAN
ST. HELIER
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ST. JULIAN
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ST. SEIRIOL
LORINA
#
SCOTIA
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TYNWALD
MALINES
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MANXMAID
WHITSTABLE
BRITISH SHIPS
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AGNESS CROSS (Life-boat)
BOURNEMOUTH LIFE-BOAT
ALBATROSS III
B.P. ONE
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BATL
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COMMODORE
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ICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO". - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS (continued)
TTISH SHIPS (continued)
GER BANK
HANDY BILLY
TA (Tug)
HASTINGS LIFE-BOAT
ADNOUGHT II
HOLLAND
ADNOUGHT III
HOPPER 26
HESS OF YORK
HOUND (Lighter)
RF
HYTHE (Coaster)
1 )
IOLANTHE
4
IOTE
7 (Harbour
IRMA MARIA (Fishing boat)
9
Launches)
JABA
6
JACINTA (Trawler)
C. 715
JAMES 67 (Hopper Barge)
G. 694
JANIS
G. 950
JOHANNA (Eel Boat)
STBOURNE LIFE-BOAT
JONG
WARD NISSEN
JORDAN
WINA (Trawler)
KAYELL
IZABETH QUEEN
KESTREL
M.E.D. (Motor Life-boat)
KINGSGATE
PRESS
KITCAT (M.B.)
PRISE (Harbour Launch)
K.L.
DEAVOUR
LADY BRASSEY (Rescue Tug)
TERPRISE (M.B.)
LADY CABLE (M.B.)
ICA
LADY SHEILA
SKBURN
LADY SOUTHBOROUGH
AIR BREEZE (Drifter)
(Hopper Barge)
AWLEY (Gosport Ferry)
LANDANIA
ERRY KING (Gosport Ferry)
L/NSDOWNE
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LAROC
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LETITIA (Smack)
OREMOST 2 (Hopper Barge)
LITTLE ANN (M.B.)
OREMOST 87 (Tug)
LOTUS
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LOUISIANA
ORSA
MADAM SANSGENE
OSSA (Tug)
MAID ERRANT
RIGHTENED LADY
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MA JOIE
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MARASOLE
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MARGERITA
LENWAY (Barge)
MARLBOROUGH (W.D. Craft)
LITTER II
MARQUIS (Tug)
OLIATH
MARY ROSE
GOURKA
MARY SPEARING I
GRACE DARLING
MARY SPEARING II
GRAPPLER (Lighter)
MASSEY SHAW (Fire Float)
GREATER LONDON LIFE-BOAT
MAYSPEAR
GONDIA (Tug)
MEANDER
H. 75
MERMAIDEN (M.L.)
HAIG HALFWAY (W.D. Craft)
M.F.H. (Lighter)
MICHAEL STEVENS
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Page 2.
CONFIDENTIAL.
FROM. SECRETARY TO FLAG OFFICER COMMANDING DOVER.
Gar
DATE. 13th July, 1940.
NO. B14/0/1295/40. ).S.O., ation
TO
C.W. BRANCH, ADMIRALTY (Mr. Gleadowe)
ade
DYNAMO - RECOMMENDATIONS.
With reference to Dover Despatch No.A.14/0/1015/40
of 5/7/40, page 77, the Commanding Officer of H.M.S.
"Mosquito" has reported that a mistake was made in the name of the Stoker Petty Officer mentioned.
Delete James Salter C/K 65722 ( who was killed)
and substitute Stoker Petty Officer William Edward White
C/K 64353.
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CODRINGTON.
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Captain
H.M.S.
in 7/6/40). for
Durino the period 28th Most 2nd Tuma CODERNATION made
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M.S. ANTHONY - Lieutenant Commander Norman Vivian Thew, R.N.
This ship completed 5 trips, doing very quick turn rounds and bringing back just on 3,000 troops from the h
beaches and Dunkirk. Large number of attacks from the air, but avoiding action was taken and no bombs hit the ship, although there were several near misses putting ing all compass, wireless and steering gear out of action and causing abnormal vibrations in the turbines.
Recommendations.
OFFICERS.
th
X Lieutenant Commander Norman Vivian Thew, R.N.
Had been on the sick list and came back to the ship before being passed fit, and during the operation had to have 24 hours stand off. Whilst in the ship,
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showed great initiative and determination in face of a number of bombing attacks, and by his able seamanship prevented ship from being severely damaged.
Recommended for mention.
Lieutenant Ronald de Leighton Brook, R.N.
Was First Lieutenant of the ship, and during trips to Dunkirk was in command. During that period, took off 1,160 troops from the beaches. Throughout this
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time he showed great initiative and determination. He also showed great seamanlike qualities in getting ied troops off the beaches and proceeding into Dunkirk
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during a very difficult period, due to wrecks and bombing attacks.
Recommended for mention and appointment in command.
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CODRINGTON.
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Captain
H.M.S.
in home a 6175 troops.
7 trips total of about being to the beaches, CODRINGTON and brought
During to Dunkirk, the period 5 28th May - 3rd June made
CODRINGTON several was not under hit gun fire from shore batteries, and
Although occasions several times attacked by aircraft on and suffered no damage.
Recommendations.
OFFICERS:
Lieutenant Arthur Alan Whitshed Pollard, R.N.
In charge of CODRINGTON's beach parties
D.S.C
Performed this duty, often under fire and in trying occasion of embarking troops from La Panne and on Bray. each and difficult circumstances, with great skill, setting an excellent example to his men.
Recommended for decoration.
