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Admiral Superintendent Portsmouth's barge
Re
Bhrimpton,
See under Sun IV
R.V.V.R.(1)
lat June
Dath.
Toesd 198 by 6. drifter and spent the
night as the beaches.
On 5 Inter night, H/Lt. Shrimpton went
Into
[110 information 00 to shether this
vessel returned, or how 0/Lt.
Shrimpton got back)-
Authority - R.O.II, P= 393.
(1) Bbown in the August 1940 Havy List no B lieutenant,
centority 31/5/40. Not shown in the June 1940 Navy
List.
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ADMIRALTY Open 36 ft. launch
S/Lt. R. Shrimpton,
R.N.V.R.(1)
lst June
p.m.
Towed over by & drifter and spent the
night at the beaches.
On a later night, S/Lt. Shrimpton went
into Dunkirk.
The
[No information as to whether this
vessel returned, or how S/Lt.
Shrimpton got back].
Authority - R.O.II, p. 393.
to
six.
ST 2 aircraft. Advance's signal
sist was carried sway by the
carriage of the second aircraft.
whaler inshore; it une awamped
OR reaching the beach. Emptied
righted the whaler, which was
token in tow by the Advance.
82th this and another whaler
DILB picked up, ferried troops to 0
destroyer and a drifter. Air
Shaler sunk. Ferried.troops to 03
assort vessel and a transport, and
boats to off-lying ships.
from a destroyer [the Sabre]
to transmitter, which, with 2
operatore, UGS transported to La
M/W ViewCinder was nighted aground.
THE and the M/D Klisobeth
book of which had suffered
The AMORICA to be beached to
from sinking alongaide.
Y. Snow, R.N. left Remagato in
the Advance for Durkirk, in
with 11 other 11/3's and 3
(see white MARR).
Durkirk.
while BE Dunkirk, the
was
on
the
Returned to Remente,
[No other Information of this 2nd
N11
(1) Shown in the August 1940 Navy List as a lieutenant,
seniority 31/5/40. Not shown in the June 1940 Navy
List.
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ADVANCE( 1)
M/Y
C.P. Dick, Owner, Skipper.
28th May
0730
Left Teddington.
1330
Arrived Sheerness.
1630
Left Sheerness with 8 other boats.
29 th May
0300
The Advance arrived Dover. The
remaining boats arrived at intervals,
except one which had been sunk in
collision.
0645
Slipped and proceeded, led by the M/B
Viewfinder, with the M/B's Elizabeth
Green, Bobeli, Hanora and one
other (which turned back) in company.
0700
Joined by the M/B Reda, which brought
the convoy up to six.
1230
Approaching Dunkirk, machine-gunned
by 2 aircraft. Advance's signal
mast was carried away by the under-
carriage of the second aircraft.
1300ca
Sent whaler inshore; it was swamped
on reaching the beach. Emptied and
righted the whaler, which was then
taken in tow by the Advance.
With this and another whaler which
was picked up, ferried troops to a
destroyer and a drifter. Air attacks.
Whaler sunk. Ferried troops to an
escort vessel and a transport, and
towed boats to off-lying ships.
1900ca
Received from a destroyer [the Sabre]
a radio transmitter, which, with 2
operators, was transported to La
Panne.
2045
The M/B Viewfinder was sighted aground.
The Advance and the M/B Elizabeth
Green, both of which had suffered
damage and were leaking, proceeded in
company.
30th May
0530
Arrived Ramsgate.
The Advance had to be beached to
save her from sinking alongside.
2nd June
1830ca
S/Lt. P. Snow, R.N. left Ramsgate in
the Advance for Dunkirk, in company
with 11 other M/B's and 3 skoots
(see White Wing).
-
Arrived Dunkirk.
While at Dunkirk, the M/B Bobeli
was sighted on the beach.
3rd June
-
Returned to Ramsgate.
[No other information of this 2nd
trip available].
Nil
Authority-- R.O.II, p.392.
TO.9144.
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/
(2)
A.L.C.8.
Landing Craft.
29th May
1230ca
Off Dunkirk, was the last A.L.C. to be
hoisted out from the S.S. Clan
Macalister.
Ferried troops from Dunkirk beach to
the Clan Macalister.
1900ca
Engine trouble. Embarked "some troops"
from A.L.C.15 which was overloaded,
and proceeded.
30th May
0400ca
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 10 troops(1)
Engines repaired. Proceeded.
31st May
0400ca
Arrived Dunkirk.
Ferried troops and towed boats.
1100
Engine trouble.
Assisted to demolish A.L.C.15.
p.m.
Took a load of troops to a drifter,
which towed A.L.C.8 into Dunkirk
harbour.
-
Still in tow, left Dunkirk for Dover.
Shortly after leaving, tow parted.
AS the A.L.C.8 was drifting out of
the channel, the drifter was unwilling
to take her in tow again. An unsuc-
cessful attempt was made to sink
A.L.C.8 with the drifter's 3 pdr gun.
A.L.C.8 was left drifting about 1½
miles west of Dunkirk.
Total 10
Authority R.O.III, p.512.
(1) Estimated.
(2)
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A.L.C.15
Landing Craft
S/Lt. G.B. Eyre,
E.N.V.R.
29th May
0930ca
Off Dunkirk, the second A.L.C. to be
hoisted out of the S.O. Clan Macalis-
ter. Proceeded inshore after some
delay in starting the engines.
Ferried troops, making 15 trips, 1.e.
about 750 troops.
2000ca
Left for Dover with troops on board.
Shortly after passing Dunkirk, met
A.L.C's 3 and 8 and proceeded in
company.
30th May
0400ca
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 25
troops. (1)
Evening
Left Dover, A.L.C's 3 and 8 in company.
31st May
0400ca
Off Dunkirk. Engine trouble, but
A.L.C.15 ferried troops and towed
boats.
-
Damaged propellers on a submerged lorry.
A.L.C.15 out of control, drifted
ashore, beam on.
The crew launched a stranded small
boat and made their way to a drifter.
-
A.L.C.B landed A.L.C. 15's engineer.
He evidently considered it impossible
to salve A.L.C.15, and set her on fire.