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Lieutenant-Commander Peter Charles Oswald Moseley, R.N.
Carried out his duties as Navigating Officer with
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conspicuous skill and ability under conditions of exceptional difficulty.
Recommended for mention.
Lieutenant-Commander Hugh Charles Bainbridge Coleridge, D.S.O.,
R.N.
As executive officer of the ship organised and led the ship's company throughout the period. He
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showed an excellent example of continuous cheerful leadership.
Recommended for mention.
Mr. Bernard Evelyn Chitty, Commissioned Gunner (T), R.N.
Displayed excellent seamanship and leadership in
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charge of boats evacuating troops from La Panne and
Bray beaches often under fire. This was often carried
JD.S.C
out under adverse weather conditions calling for skill and endurance.
Recommended for decoration.
RATINGS:
arduous The services under fire and under trying physical
Beach parties and boats' crews performed conditions. efficiency of the A/A guns' crews prevented attacks.
the ship The being damaged in the numerous air was
The conduct and the good spirit the living which of the whole ship's company with excellent throughout, accepted the filling of all not to all concerned troops, with consequent litter, his heat. at. all say spaces dirt, was with remarkable. Everyone

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H.M.S. CODRINGTON (continued).
times and when the only continuous time when spirits and energy the efficiency. everyone. A rest quickly restored greatly flag vitality was of lack of sleep had began reduced to
The following ratings are recommended for decoration.
BEACH PARTY.
Leading Seaman William Frederick Lionel Perry, D/JX.136417.
Able Seaman Leonard William Crausaz, D/SSX.23384.
Able Seaman Henry Bernard Robert Burns Butcher, D/JX.145695.
Able Seaman Thomas George Stanyer, D/J.106344.
Seaman William Beer, R.N.R., X.20873.
Able Seaman Richard Philip Smith, R.N.V.R., MD/X.1950.
Ordinary Seaman Ronald Leslie Buck, R.N.V.R., BDH.1739.
Signalman Leslie David Ball, R.N.V.R., LD5/X.3548.
BOATS' CREWS:
Leading Seaman Archibald Sandison, D/JX.139163.
Leading Seaman Douglas Nicholas, D/JX.137869.
Leading Stoker Albert Loomes, D/KX.81236.
Seaman John Tyreman, R.N.R., X.19797A.
Able Seaman Wilfred Edward Green, D/SSX.19925.
Able Seaman Ethelbert Jack Jarvis, D/J.44078.
Able Seaman Harry Murrell, D/J.109760.
Able Seaman William Rogan, D/X.18788A.
Able Seaman Arthur Savage, D/SSX.10494.
Able Seaman Samuel John Williams, D/J.100798.
Able Seaman Frank Willcox, D/SSX.16241.
Able Seaman Quentin Eugene Kelly Merriless, D/J.43113.
LEWIS GUNNERS:
Able Seaman Henry Claud Curtis, D/J.90128.
Able Seaman John McDonald, D/J.78860.
POM-POM:
Leading Seaman Reginald Charles Wilson, D/JX.136600.
Able Seaman John Higgons, D/SSX.20441.
outstanding energy and cheerful performance of duty
The following ratings have been selected for and example throughout the period:
Chief Petty Officer Signals Telegraphist Reginald Thomas D/J.82044. Arnold,
Chief Yeoman of Edgar Bailey Creech, D/J.88760.
Chief Petty Officer Marshall Howard Hodges, D/J.101930.
Supply Petty Officer Arnold Jenkin Lewis, D/MX.46380.
C.E.R.A. Bernard Harold Duckworth, Haddy, D/MX.59963 (Late D/M.14514).
Mr. John Canteen Manager, N.A.A.F.I.
Recommended for mention.

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M.S. ESK - Lieutenant-Commander Richard John Hullis Couch, R.N.
period ESK 28th made May 6 On trips, - 3rd June, 3 being and to brought Bray beach, to during the
4500 shell troops. fire the 31st she Dover about by use the oil attacks beach, fuel of speed on tank passage and being being back to She Dover, was also but move places subjected avoided westward and damage was to having forced, bombing along one the avoided damage off zig-zagging. the On the 1st June she by
20 knots and when entrance to Dunkirk by again
SCOTIA she drove attacked later whilst taking circling at
S.S. 'X' guns. off two bombers by the fire survivors of 'B' off and
Recommendations.
OFFICERS:
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Lieutenant-Commander Richard John Hullis Couch, R.N.
D.S.C.
For judicious handling of his ship during air attack and whilst rescuing about 4500 troops from
Dunkirk and the beaches.
Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant Clifford Woodreiff Carter, R.N.
For outstanding ability, devotion to duty and
D.S.C.
bravery in saving life when embarking troops from
S.S. SCOTIA during a bombing attack. His personal courage on several occasions was a fine example.
Recommended for decoration.
Sub. -Lieutenant Wilfrith Francis Chamberlain Elstob. R.N.
For devotion to duty and great efficiency as
Navigating Officer in most trying circumstances and
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under fire.
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS:
Acting Leading Seaman Mansell Richard Powell, P/SSX.15191.
Acting Leading Seaman Alfred Solen, P/JX. 141699.
For initiative and ability as gunlayers of "B'
and 'X' guns in driving off bombing attacks.
Recommended for mention.
Petty Officer Alec George Adam, P/JX. 131408.
Acting Leading Hyacinth Seaman Gordon Simons McAully, P/J. 134308. 102728.
Acting Leading Arthur Saunders, P/J.
Acting Leading Seaman John Thomas Cody, 105542.
Seaman resource and saving life SCOTIA when rescuing For wounded initiative, and other troops from 8.8.
while being bombed.
Recommended for mention.

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H.M.S. ESK (continued).
having coolness and efficiency in
The acted following with ratings are particularly noted as various in action departments or not - throughout the operation whether their
Chief Petty Officer Bertie Featherstone. P/J.55642.
Chief E.R.A. Alfred Thomas Sidey, P/M.31294.
Acting Yeoman of Signals William Frederick Sear, P/JX. 129492,
Leading Stoker Thomas William Pickersgill, P/KX.76937.
Sick Berth Attendant Edward Welch.
Recommended for mention.

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M.S. EXPRESS - Captain Jack Grant Bickford, D.S.C., R.N.
pier, two of about 3,500
EXPRESS bringing made home 6 trips, a total 2 to the beaches and 4 to Dunkirk by she destroyed several occasions. In the bombardment first bomb experiencing shore batteries heavy on dive bombing attacks troops, and attack one aircraft and damaged another.
Recommendations.
FFICERS.
Captain Jack Grant Bickford, D.S.C., R.N.
S.O
S.O
troops, often under fire.
For efficient handling of his ship in embarking
Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant David Hugh Maitland-Makgill-Crichton. R.N.
N
D.S.C.
D.S.C
An exceptionally able officer whose attention in promoting the efficiency of the ship's company in the performance of their seamanlike and action duties, was fully proved by the highly satisfactory manner in which the ship embarked approximately 3,500 troops and was fought when attacked by aircraft and shore batteries.
Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant Commander Denis Worth Deane, R.N.
As Navigating Officer carried out his duties most ably, frequently under fire and was of the greatest assistance in keeping the ship's reckoning under most difficult conditions and in charting the routes and ever-increasing number of wrecks.
Recommended for mention.
Mr. Richard James Archy Baker, Gunner (T).
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As officer of the quarters aft efficiently directed the fire of his quarters independently and displayed initiative in action.
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS.
Able Seaman Frank Stroud, P/SSX.15110.
D.S.M
D.S.M
Gunlayer of starboard 0.5 machine gun whose good aircraft. He displayed initiative in an exposed shooting probably damaged or brought down an enemy position.
Recommended for deceration.

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I.M.S. EXPRESS (Continued).
Acting Leading Seaman John Mountain, P/JX.142948.
X
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exposed position to keep his guns firing.
initiative quarters and worked hard in the
In charge at of his the 0.5 armament. Has shown great
Recommended for decoration.
Chief Petty Officer Maurice William Crisp, P/J. 100655.
As Chief Boatswain's Mate was most active in organising work in embarking troops and a most was engaged.
inspiring influence between decks while the ship
Recommended for decoration.
Ordinary Seaman Gerald Arthur Douglas Rooke, R.N.V.R. SD/X.1581.
D.S.M
As one of the boat's crew stuck to his job without
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relief and displayed fortitude and lack of thought for himself in embarking troops from the beach.
Recommended for decoration.
Able Seaman Edwin Cecil Holloway, P/J.98570.
As gunlayer of "B" gun exercised initiative and
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worked hard to produce a high state of efficiency at his gun of which he was in charge.
Recommended for mention.
Petty Officer Steward (Pens.) Arthur Victor Read, P/L.1816.
Sick Berth Attendant John Yeoman, R.N.A.S.B.R. X.7093.
Francis Montague Davis, Canteen Manager, NAAFI.
Were most active in assisting the Medical Officer with casualties, and untiring in their efforts in rendering first aid in difficult circumstances.
Recommended for mention.
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Engineroom Artificer 1st Class, James Barton, R.N.R. Portsmouth
32 E E.
D.S.M
D.S.M.
A most excellent example to all in the engineroom preserving a cheerful and imperturbable influence in his department.
Recommended for decoration.

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M.S.
GRAFTON
- Commander (Killed Cecil E. C. Robinson, R.N.
when ship was torpedoed).
May, Bray beach. Dover 1100/28 after which she of 27th
GRAFTON landing embarked them at 277 troops during the night to board, Leaving she Bray just after midnight returned 850
M.T.B. from a sunken ship. lying stopped picking up survivors by a troops on at 0250, while was hit by 2 torpedoes fired with was blown and the ship's back appeared to be broken.
The stern off of the ship abaft the after magazine bulkhead all the ship's company that could be spared. The remainder sea, the troops were transferred to S.S. MALINES and then
An hour later, the ship rolling heavily in a rising transferred sinking. later to IVANHOE when GRAFTON was slowly
Recommendations.
FICER.
Surgeon-Lieutenant Joseph Wishart Shield, M.B., B.Ch. R.N.V.R.
Worked indefatigably among the many wounded and with complete disregard for his own safety, visited damaged compartments in the stern searching for wounded before he could possibly have known that the ship would not sink at once.
C.,,D,S.C.
Recommended for decoration.

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H.M.S. GRENADE of Commander Richard C. Boyle, R.N.
Lost heavy as a air result of damage from four during attack on her second trip large to Dunkirk. bombs
Recommendations,
OFFICERS
Mr. Reginald William Clare, Gunner (T) R.N.
C D,S.C.
and complete control of after end of ship when taking
Acted with great coolness and courage, moment sinking. Closed and flooded magazine at burning correct gallantry under fire.
thereby minimising disaster. Example of
Recommended for decoration.