When the fire reached the petrol
tanks she blew up.
Total 25. (1)
Authority - R.O.III, p.513.
The
(1) S/Lt. Hardstaff
of on a of the
of his legs
the a 0.8 a
in of B. but they
(1) Estimated.
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A.L.C.17
Landing Craft
29th May
1100ca The 4th A.L.C. to be hoisted out of
the S.S. Clan Macalister. She
followed A.L.C.5 up the coast towards
Bray. "On approaching the beach she
was promptly boarded by a crowd of
French troops who so overloaded the
boat that she grounded." With a
falling tide she remained stranded
for 3 hours.
1430ca As the tide rose "the French..... again
attempted to rush the boat", but
"the Cox'n of A.L.C.17 procured the
assistance of some British troops,
who, with fixed bayonets, drove off
the French."
These British troops with a few
French were taken to a destroyer
where the British only were disembark-
ed. A.L.C.17 took the French to a
nearby vessel. Air attack. A.L.C.17
partially flooded, BO that engines
stopped. Boat baled out; engines
re-started.
Continued to ferry troops from La
Panne beach for the rest of the day,
and all night, until engines broke
down.
30th May
a.m.
Taken in tow by a drifter.
2200
Arrived in tow at Dover. Engines
repaired.
31st May
-
Towed over to Dunkirk by a tug. (1)
-
A few ferrying trips only carried out,
when engines again broke down.
-
Towed back to Dover by the tug that had
brought her out.
1st June
p.m.
Arrived in tow at Dover.
3rd June
1300
Arrived Hayling Island with crews of
A.L.C's 8 and 15 on board, and with
A.L.C.3 in company.
Authority - R.O.III, p.525.
(1) This "tug" cannot be identified.
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ALCMARIA
M/S drifter
See under Yarmouth Base (H,M.S. Watchful)
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ANNE MARIE
16th
Belgian drifter
Lt.Car.
N.V.Thew
R.N.
26th May
1523
See under Pierre & Marie
Left Portemouth, escorting the
27th May
1028
Left Days for Dunkiris, lending the
Las. the PvV's Riyn1 paffodil and
the 8,0's Ste_Andrew
we and the dr. Viny.
1220
orr Bucy, ordered to return to
Downs with Kyno.
1440
Ordered to return to Portsmouth with
Kims
28th May
0333
Instructed Kyno to anchor in St.
Holen's roads.
0704
Bailed for Dunkirk via Q.2.8.80 and 60.
1005
Signted floating French mine. Bunk it
and proceeded.
1125
Observed 40 to 50 planes in aerial
combat over Dunkirk.
1220
Socured alongside dr. Worcester inside
ward MORIN
2317
Proceeded via Y route with 533 troops
on board.
1400
dre. Sabre and Hontrose 2) miles shead
proceeding to Dover, bombed by 15
Heinkels.
1408/
Attacked by 4 aircraft. Slight
1415
damage.
1730
off Dover. Montrose and Sabre in
dompany.
1950
Disembarked 534 troops.
29th May
0645
The Tab Lieutenant, Lieut. R. de Law
Brooke, R.N., assumed command.
0714
Proceeded via Y route to La Ponne,
Woresster and Visty in company.
1045
Anchored La Panne. Embarked troops
with 1/B and whaler and the ACORD
1525
Proceeded by Y route to Dover with 340
troops.
1555
Attacked by Heinkel H/L bomber.
1645
Attacked by Heinkel dive bomber.
1905
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 550 troope.
30th May
0326
Proceeded via X route to Dunkirk, with
36 large cases of Army mape.
0000
Encountered thick fog.
0741
Anchored ore STAY and lended one
Royal Marine Start officer.
Embarked 620 troops brought off by
small oraft or every kind.
1105
Transferred army Mapa to a M/Y.
Proceeded to Dover by X route,
1430
Dover. Disanbarked 886 troops. (3)
1440
Lt. Thew resumed command.
1623
To Dunkirk by X route.
1915
Secured alongoide East nier, Dunkirk.
dr. Winchelaca embarking ahead.
(2) This apparently was the end of Kyno's participation in
(1) Ellerman wilson Line Ltd.
Dynamo,
(3) D.R.
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ANTHONY (continued)
30th May
[1935
(continued)
A hospital carrier(1) left Qua1 Felix
Faure.
1941
About 12 rounds of (?) 4 inch shell
landed where the hospital carrier
had been berthed. ]
1945
Winchelsea proceeded. Anthony
commenced embarking troops.
2025
Proceeded with 1137 troops via X route.
2155
Attacked by one aircraft. 5 bombs
dropped. Lights extinguished,
engines stopped.
2200
Called drifter (or trawler) to stand
by.
2205
Released trawler. Proceeded steering
by engines.
2237
Gyro and magnetic compass, and W/T
receivers out of action. dr. Keith
led in to Dover.
31st May
0100
Dover. Disembarked 1137 troops.
1st June
1835
Proceeded, with dr. Wolsey as escort,
for Portsmouth.
Total 3107
Authority - R.O.I. p.9.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches.
Lieut. Cdr. N.V.J.T. Thew, R.N.
Lieut. R. de L. Brooke, R.N.
(1) This must have been either the Paris or the Worthing.
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ARGYLLSHIRE
Trawler (Harwich)
S/Lt. J.S. Weddle, R.N.R.
S.O. 11th A/S Striking
Force
29th May
On patrol east of S buoy, the trs.
Lord Melchett and Stella Rigel in
company.
30th May
Patrolled S. Falls buoy to West Hinder.
(See Appx. J. signal J.16)
31st May
Patrol continued.
1st June
0245ca
The Argyllshire was about 2 miles east
of S. buoy in company with the same
two trawlers.
Many trawlers and other small craft
were in the vicinity.
Argyllshire commenced an attack on
what appeared to be a S/M.
0250
The Stella Rigel crossed Argyllshire's
bows and the latter reduced speed,
the target then being about 1800
yards on the starboard beam.
Shortly afterwards, there was an
explosion aft in the Argyllshire,
caused, it is believed by a torpedo
which struck her on the starboard
quarter.
She sank immediately.