Mr. Reginald James Crew B.Sc., Schoolmaster, R.N.
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Displayed conspicuous coolness and devotion to duty during and after the disaster.
Saved a number of lives by rescuing ratings in distress in the oil covered water, landing with a party of survivors in Dunkirk. Took charge and eventually navigated an old motor boat back to
England.
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS.
Patty Officer Harold Richard Emery C/JE 144399.
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Petty Officer Samuel Bennion. C/JX.102723.
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These two Petty Officers ably backed up Mr.Crew,
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displaying marked initiative and coolness.
Recommended for mention.
Leading Stoker Frederick Staples, C/KX.84191.
D.S.M.
Acted as right hand man to Mr. Clare, taking charge of younger stokers, by calm bearing dispelling any tendancy to panic.
Assiduous in his attention to wounded, both in
GRENADE and later in the trawler which rescued survivors.
Recommended for decoration.

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H.M.S. GREYHOUND - Commander Walter Roger Marshall-A'Deane.R.N.
Dunkirk from wounded. On the about 1,200 men in England, and 1 to
GREYHOUND pier, made landing 3 trips, 2 to the beaches from misses an attack was made by bombers troops
La Panne beach, 3rd trip, whilst embarking apart room, GREYHOUND killing 20 and wounding 70.
2 near splinters damaged the engine room and No.3 boiler and leaving to to continue ferrying troops from her boats withdrew to Dover to land the wounded, shore ship, often under fire and bombing.
Recommendations.
OFFICER.
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Commander Walter Roger Marshall-A'Deane, R.N.
tr8ops from La Panne beach and Dunkirk.
For efficient handling of his ship when evacuating
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS.
Leading Seaman A. W. Saunders, P/SSX.15620 and
Leading Seaman S. H. Setterfield, P/J.102005.
Evacuating troops from La Panne beach in difficult conditions and under fire, displaying ability and great endurance.
Recommended for mention.
Stoker Petty Officer E. Teichert, P/K. 59694.
In charge of No.3 boiler room, showed initiative in quickly shutting down the boiler and keeping a fan running, thus enabling the extent of damage to be discovered, when the whole ship was shaking from bomb explosions and splinters had caused damage in his boiler room.
Recommended for mention.

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M.S. HARVESTER - Lieutenant Commander Mark Thornton, R.N.
After was only sent 21/2 days to
HARVESTER the coast. On the last 3 commissioning, full June. Her A.A. intensive air attack early on to weight of the of these she experienced the
1st in the destruction gunnery was most effective, and the
The ship handled throughout. Her inshore boat shared was well of at least 3 enemy aircraft. she work was excellent.
Recommendations.
OFFICERS.
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Lieutenant Commander Mark Thornton, R.N.
Displayed exceptional initiative and sound judgment. Handled his ship with great coolness under fire.
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Recommended for mention.
X
Mr. William George Alfred Robinson, Gunner (T).
In charge of HARVEST R'S boats working inshore.
Was especially noted by the senior officers of the beach parties for cool and gallant work. Set an admirable example.
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Recommended for mention.
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H.M.S. HAVANT - Lieutenant Commander Anthony Frank Burnell-Nugent
D.S.C., R.N
first trip, while alongside home 1,500 troops in all. On the the
HAVANT 2 trips made she 3 brought trips including 2 to the beaches.
3rd embark during an intense Dunkirk pier waiting for On assistance. off offall the troops (about to
IVANHOE Having amidships taken and on fire so steamed out she saw her to struck aerial bombardment, troops including subjected many wounded) to HAVAN proceeded for Dover, 500
bombing bombs in the from hore batteries. She level soon and bombardment intense di bombing, high and low but wa by 2 which fell engineroom, and then a large delay was action hit bomb, about 50 yards ahead of ship, exploded right underneath her.
Further bombing caused more underwater damage and
HAVANT finally rolled over and sank after the troops and crew had transferred to AEGIR
Recommendations.
OFFICER.
Lieutenant Commander Anthony Frank Burnell-Nugent, D.S.C., R.N.
Evacuated troops from the beaches and from Dunkirk during heavy bombardment. When his ship had been heavily damaged by bombs, made every endeavour to save her when still subject to intense aerial attack, though without success.
D.S.C,
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS.
Chief Stoker M. Gallon, P/K. 59221.
ing ered
The Engineer Officer and 2 E.R.A.s having been killci and all the other E.R.A.S having been wounded, this rating became in charge of the engineroom department.
He showed great initiative and resource by letting the steam out of the boilers at a critical time, thereby saving the ship from running on to a sandbank opposite
Dunkirk. He subsequently showed great calmness and presence of mind in doing all he could to save the ship and to keep the Captain informed of the state of affairs
DSM D.S.M.
below. He was the last rating to leave the ship.
Recommended for decoration.
Sick Berth Attendant A. Keller D/X.6785.
When faced with a large number of wounded under heavy fire, carried out his duties with the utmost calm,
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deliberation and efficiency.
P.S.M.M
Recommended for mention.
Petty Officer Steward J. Lysaght, D/L.13388.
IDSM
This rating showed great initiative and resource in getting wounded men from HAVANT to AEGIR. He took charge well and set a fine example.
Recommended for decoration.

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S. ICARUS - Lieutenant-Commander Colin Douglas Maud, R.N.
ICARUS bringing made home 6 trips about during the period 29th -
June, beaches, during the 5,000 troops. 2 trips May 2nd the attacks on ship and first of which there were were to separate attacks. was subjected to heavy air air trips the harbour beaches. While in Dunkirk frequent on two
Whilst which returning to Dover on the 29th and in a channel least 10 aircraft prevented zig-zagging, ICARUS was attacked crowded by bomber. attacks failed due to the use of smoke and at All and later by one persistent low level violent and well-judged alterations of speed. Similar avoiding action on the 31st May foiled another bomb attack.
Recommendations.
FFICERS:
D.S.C.
X
Lieutenant-Commander Colin Douglas Maud, R.N.
D.S.R.
ic
Displayed initiative during the operations and by the skilful handling of his ship in crowded waters during heavy air attacks avoided damage.
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Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant-Commander Edward Gregson Roper, R.N., Executive Officer.
D.S.C.
Who, by his example of coolness and unfailing cheerfulness under fire, kept the ship's company in
Dsc good heart and also by his good organisation ensured rapid embarkation of troops from beaches and Dunkirk pier.
Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant Derek Peel Willan, R.N.
Showed great coolness and bravery during the
DSC
periodical air attacks on the 29th May whilst in charge of the boats ferrying troops from Bray beach.
Recommended for decoration.
RATINGS:
Chief Petty Officer Reginald Frank Tupper, P/J.94060.
C.E.R.A.2 Lionel Edwin Miles, P/M.22015.
Chief Stoker Horace Frederick Goddard, P/K.56856.
Chief Petty Officer Telegraphist Frank Harfield, P/J.96718.
Petty Officer William Frederick Tibbles, P/J.108799.
Acting Yeoman Joseph of Signals William George Giddings, P/JX.136912.
These untiring energy and cheerfulness while ratings (heads of departments) by their in example action and of throughout the operation, kept the thereby spirits maintaining the high standard of efficiency of of their subordinates at a very high level, their departments.
Recommended for decoration.

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ICARUS (continued)
Petty Officer Cook Frederick Albert Day, P/M.38606.
Displayed marked attention to duty by his almost continual presence in the galley for three days and
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nights, providing food and hot drinks for the ship's company and the evacuated soldiers.
Recommended for mention.
Able Seaman Albert Thomas Williams, P/JX. 154589.
Able Seaman Eric Richard Ponton, P/SSX. 14194.
Displayed marked zeal and energy by remaining in charge of their boats from 2130 until 0700 on the night of Thursday, 30th May, in spite of the fact that relief coxswains were detailed to assist them.
Recommended for mention.
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.M.S. IVANHOE. - Commander Philip Henry Hadow. R.N.
when bringing Made returning home 1 trip a to total to Dover Dunkirk of about beach 2,900 and troops. 2 to Dunkirk pier, subjected to heavy level with 1,000 troops on board On 1st June of IVANHOE casualties and of flooded. aircraft, further one Off Amongst received bomb Dunkirk attacks The 26 but exploded other killed ship dive considerable all damage, by eventually these and near bombing a large bombing 30 Nos. attacks the wounded. number damage attacks reached base 1 attacks and were of from 2 developed Sheerness the Boiler avoided. by 2 foremost near a large Rooms and misses in she spite funnel number becam was use the enemy. floats to simulate hits appears to have The misle two occasions, of smoke though her speed was only of level 7 knots. bombers on
Recommendations.
OFFICERS:
Commander Philip Henry Hadow, R.N.
Handled his ship with skill during evacuation from Dunkirk and the beaches, and skilfully brought her home when severely damaged by bombing in spite of subsequent heavy bombing attacks by large numbers of aircraft.
Recommended for mention.
Lieutenant (E) Andrew Cormack Mahony, R.N.
By his coolness and energy set a fine example
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to his department when dealing with the damage below after the ship had been bombed. He rapidly assessed the damage, and by his efforts succeeded in getting way on the ship in the shortest possible time.
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS:
Sick Berth Attendant Eric James Littlewood Gibson, MX. 56025.
Displayed outstanding zeal and energy throughout.
Without the assistance of any Medical Officer he dealt most efficiently and untiringly with the wounded, many of whom were badly maimed and some of whom he extricated unaided from a pile of corpses and debris.
Recommended for mention.
Chief E.R.A. Richard Edward Cox, C/M.34441.
Showed great zeal and energy throughout and by a cool appreciation of the situation was largely responsible for getting steam on the main engines after the ship had been damaged by bombing.
Chief/

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IVANHOE (continued).
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Chief Stoker Henry Joseph Prendergast. C/R. 62741.
Displayed untiring efforts in attempts to assess the damage caused by bombing. Made repeated attempts
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to enter No.2 Boiler Room, but was unable to do so or account of escaping stemm and was finally dissuaded from repeating the attempts.
Recommended for mention.
Able Seaman James Pearce Clare, R.F.R., C/J.99666.
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This rating after the explosion and during the subsequent bombing attacks was largely responsible
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S. JAGUAR - Lieutenant Commander John Franklin William Hine R.N.
and attacked by dive home. On the 29th May,
JAGUAR 700 troops made were one brought trip to Dunkirk beach on the 28th was the attackers were bombers while on passage May, to JAGUAR
but troops, JAGUAR left driven off by A/A fire. Having Dunkirk, embark 1
Naval taking station provide cover for transport LOCH Senior
800 Officer, to Dunkirk by order of the
Whilst allowing ahead of this 12 knot transport, GARRY. and bombing to and developed, A near miss caused considerable in waters attacks little freedom of manoeuvre, 14 dive damage out ship of personnel, the engines and steering gear were put action and Nos.1 and 2 boiler rooms and low-power rooms were flooding. Troops were transferred to
EXPRESS and RIKA, but eventually steam was raised and
JAGUAR was able to reach Dover.