5 survivors were picked up by the
Malabar (See Appx. J, signal J.31);
they were the Captain, an officer, a
signalman, a W/T Ope rator and an
able seaman.
The Malabar transferred the five
survivors to a "drifter" (signal J.31d)
i.e. the Stella Rigel.
Authority - R.O.II, pp.329, 330.
R.O. Case 6256.
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ATLANTIC
Skoot
Lt. Cdr. L.E. Fordham, R.N.R.
25th May
1300
At Poole, a Naval crew took over the
ship from the Dutch crew. The Dutch
Captain remained on board.
1430
Sailed from Poole.
2200
Arrived Portsmouth.
26th May
1030
The Dutch captain disembarked.
27th May
1940
Proceeded to Newhaven.
28th May
0730
Entered Newhaven harbour.
1120
Sailed for Dover.
2045
Anchored outside Dover.
29th May
0900
Proceeded by Y route for La Panne beach.
1200
Delayed off N. Goodwin L.V.
1530
Proceeded on original course.
30th May
0300
Arrived off La Panne beach. Ship
aground at low water. Embarked
troops in the ship's two lifeboats.
0930
About 300 troops on board, mostly
French.
1000
Proceeded to Ramsgate by Y route.
1730
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 240
troops. (1)
2300
Sailed for Dunkirk by X route.
31st May
0530
Anchored 1 mile east of Dunkirk [i.e.
off Malo beach] strong tide and
cross wind; embarked about 50
troops slowly. Tide falling.
Engines having failed to start, the
Atlantic was assisted to deeper
water by the Sk. Ruja.
In the meantime a motor lifeboat came
alongside and took the Atlantic's
boats. Waited all day in vain, for
troops to be sent.
2100ca
Obtained the use of a motor boat
[ the Lansdowne] and whaler and
recommenced embarking troops.
2400
The Lansdowne's propeller fouled.
1st June
0300
Unable to clear the Lansdowne's
propeller.
0400
Proceeded with about 100 troops on
board, and the Lansdowne in tow.
0425
Rescued the crew and passengers of a
drifter the Fair Breeze] which had
struck a sunken wreck. While doing
this, a ketch nearby was struck by a
bomb and completely disappeared.
0445
Proceeded down Dunkirk channel.
The Lansdowne broke adrift, and was
abandoned because of the presence of
enemy bombers.
(1) Ramsgate report. Not mentioned in D.R.
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BALQUHAIN(1) M/B (Owner Dr. P.M. Watt) S/Lt. B.D. MacIntyre,
R.N.
[s/Lt. MacIntyre had previously been to Dunkirk
in the M/B Silver lloon].
2].
31st May(2)
0900
S/It. MacIntyre took over the
Buiquhain.
0930
Left Ramsgate.
1300
Arrived off Bray. Ferried troops to
ships, including 200 to the dr.
Venomous. (3) Repeated high level
bombing attacks on the beach and off-
lying ships.
1700
Fouled propeller.
1710
Taken in tow by a drifter.
1730
Arrived Dunkirk. Loaded up with troops
1740
Sailed for Ramsgate.
2230
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 54
troops. (4)
Total 54
[s/Lt. MacIntyre then transferred to the M/B
Encore and again went to Dunkirk].
Authority - R.O.I, p.145.
R.O.II, p.550.
(1) Referred to by S/Lt. MacIntyre as the "Balaquain". Not
mentioned in D.R.
(2) S/Lt. MacIntyre says it was 30th May.
(3) The Captain of the Venomous reported to Captain (D) 16th
Destroyer Flotilla as follows:
"Although he did not belong to my ship I should like
to bring to your notice the valuable work performed
by the S/Lt. Royal Navy in command of the 11/B
Balquhain off La Panne and Bray beaches. This M/B
went round to many other larger launches and gave
them precise orders, at a time when they were
urgently needed for disembarkation, and when there
appeared to be a 'Wait until ordered' attitude
name of this officer but I consider that his work
among many of them. I regret that I do not know the
on the example he set during the bombing raids and in under
this occasion was extremely praiseworthy and
difficult conditions was largely instrumental
keeping the embarkation going".
[Note: S/Lt. MacIntyre made 4 trips to Dunkirk as
follows:
29th May in the 11/B Silver noon
31st May in the M/B Balquhain
[2nd 1st June, attempted but to she go in broke the down] ш/в
June in the M/B Encore
(4) report 3rd June states "small craft" in D.R. disembarked 54
in Santosy the M/B Letitial
Ramsgate troops at 2235. Not mentioned
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BEN & LUCY
M/S drifter
Capt. W.A. Watling, R.N.R.,
(Portsmouth)
Skipper
Actg. Lt. F.G.M. Iles, R.N.V.R.
Unit Officer
29th May
2400
Left Portsmouth the dfr. Dorienta in
company.
30th May
1645
Arrived off Ramsgate.
31st May
1350
Proceeded to Dunkirk, with 4 pulling
boats in tow. The Dorienta was in
company also towing small craft.
2000
Off Dunkirk channel. Air attack.
The dfrs. Lord Hood and Fair Breeze(1)
2100
Off Dunkirk beach. Sent the boats
inshore. Dorienta was instructed to
return as soon as she was loaded.
One of Ben & Lucy's 4 boats destroyed
by a shell.
-
Embarked troops. The dfr. Feasible's
engines having been disabled by a
shell, took her in tow. Proceeded
westward in search of troops.
-
Off harbour entrance, embarked 3 boat-
loads of troops and put the boats in
tow, astern of Feasible. Proceed
homewards. Embarked a rating from a
water-logged whaler.
1st June
0100ca
Took a fishing smack (the Letitia),
short of fuel, in tow.
0230ca
Aircraft heard overhead.
0330ca
Heavy explosion on port quarter of
Feasible.
(Subsequently informed by Letitia that
another smack, the Rowan" [i.e. the
Renown which had attached herself to
the tow had been sunk).
0700
Gave course for N. Goodwins to Vernon
Pinnace V.4, which proceeded ahead.
0745
Making water at about 1 ft. per hour.
Sighted N. Goodwins. 3 miles from
Ramsgate Letitia slipped and made off.