Recommendations.
FFICERS.
Lieutenant Francis Bruen, R.N.
Gunnery Control Officer in the director where he was wounded in the hand during the bombing attack.
Assisted the First Lieutenant on the forecastle when being taken in tow, returning to the director when
D.S.C.
guns were again in action.
D.S.C.
On return to Dover,a Sub. Lieutenant or other officer was required by Vice Admiral, Dover, for service in a
Dutch skoot. Lieutenant Bruen insisted on volunteering, despite his wound, and while in the skoot evacuated troops from a beach under fire, afterwards being discharged to hospital owing to his wound.
Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant (E) Cyril Rothwell, R.N.
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Was continuously employed for 34 hours locating and ore correcting damage to hull and steam and fuel pipes until he finally succeeded in raising steam. He continued to supervise temporary repairs until return to harbour.
His efficiency in achieving this feat reflects great credit on himself and his department.
Recommended for promotion, or advancement in seniority.
RATINGS.
George Albert Furzer, Boy 1st Class, D/JX. 158564
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S. JAGUAR (Continued).
Ordinary Seaman Noel Edward Holmes Berry, D/JX.158456.
and Though leadership only in 18 taking years of charge age, of showed great initiative
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lower against mess the deck, ship's instructing them to soldiers place on after a fire. side and afterwards extinguishing hammocks
Recommended for mention.
Able Seaman Harold Alfred Keeling, D/SSX.17807.
D.S.M. port bomb 0.5 splinters. machine gun in spite of a continuous fight hail the of
Though wounded in the jaw, continued to
Recommended for decoration.
Acting Stoker Petty Officer James William Carr, D/K.63042.
In charge of No.2 Boiler Room when bomb damage caused the boiler room to rapidly fill with steam and
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D.S.M.
put out all lights. Carr, although wounded, remained at his post until he had shut off all valves necessary to isolate the boiler, afterwards making attempts in protective clothing and wet towels, to enter the boiler room and locate damage.
Recommended for decoration.
Stoker Petty Officer John McCarthy, D/K. 65035.
Though wounded in the hand and face, showed great zeal and devotion to duty in locating and repairing damage.
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Lance Corporal - Chapman, 6208138, 1/8th Middlesex Regiment.
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Displayed great initiative, leadership and power
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of command in controlling an attempted rush of troops to the upper deck during a heavy bombing attack on
H.M.S. JAGUAR on the 29th May off Dunkirk.
Recommended for mention.
The following ratings formed part of the boats'
crews engaged in ferrying troops from Bray beach to various ships, and were so employed continuously for from 14 to 16 hours without food, wet through and subjected to frequent bombing attacks. Commanding boats was exemplary and reflects credit on all concerned.'
Officer JAVELIN reported that 'the conduct of JAGUAR'S
They are recommended for mention.
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JAGUAR (Continued).
ble etty Seaman Officer Wilfred Gunner's Ernest Mate Sketckell, Frederick ble Seaman James Kidd, R.F.R., D/SSX.13321.
cting Leading cting Leading Seaman Seaman William
Leading Seaman Georges
Able Seaman John
Able Seaman
Able Seaman Raymond
Able Seaman Thomas Victor Cullum, R.N.R., D/X.19224A.
Able Seaman Richard Henry Poole, R.F.R., D/B.15446.
stoker 1st Class, Jack Chadwick, D/KX.81834.
Able Seaman Bertie Richard Culley, D/JX.130278.
Able Seaman Hubert Graham Davies, D/SSX.19465.
Able Seaman John Lawrence Joyce, D/SSX.20230.
Able Seaman Edward Henry Inglett, D/JX.156508.
Able Seaman Frank Henry Hopwood, D/SSX.18782.
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M.S. KEITH - Captain Edward Lyon Berthon, D.S.C., R.N.
sailed for Dunkirk at 1732/30/5 when she took off about
After completing a short refit at Chatham the KEITH
1400 troops, these being disembarked at Dover.
0305/31/5 she again sailed for Dunkirk where she At acted flagship of the Rear-Admiral, Dover, in charge of all sea as forces on the coast.
at about 0940/1/6 she was patrolling along the French and
From the time of her arrival until she finally sank
Belgian coasts during which time she was almost continually opening fire on enemy aircraft, two of which were shot down.
It is to be noted that the 3" H.A. gun was found to be most effective in warding off the attackers and that all 3"
ammunition was expended before the arrival of the final attacks which sank the ship.
It is evident that few if any ships had to face more severe bombing attacks and that during the whole time the conduct of the ships company was exemplary.
On the afternoon of 31st May, the ship survived both dive and high level bombing attacks and early the next day was subjected to machine gun attack followed by an intensive
Sive bombing attack. A second powerful dive bombing attack followed as a result of which the ship was lost.
Further bombing and machine gun attacks took place while the ship was being abandoned. Many survivors went to the
Tug St. Abbs, which after escaping one dive bombing attack, was sunk in a further attack; many of "Keith's" survivors being lost in her.
Apart from the names given below, there were many incidents of gallant conduct by men who were lost either in
"Keith" or after they had left the ship. 3 officers and
33 men in all were lost.
RECOMMENDATIONS, or
OFFICERS:
Captain Edward Lyon Berthon, D.S.C., R.N.
The Rear-Admiral reports: "Under shell fire and bomb attacks Captain Berthon handled his ship with great coolness and judgment, and met all the calls put upon him and his ship".
Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant Charles Paynder Adams, R.N.
By his personal example in action maintained a when hig subjected to heavy bombing attacks. Later organised 65. the state of discipline and fighting spirit in the ship return passage of survivors to England in Yard Craft
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Lieutenant Graham James Alexander Lumsden. R.N.
Showed great ability in manoeuvering ship and
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waters. After the ship had been abondoned he remained avoiding repeated dive bombing attacks in very restricted behind to ensure that everything розвіblе was done to save the ship and to destroy secret charts etc. Later his was bombed and sunk.
coolness and courage was very noticeable when the St. Abbs
Recommended for mention.
(Is being recommended for decoration on account of service at Boulogne on 23rd May, just prior to operation "Dynamo")
Lieutenant Robert Walker Hughes, R.N.
Showed great courage in repairing W/T aerial during repeated bombing attacks. When ship was sinking showed imitiative in destroying signal books and apparatus, After receiving injuries in the Tug St. Abbs his courage and devotion to duty assisted in survivors escaping to Dover from
# the wreck of the Clan Mac Allister.
Recommended for decoration.
Midshipman Harry Batten Poustie, R.N.R.
The good bearing, coolness and initiative of this young officer in face of danger was most noticeable.
Remained on board to assist with destruction of secret documents. Later assisted in clothing and feeding survivors on board Clan Mac Allister including the care of two badly wounded men.
Recommended for decoration.
RATINGS:
NP.S. M. Acting Petty Officer Ernest F. Standley C/JX 137068.
In charge of H.A. gun. By his leadership, courage and coolness kept his gun in action during repeated bombing attacks which caused casualties to his crew in their exposed positions.
Recommended for decoration
The members of the Pom-Pom crews showed great courage following in keeping their guns in action up to the end.
Able Seaman Eric Bradley Wilkinson C/JX.152120.
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Able Seaman Ian A. Nethercott, C/55X 28288.
Able Seaman James Wallis, C/55X 27313.
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Able Able Seaman Seaman George George E. Davis C/J 86552 (wounded)
J. Woodger, C/J 45802. P.N. 22573.
until
Both the these ship ratings sank. fought their Lewis Guns courageously
Recommended for decoration.
Leading Telegraphist Ernest J. N. Beeley C/JX 141015
By his devotion to duty repaired main aerials
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times whilst ship was being bombed. Later he manned three before. Lewis Guns in the St. Abbs although he had never fired the one
Recommended for decoration.
Able Seaman Daniel Fossey. C/JX 148554.
Sick Berth Attendant Robert Brown, S.R. 16465
Both these ratings did valuable work to the numerous wounded in the Tug Vincia.
Recommended for mention
Leading Seaman Elric I.J.A.G. Joplin C/JX1 38400
Although wounded showed great courage and was forward in every duty including the destruction of secret matter.
After the order 'Abandon Ship" volunteered to remain on board in order to make a careful investigation of the damage sustained.
Recommended for decoration.
Able Seaman Thoman F. Osprey. C/J 114945.
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Showed great courage in manning Pom-Pom Guns until finally ordered to leave.
Recommended for mention
(Is being recommended for decoration on account of service at Boulogne on 23rd May, just prior to
Operation "Dynamo")
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KEITH - Captain Edward Lyon Berthon, D.S.C., R.N.
h between a KEITH 1730/30/5 of operated damage and off 0900/1/6, the coast when in two she prolonged finally periods result She acted as flagship sustained during repeated bomb sank as no ore charge of all sea forces on of the the coast, Rear-Admiral, Dover, attacks. in e a
Recommendations.
OFFICERS:
Captain Edward Lyon Berthon, D.S.C., R.N.
The Rear Admiral reports: "Under shell fire and bomb attacks Captain Berthon handled his ship with ip coolness and judgment, and met all the calls put upon great him h
and his ship.
Recommended for mention.
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Lieutenant Graham James Alexander Lumsden, R.N., Navigating age
The Rear Admiral reports: "During the air Officer. attack which finally disabled KEITH the Officer handled the ship with complete coolness in a masterly way, and took drastic avoiding action at high speed in very confined waters full of shipping. Finally the helm jambed, when he continued kirk to keep her under control.
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Recommended for mention
Accommended for mention.
Mr. Arthur George Scoggins, Warrant Engineer.
D.S.C.
Ran his difficulty and some peril. The department with great ability in
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conditions had been of much great shaken by previous bombing as well ship Dunkirk, causing leaky steam joints, the as that at plant, etc. so that average and failure of evaporating of the Engine Room was between made 140 when temperature spite of this, no mistakes enormously were manoeuvring, the fatigue of the Engine Room personnel. of
150°. In though this temperature
After previously kept the ship running till boilers last increased warning one of the shortage distilled possible moment water, (rescue feed-tank and 2 run down).
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MALCOLM (continued).
NGS:
Yeoman of Signals Alfred Charles Halls, C/JX.129457.
accuracy work on the bridge under fire.
For his of his unvarying coolness, cheerfulness and
Recommended for decoration.
The following ratings are recommended for decoration:
during they showed great powers of endurance.
excellent which under fire and throughout the operation was
The behaviour both of the whole ship's company
Chief Petty Officer, Rowland Evan Lines, C/JX. 142401, Pen. 11254.
Petty Officer Walter Alfred Reginald Hooper, D/JX. 142642.
Petty Officer Arthur George Cooper, C/J. 105794.