1 mile from Ramsgate, Ben and Lucy
fouled her propeller. A launch came
off and 100 troops were transferred. (2)
Ben & Lucy and Feasible anchored.
3rd June
1000
Both vessels towed in by the dfr.
Renascent.
Total 100
Authority - R.O.II, p.339.
(1) A bomb fell 50 yards from Fairbreeze, but did not explode
(s/Lt. Gabbett-Hulhallen R.N.)
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BOURRASQUE - continued. 1650ca
Bontd. May
(contd.)
After drifted about an hour, when he
a double some distance away, he had felt
distance in two columns of water the rise
shock and saw in
what had been the Bourrasque.
the vicinity of the stern of
After Ut some time the English drifter
Prosim arrived and also an
English motor launch [
The cap cap tai n of the Bourrasque was
]
embarked in the Ut Prosim.
-
The drfr. Yorkshire Lass had now
joined company and the survivors in
the M/L were transferred to her,
while the M/L was taken in tow by
the Ut Prosim.
There were about 250 survivors of the
Bourrasque on board the Ut Prosim of
whom 65 were members of the
Bourrasque ship's company.
31st May
0830
The drifters arrived Dover.
It is officially considered that the
Bourrasque was sunk by a mine, but
her captain is of the opinion that her
sinking was the result of one or
more shell hits.
Authority - French Admiralty Record, Folio 4.
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F/B drifter
ROY ROX
Tv. Skpr. E.F. Dettman, R.N.R.
2100ca
28th May(1)
Boy when Roy was approaching Dunkirk harbour
bombs dive bombers droppe a about 12
misses opened up the Boy Roy's
all round the ship. Near
wooden seams; she made water every-
where and commenced to sink.
She was run towards the western side
of the entrance where she was
2107ca
grounded.
See also Flak - burning ih-nftëjp
Authori ty - R.O. Case 6256.
D.R.
The following awards were made:
D.S.C. Skipper E.F. Dettman, R. N.R.
D.S.M.
Engineman H.S. Sharman.
(1) According to A/P. Dover, the date was 27th May
(see Piere-burning drifters).
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CARIBIA
Skoot
Lt. Lt. M.G. Morais, R.N.R. (1)
G.H. Williams, R. N.R. (as
Lt. D.H. Swift, R.N., 1st
from 29th May)
26th May
1500
Lieut(1)
Took over the ship from the Dutch
crew at Tilbury.
27th May
0315
0630
Ordered to Southend and Sheerness.
Arrived Southend.
1300
Arrived Sheerness.
-
Proceeded to Southend for orders.
28th May
0800
Sailed for Malo-les-Bains.
2230
Approaching Dunkirk, embarked 120 troops
from a drifter which returned to
Dunkirk.
2330ca
Entered Dunkirk and secured alongside
the east pier. Embarked about 320
troops.
29th May
0400
Proceeded.
1300
Ordered by the N. Goodwin Exam. vessel
to proceed to Margate.
1445
Disembarked 300 troops at Margate. (2)
1800
Lieut. Williams states that he took
over command of Caribia.
1930
Sailed for La Panne, the Sk. Zeus
(whose compass was unreliable) in
company.
30th May
0500
Arrived La Panne, but shifted to Bray,
where more boats were ailable.
Embarked troops.
1000
Had about 350 on board. Proceeded with
Zeus in company. Fired at by
Nieuport battery for 45 minutes.
1800
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 401
troops. (3)
31st May
1500
Left Ramsgate for Dunkirk.
-
Air attack near W buoy.
2230
Arrived Dunkirk harbour. Could find no
troops.
2400
Sailed eastward, along the beaches.
No troops seen.
let June
0130
Sailed for Ramsgate.
0900
Arrived Ramsgate empty.
Total 701
Authority - R.O.II, p.46.
R.O.III, p.267.
(1) On when the ship commissioned, Lieut. (Message Morris was from
C.O., 26th May, and Lieut. Swi ft was First Lieutenant
(2) Combrax, Chatham, Lieut. 1335/27/5). Swift gives the time as as 1600.
(3) Margate Ramsgate report. report. Lieut. Swift gives the time 2000;
Lieut. Williams as 0700/31.
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CONSTANT NYMPH
M/C
Dr. B.A. Smith, Owner/Skipper
30th May
1530
Left Ramsgate in tow of the Sk.
Jutland, which also towed a cutter,
2130ca
a whaler, and the eel-boat Johanna.
Arrived some miles east of Dunkirk.
Towed the cutter and whaler to the
beach after the Jutland had anchored.
Ferried several loads of French
troops to the Jutland.
-
Shifted nearer to Dunkirk and ferried
British troops.
31st May
0300ca
The Jutland having filled with troops(1)
proceeded.
0500ca
The Constant Nymph, with the cutter
and whaler, then attached herself to
a "similar ship", a skoot(2)
[i.e. the Twente] and commenced
filling her with troops.
0800ca
The skoot was full; (3) the cutter
was aground under a stranded barge;
the Constant Nymph's propeller was
fouled and her petrol tank empty.
Constant Nymph's crew were transferred
to the skoot, and the M/B and whaler
were turned over to a drifter.
The skoot proceeded.
1730ca(4) The skoot arrived Margate and
disembarked her troops. She then
Constant Nymph was eventually found
proceeded to Ramsgate.
stranded at Broadstairs and was
returned to her owner.
[On 1st June, Dr. Smith was appointed to the
M/C Count Dracula (q.v.)]
Nil
(2) Dr. Ramsgate report and the only
(1) states 205 troops (but see Jutland). that
R.N.V.R. 2 cannot Smith officers remember states Dr. on Smith board this why were he was is the rather was the a names Lieut. BO "Laudania", deaf sure of R.N.R. the and of 2 the states officers. and name a that S/Lt. he
"Laudania".