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Petty Officer Ernest William Simpson, C/J.95860.
Note:
These four Petty Officers displayed qualities of real leadership and the Commanding Officer considers that the excellent behaviour of the ship's company is largely due to them.
Leading Seaman James Sowerby, C/JX.109521, R.F.R., B.24792.
Leading Seaman William Alfred Hart, C/JX.130453.
Able Seaman William Albert Clarke, C/J.78426, Pen. 25497.
Able Seaman Frederick William Jacobs, C/J.100758, R.F.A., B.23901.
C.E.R.A. Redvers Woodhead Atkinson, C/MX.47004.
E.R.A. 2nd Class Leslie Allan Gardiner Dyer, C/M.39382.
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Stoker 1st Class William Stephen Grimmitt, C/KX.90969.
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Petty Officer Steward George Robert Nokes, C/L.6194, Pen.4995.
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SABRE
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Commander this operation Brian London Dean. R.N. (decorated D.S.O. for
Gazette 7th June, 1940).
During made the period 10 trips 27th to May - 4th June, this old
Destroyer for any class of the beaches, the record number operation, sperging brought from back a total of 5,000 troops.
vessel taking part in the
Dunkirk harbour, 29th May, SABRE
found some left men with struggling the in the water. Having no boats -
they had the beach - First Lieutenant working with other vessels off turn. the ship was manoeuvred alongside each man in Throughout that operation she was repeatedly attacked by dive bombers, but sustained no damage.
Later in the day she was severely shaken by near misses.
30th May, she came under fire from shore batteries, receiving several hits on the bridge and superstructure.
Her Gyro compass was put out of action, and owing to the
D/G cable being damaged, her magnetic compass was rendered practically useless. Although the D/G cable was repaired, her compass was unreliable the rest of the operation.
By P.M. 30th, all hands were utterly exhausted, but a night's rest and a day in harbour, while repairs were effected, "gave them a new lease of life."
The Commanding Officer, in his narrative, points out that SABRE'S engines are 22 years old, and were submerged and full of salt water for 48 hours after a collision in
October 1939. To avoid bombs and shell fire, it was necessary to make most exacting demands on the engines.
In every case the response was immediate, all that could be desired, and far greater than could reasonably be expected.
Recommendations.
FFICERS.
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Lieutenant Norman John Parker, R.N.
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Thoroughly reliable in all emergencies. Also did well in charge of boats, embarking the maximum number
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of troops in the minimum time. Was always one of the or first to sight aircraft and was quick to get the guns
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on to them, and so to keep the aircraft at a respectful distance.
Recommended for mention.
Midshipman Edward Folmer Archdale. R.N.
D.S.C.
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and in keeping a record of the ship's movements often
Was of great assistance in identifying aircraft, when under fire, when he was invariably cool and unruffled.
Recommended for mention.
Commissioned Engineer Reginald Thomas Jones.
action For and resource, maintaining high efficiency of his engines.
leadership and devotion to duty in
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S. SABRE (Continued).
NGS.
C.E.R.A. Andrew Millar McCowan, C/M.18445.
D.S.M.
DSM
responsible in most difficult of mainly the engines
Who, under for the the was
Recommended for decoration.
Stoker Petty 1st Class, Officer Reginald George Albert Aitchinson, C/K.61056 and
Stoker, Arthur Powling, C/K.52210.
planks, and scaling-ladders, assisting the gang
Who, and when off watch, ably assisted rigging seamen ratings being closed up at guns.
controlling the traffic of troops under wounded fire, all
Recommended for decoration.
Chief Petty Officer (Torpedo Coxswain) Ernest G. Dewey,
C/J.104364.
rendered first aid to the wounded, provided naked
Who, whenever he could be spared from the wheel, survivors with clothing and did all he could for them
Attendant. in the absence of a Medical Officer or Sick Berth
Recommended for decoration.
Leading Steward Norman L. Gilchrist, C/LX.21538.
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Was indefatigable in his care and attention to the wounded.
Recommended for decoration.
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Stoker Petty Officer Benjamin Fletcher. C/K.65982.
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Acting Leading Seaman Frederick A. May, C/JX. 141390.
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Showed great resource in keeping steam in the boilers under most difficult conditions. On one occasionthe main feed tank was left completely empty for a moment, Fletcher at once switched over to the reserve feed tank, thus averting a serious breakdown.
Recommended for decoration.
Stoker, 1st Class, Charles Irvine. C/KX.86537.
Showed great initiative as an Engine Room
Watchkeeper, continually nursing the auxiliary machinery without having to be told what to do, showing exceptional initiative at all times.
Recommended for decoration.
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M.S. SALADIN. - Lieutenant-Commander Lawrence J. Dover, R.N.
when This off ship Dunkirk proceeded to La Panne beach but result of damage was attacked by aircraft on 29th May, unable to take a received further part she returned in the evacuation. to Dover, and and as was a
Recommendations.
FFICERS:
Lieutenant John Henry Edwards, R.N. (Retired).
During one attack by aircraft a fire was with it. He found the ready use cordite in the reported aft and Lieutenant Edwards was sent to deal after gun position burning and with the aid of two able seamen threw the burning charges overboard, as also the charges in another box which was burning.
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS:
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Able Seaman Graham Briden, P/J.94686.
Able Seaman James Garfoot. P/SSX.19346.
Assisted Lieutenant Edwards in throwing overboard burning cordite charges during an attack by aircraft off Dunkirk.
Recommended for mention.
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