He did not ascertain that the so-called "Laudania" A.W. was in
It 1B considered commanded by Lieut. R.N.V.R.), McMullon for the
R.N.R., fact the (lst skoot Lieut. Twente, was s/Lt. Adderley all the
The following following Twente requisite reason: is the only conditions; skoot them. which indeed satisfies s/Lt. no other R. N. V.R. skoot
satisfies more than one of
(b) (a) (c) Officers She She a M/B embarked disembarked and - "a a Lieut. troops cutter about about and R.N.R. 400 whaler" dawn troops and a 31st [or at wargute at at about at assisted Ramagate] by
(a) [D.R. 1800 She after mentions left on the May. a troops a
(3) Margate name which report evidently states that Twente disembarked 350
on arrival.
(4) Margate report states 1845.
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CONSTANT NYMPH
M/C
30th May
1530
Dr. B.A. Smith, Owner/Skipper
Left Ramsgate in tow of the
Jutland, a which also towed Sk.
2130ca
Arrived Towed some miles east of Johanna.
whaler, and the eel-boat a cutter,
beach after the Jutland had anchored. the
the cutter and whaler Dunkirk. to
Ferried several loads of French
-
troops to the Jutland.
Shifted nearer to Dunkirk and ferried
British troops.
31st May
0300ca
The proceeded. Jutland having filled with troops(1)
0500ca
The Constant Nymph, with the cutter
and whaler, then attached herself to
a "similar ship", a skoot(2)
[i.e. the Twente] and commenced
filling her with troops.
0800ca
The skoot was full; (3) the cutter
was aground under a stranded barge;
the Constant Nymph's propeller was
fouled and her petrol tank empty.
Constant Nymph's crew were transferred
to the skoot, and the M/B and whaler
were turned over to a drifter.
The skoot proceeded.
1730ca(4) The skoot arrived Margate and
disembarked her troops. She then
proceeded to Ramsgate.
Constant Nymph was eventually found
stranded at Broadstairs and was
returned to her owner.
[on 1st June, Dr. Smith was appointed to the
M/C Count Dracula (q.v.)]
Nil
(1) Ramagate report states 205 troops (but see Jutland).
(2) Dr. Smith states this was the"Laudania", and that the only
2 officers on board were a Lieut. R.N.R. and a S/Lt.
R.N.V.R. Dr. Smith is rather deaf and states that he
cannot remember why he was BO sure of the name "Laudania".
He did not ascertain the names of the 2 officers.
It 1B considered that the so-called "Laudania" was in
fact the skoot Twente, commanded by Lieut. A.W. McMullon for the
R.N.R., (lst Lieut. was s/Lt. Adderley R.N. V.R.),
The following reason: only skoot which satisfies all the
following Twente requisite is the conditions; indeed no other skoot
satisfies than one of them.
(b) (a) Officers more - a Lieut. R.N.R. about dawn and a 31st s/Lt. May, cutters"]. R.N.V.R. assisted by
(c) (a) She She a 1800 M/B embarked disembarked on and 31st Margate "a May. cutter troops about [to and return 400 whaler" troops to her [or at base Margate "2 at Ramagate] at about
[D.R. name She after mentions which left the evidently a the a
(3) Margate report states that Twente disembarked 350 troops
on arrival.
(4) Margate report states 1845.
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CONSTANT NYMPH - Continued.
TAK 09.
Manter
Authority - R.O.II, p.204.
R.O.ITI, TO.9144/40. p.271. an up crew or a drifter
eir raid off booklett (#00 euror In
S/Lt. M.R.B. Bolomon, R.N.V.R. states:
1000
At Remente, 1st June 1910,
The following award was made: Missred tug "dontees
and made every possible obstruction
orew deliberately put tog
D.S.M.
1700
to impade the sailing of воще,
Dr. B.A. Smith.
Although tag "Oontess" (spontest)
was aflort, engineer refused to put
the ship to sea, as he claimed his
filters would be blocked by sand,
Asthority - R.O.III, 9.314.
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CONTEST
Tug (Elliott Steam
Tug Co. Ltd.)
H.J. Bates, Master
31st May
1900
Picked up crew of a drifter sunk in
an air raid off Dunkirk (see Sun XI)
S/Lt. M.H.B. Solomon, R.N.V.R. states:
At Ramsgate, 1st June 1940.
1400
Commandeered tug "Contess" [?Contest]
but crew deliberately put tug aground
and made every possible obstruction
to impede the sailing of same.
1700
Although tug "Contess" [?Contest]
was afloat, engineer refused to put
the ship to sea, as he claimed his
I
filters would be blocked by sand.
Authority - - R.O.III, p.314.
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AT
BACUATION 2610 May - 4th FROM June DUNKIR
CORDELIA
(Evliad lisk Trawler ta40 which lick pal)
M/B (Owner,
R.J.E. Julian)
S/Lt. Dover C.A. Thompson, R.N.V.R.
29th May
1800
Report
Left Dover in rear of 3 ex-Belgian
ships, the Yser, Sambre and
another the 1)), which were in tow
in tow.
drifter"G. R. 1740"(2). One whaler of
1815
One of the ex-Belgian ships fouled her
propeller with the tow rope, and
2000
returned to Dover.
A destroyer took 1 of the Belgian ships
in tow.
2010
Tied up astern of the remaining
Belgian ship and proceeded in tow of
"G.R.1740".
30th May
0530
Nearing beach west of La Panne.
0545
A Commodore came on board.
0800
The Commodore transferred to another
craft.
0800/
Ferried about 300 troops from beach to
1030
off-lying ships; including those
ferried by whaler.
1045
Starboard propeller fouled - port engine
had previously seized up.
1100
Proceeded in tow of the "G.R.1740".
2030
Arrived Dover.
Nil
Ferried 300 troops.
No. conveyed to NIL.
Authority - R.O.II, p.239.
(1) (2) Probably Probably drifter the the can Ambleve. Gervais be traced Rentoul wi th the (Reg. Reg. No. No. LT. G.R.1740. 740). No
N HB
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DORIENTA
M/S drifter
(Portsmouth)
Skipper W.F. Reynolds, R.N.R.
29th May
2400
Left Portsmouth in company with the
dfr. Ben & Lucy.
30 30th May
1645
Arrived off Ramsgate.
31st May
1350
Sailed for Dunkirk, towing small craft.
2000
Ben & Lucy in company.
2100
Air attack when off Dunkirk channel.
Arrived troops. off Dunkirk beach. Embarked
Dorienta's engines were severely
damaged by a hit from enemy shore
guns.
Nevertheless, the ship sailed for
Ramsgate at reduced speed, carrying
65 troops.
1st June
0800
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 65 B.E.F.
Total 65
The following awards were made:
D.S.C.
Skipper W.F. Reynolds, R.N.R.
D.S.M.
Engineman W.H. Kennedy, R.N.R.
Mention in Despatches
Sto.
J. Pirie, R.N.R.
Sto.
J. Shone.
Engineman J. Smith.
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DUPERRE
THE
French trawler
0/14. D.A
8
say See under Pierre & Marie for Ronegate.
30th May
1700
Ramagate.
2000
To Dunkirk by X roote,
31st May
0300
6 miles N.W. of Dunnirk. Waited 0131
deylight before entering the buoyed
channel to Donkirk.
0500ca
Arrived Dunkirk - ordered to La Panne,
on the way, the motor barge Viking
hailed for assistance. She had burnt
out her clutches, and could only go
astern. She had 150 troops on board.
&
The Dwarf transferred 34 troops from
the Viking and took her in tow.
-
The tow parted. Again took her in tow
but tow rope fouled the Premis
rudder. Proceeded at about 22 knota.
p.m.
Half-way back, the tr. Olvina took the
Viking in tow and the proceeded
alone.
2000
The Dwarf arrived off Dover herbour.
2130
Arrived Dover Vilitary 10857
Disembarked 34 troops. (1)
lot June
0800
Bailed for Dunkirk.
1500
Fired on by Oravelines batteries,
153008
orr Dunkirk. Air attacks. The Com.
P.O. Coussens, was shot through both
kneen but remained at his poet.
The steering was damaged. Small
boots aunk nearby. A large bomb
lifted the must out of the water
and seriously damaged engines.
Taken in tow by a drifter. Another
air attack.
2300
The drifter anchored with Dyset natern,
off Ramagate.
200 June
0500
The drifter neggeeded into harbour
vin to:
Total 34
Authority - R.O.IIT, 2435+
award was
Consone.
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DWARF
Tender to S/M Depot,
Portsmouth
S/Lt. D.A O'Hare,
M.B.E., R.N.
29 th May
2100
Left Portsmouth for Ramagate.
30th May
1700
Ramsgate.
2000
To Dunkirk by X route.
31st May
0300
6 miles N.W. of Dunkirk. Waited till
daylight before entering the buoyed
channel to Dunkirk.
0500ca
Arrived Dunkirk - ordered to La Panne.
on the way, the motor barge Viking
hailed for assistance. She had burnt
out her clutches, and could only go
astern. She had 150 troops on board.
-
The Dwarf transferred 34 troops from
the Viking and took her in tow.
-
The tow parted. Again took her in tow
but tow rope fouled the Dwarf's
rudder. Proceeded at about 2½ knots.
p.m.
Half-way back, the tr. Olvina took the
Viking in tow and the Dwarf proceeded
alone.
2000
The Dwarf arrived off Dover harbour.
2130
Arrived Dover Military jetty.
Disembarked 34 troops. (1)
1st June
0800
Sailed for Dunkirk.
1500
Fired on by Gravelines batteries.
1530ca
Off Dunkirk. Air attacks. The Coxn.
P.O. Coussens, was shot through both
knees but remained at his post.
The steering was damaged. Small
boats sunk nearby. A large bomb
lifted the Dwarf out of the water
and seriously damaged engines.
-
Taken in tow by a drifter. Another
air attack.
2300
The drifter anchored with Dwarf astern,
off Ramsgate.
2nd June
0500
The drifter proceeded into harbour with
Dwarf in tow.
Total 34
Authority R.O.III, p.35.
The following award was made:
D.S.M.
P.O. G.A. Coussens.
(1) D.R.
264

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EILEEN ELIMA
F/B drifter
1st June
Returned to Dover from Dunkirk, damaged
and unseaworthy after collision.
See under Flare burning drifters.
274

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EM
GERBERA
M/L's
WINDSORA
(Owner, Charles Hill & son, Windsor)
[+++
10% June
0715
Taken in tow by the are. Thettix.
Other ships in the top sere the N.L/Ba
These vessels were unsuitable and took no 1975,
part 0725 in Dynamo. d White Bear.
Moid
Left Dover.
1537
Net the Yvonne of Mombe (of Oravalines)
with 1 English soldier heading for
England - she turned and headed
towards Dunicise.
1615
Air attach Tow broken by blast.
Men thrown in water; all picked up.
About this time, the Yvonne 03 Nombe
was sunk by a direct hit.
1635
Air attack continues.
1652
Bombe heard dropping. Drifters heading
home without leaving orders. Some
small boats turn back.
1710
Abdy Beanclork, only, in company.
1718
The life boat "Hosa Bood" [1.00 the
ROBS good and Phyllis Lunn Joined
company. The None Wood and Phyllis
Lunn decided to return to Dover.
1740
Closed B. drifter.
1821
Air attack continues, The Abdy
Resueler's and the Rosa wood turn back.
1854
Lieut. Meed in the carried on
towards Dunkirk.
1926
The M/B Cairngory in reply to B query,
signalled "steer 0.55 E. for Dustirk".
2030ca
Joined company with the tog SUN IV .
2044
Arrived off Dunking vith son IV.
2100
Lt. Mond boarded the Sen IT-
2135
Dunkirk harbour. PASSION Eroope to the
M/S Nisst and other ships lying out-
side the harbour, shilst coming
alongside the towing a boat in
which was Bee Codet Jest, 31dmouth-
Willing), a sholl exploded nearby;
Lientenent Head WSS mortally wounded,
and died in 15 minutes.(1)
2nd June
0423
The left Dankirk in tow of the
1010
Arrived Bun IV.
1030
The Bun XY and the LEER together
disembarked 142 $20000. (See Qua IV)
3rd June
1026
Left Benagate.
1355
Arrived Dover-
Total S
Authority - R.O.II, D.230+
The following evards
Hentton in Degratches (Posthunous)
17, Linot. R.H. Head, B.S.V.R.
Brassen in Despatchee
A.D. Tol. Wells Gooley*
Mecksnus.
(1) Report by Burg. Lieut. 278 of EXHIR

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X
E.M.E.D.
Walton & Frinton
life boat
Lieut. R.H. Mead, R.N.V.R.
[see Tel. W.H. Cooley.
1st June
0715
Taken in tow by the dfr. Thrifty.
Other ships in the tow were the M.L/Bs
Greater London, Abdy Beauclerk,
and the M/B's P.E.42 Summer Maid
and White Bear.
0725
Left Dover.
1537
Met the Yvonne et Moabe (of Gravelines)
with 1 English soldier heading for
England - she turned and headed
towards Dunkirk.
1615
Air attack. Tow broken by blast.
Men thrown in water; all picked up.
About this time, the Yvonne et Moabe
was sunk by a direct hit.
1635
Air attack continues.
1652
Bombs heard dropping. Drifters heading
home without leaving orders. Some
small boats turn back.
1710
Abdy Beauclerk, only, in company.
1718
The life boat'Rosa Wood" [i.e. the
Rosa Wood and Phyllis Lunn] joined
company. The Rosa Wood and Phyllis
Lunn decided to return to Dover.
1740
Closed a drifter.
1821
Air attack continues. The Abdy
Beauclerk and the Rosa Wood turn back.
1854
Lieut. Mead in the E.M.E.D. carried on
towards Dunkirk.
1926
The M/B Cairngorm in reply to a query,
signalled "steer S.55 E. for Dunkirk".
2030ca
Joined company with the tug Sun IV.
2044
Arrived off Dunkirk with Sun IV.
2100
Lt. Mead boarded the Sun IV.
2135
Dunkirk harbour. Ferried troops to the
M/S Niger and other ships lying out-
side the harbour. Whilst coming
alongside the Niger [towing a boat in
which was Sea Cadet Lieut. Sidmouth-
Willing], a shell exploded nearby;
Lieutenant Mead was mortally wounded,
and died in 15 minutes. (1)
2nd June
0423
The E.M.E.D. left Dunkirk in tow of the
Sun IV.
1010
Arrived Ramsgate.
1030
The Sun IV and the E.M.E.D. together
disembarked 142 troops. (See Sun IV)
3rd June
1026
Left Ramsgate.
1355
Arrived Dover.
Total 39
Authority - R.O.II, p.230.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches (Posthumous)
Ty. Lieut. R.H. Mead, R.N.V.R.
Mention 1n Despatches
P.O. Tel. W.H. Cooley.
A.B.
J.L. MacManus.
(1) Report by Surg. Lieut. of Niger.
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EMPIRE HENCHMAN
Tug (United Towing
Co,. Ltd.)
(?)E. Fishe,
(?Fisher), Master.
30th May
0800
1300
Arrived Dover from Sheerness.
Left Dover for Dunkirk, in company a
2000
M/B (Lieut. R.N. 1/c).
Off Dunkirk. Towed small boats from the
beach to destroyers. Four such
trips were made.
-
Entered Dunkirk harbour, by order of
the Lieut. R.N. in the M/B. Found
no troops on the quay. Proceeded to
the beaches.
2210
Ordered to stand by the M/S Sharpshooter
which the tug Foremost 22 was about
to take in tow.
Foremost 22 towed Sharpshooter to
Dover, Empire Henchman accompanying
31st May
0800
her. When near Dover, Empire Hench-
man assisted to take the ship into
Dover harbour.
1600
Left Dover towing a barge loaded with
food and ammunition.
2000
Arrived off Dunkirk. Handed over the
barge to the French authorities.
Towed boats from the beach to
destroyers.
1st June
0300
On orders from the Lieut. R.N. in charge
of the M/B, proceeded; an empty
barge in tow.
-
Arrived Dover.
1100
Left for Dunkirk towing a barge loaded
with food and ammunition.
1600ca
Off Dunkirk. Told by a naval drifter
not to enter Dunkirk until dark,
because of shelling.
Whilst standing off, attacked by 20
-
aircraft. Tug and barge damaged by
Proceeded. Half way across took A/B
near misses.
1800
Thyra in tow.
2300
Arrived Dover with the barges.
2nd -
Laid at Dover, partially disabled.
4th June.
Nil
Authority - W.W.
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EMPRESS
River launch (E. Crouch)
S/Lt. T.W. Betts,
R.N.V.R.
1st June
-
Broke Ramagate. down en route from Sheerness to
1240
Taken and in tow by the tr. Strath/Blliott
1650
towed to Ramsgate.
Arrived Ramsgate.
1805
Still in tow of Strath Elliott
proceeded to Dunkirk
-
Off Dunkirk, the tow was slipped.
-
The engine broke down and the launch
ran aground. It was abandoned.
-
The crew transferred to a drifter -
which subsequently returned to Dover.
Nil
Authority - - R.O.II, pp.221, 394.
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FAIR BREEZE
Drifter
Lt.Car. A.R.W. Sayle, R.N.R.
30th May
1130
Lt. Cdr. Sayle embarked in the Fair
Breeze and with S/Lt. J.E. Washbourn, R.N.
and Mr. Golding (Trinity House pilot)
1600
whalers in tow.
proceeded for Dunkirk with 2
Arrived off Dunkirk and proceeded to
Bray beach.
1630
Arrived off Bray beach and hove-to in
2 fathoms.
1645
The after whaler, found to be holed,
was cut adrift; the other was sent
in shore. Requested the M/L Canvey
Queen to tow off any boats she could
find; she rendered valuable assist-
ance in this way.
1700
Commenced embarking troops.
1800
Filled with troops, proceeded to the
westward. Instructed by the Sp. S/V
Royal Eagle to transfer the troops
to her.
1815
Having transferred the troops, returned
to Bray beach.
1830
Recommenced embarking troops.
1900
Air attack on beach.
2030
Filled up with troops and proceeded.
31st May
0440
Disembarked 307 British and 9 Allied
troops at Ramsgate. (1)
1200
Left Ramsgate 2) towing a motor life-
boat (s/Lt. G.A. Gabbett-Mulhallen,
R.N. in charge) and 3 other lifeboats.
1700ca
Approaching Dunkirk, heavily bombed;
one bomb landed 50 yards away but did
not explode.
The M.L/B, with the 3 lifeboats in
tow proceeded in shore. They found
no troops, so left one L/B behind
and proceeded with the other two
towards La Panne.
The lifeboats ferried troops to the
Fair Breeze. After 2 trips, 2 of the
L/B's broached to and were swamped.
The others continued to ferry troops
to the Fair Breeze.
lst June
0330ca
Fair Breeze being filled with troops,
0400
Struck proceeded. a sunken wreck; heavy list.
s/Lt. Gabbett-Mulhallen sent out an
S 0 S on the siren, which was answered
Transferred troops to the skoot which
by a skoot [ the Atlantic].
0425
proceeded, leaving the Fair Breeze
to sink(
(1) (2) It Ramsgate is not report. clear who was in command of the Fair Breeze
(3) D.R. for does this not second mention trip. the sinking of the Fair Breeze.
307

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FEASIBLE
H/S drifter
Oubbon,
0917
May
See under 090068 Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful)
Left Dover.
1300
OTF Dunkink. Ale mid In progress,
berthed alongside Enstern Jetty,
Embarked troops and stretcher 00000.
Continuous boabing sitters,
1700ca
About 650 troops on board. Dive bonb
attack. Direct hit on promenade
deck. Jetty hit and split 10 two,
6000 of the concrete being blown
through the ship's side below the
water line, Another boab fell
between the Jetty and the ship's side,
wrecking the Penella's engine room,
ship listing and meking enter.
Transferred troops and urev to the
8p, 8/V Created Ingle, permita van
abandoned.
[1800ea
The Crested Engle USA readed and pet
DD fire fore and ass, and MM to
be beached. 16 02 the Penalla's
were killed.)
Authority - D.B. para 39.
TH,6213/40.
311

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FIDGET
Drifter (lst M/R
Flotilla)
There 1s no report of the Fidget's proceedings, but
she disembarked troops as follows:
29th May
Disembarked 114 troops. (1)
30th May
0810
At Ramsgate, disembarked 150 troops. (2)
31st May
1350
At Ramsgate, disembarked 304 troops. (2)
Total 568
Authority - R.O.III, p.332.
D.R.
+ :Rense: Ramsgate report.
215

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FISHER BOY
Drifter (1st M/R
Flotilla)
Ty. Skpr. G.W. Brown,
R.N.R. (1)
-
28th May
Lt. Cdr. A.J. Cubison, D.S.C., R.N.
commanding the 1st M/R.F., sailed
Fidget, Jacketa, Lord Cavan, and
with its five drifters, the Fisher Boy
2200
Silver Dawn from Ramsgate for Dunkirk.
The flotilla arrived off the beaches.
There is no report of the Fisher Boy's proceedings,
but she disembarked troops at Ramsgate as follows:
29th May
Disembarked 144 troops. (2)
30th May
0815
At Ramsgate, disembarked 200 troops. (3)
31st May
0540
At Ramsgate, disembarked 233 troops. (4)
2040
At Ramsgate, disembarked 200. (4)
Total 777
Authority - R.O.III, p.332.
0210
1850
0130
(1) According to June 1940 Navy List.
(2) (3) D.R. Estimated. Yewdale and Fisher Boy 150. disembarked 1090
(4) Ramagate
(Ramsgate report). D.R. gives
(1) The report.
0900.
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FORECAST
F/B drifter
Tug (8, Ry,
Lt. T.P. Graham R.N.R.,
Unit Officer.
29th May
1850 See under Flare burning drifters
Left Nowheven Dover.
The following awards were made:
Holden
30th May
0415
D.S.C.
Arrived Dover.
1335
Lt. T.P. Graham R.N.R.
Left Dover for Dunkirk 00 lender of
2030
Reparated from the
5 vessels siter orrival: proceeded
eastward along the const and then back
to the hurbour entrence.
2300ca
The sound of heavy collision in
Dunking suade visa heard. The Y/V
the Helier had been in collision with
the M/S. Charpshooter.
2320ca
Foremout 22 took Sharpshooter in tog
and STA Helier backed away and carried
on,
Proceeded with Sharpshpoter in tow
storn first.
31st May
1035
Applyed are Dayer, Cast OIL the to:
The tug Renchean nos assisted,
1320
and Sharpshootap was mored to 8 burry
lot June
1630
Captain Fieldgate rejoined the ship from
the stok list.
2030
Assisted 2 vensels in collision in the
outer boain, (2)
2nd June
1700
Left for Dunkirk.
2300
penklyx harbour entrance. Ordered into
harbour to sesist the P/V Neyhaven
aground. The tog ron aground hermalf
bot managed to refloat. A tug 18am X
and both refled to re-flos
her] 2008 draft was then cant in
2400ca
orr the harbour entrunce, come
and unlonded French troops.
0100
Proceeded.
Dover. Disembarked
troopo.(1)
0630
(meder not stated).
1430
Ordered to stand-by to leave for
1830
"Stend by order cancelled sowing to 0020
members of the orer being stok
3rd June
standing by.
6th June
1525
Laft nover for Newhaven.
Total
OF Ust in collision P/V kard or Ordeans at
time.
328

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GENIUS
M/S drifter
See under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful)
366

Details

GERARD
Belgian drifter
See under Pierre & Marie
368

Details

GERVAIS RENTOUL
F/B drifter
26th May
The Gervais Rentoul remained in
Dunkirk. The drifters Eileen Emma
and Netsukis returned from Dunkirk
after taking over Kite section.
28th May
Gervais Rentoul disembarked 57 troops
at Dover.
29th May
p.m.
The Gervais Rentoul sailed for Malo-les.)
Bains, towing 3 ex-Belgian canal
boats.
1st June
The Gervais Rentoul and the Eileen
Emma returned to Dover from Dunkirk,
damaged and unseaworthy after
collision.
See under Flare burning drifters.
Total 57
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GIRL GLADYS
F/B drifter
Account
See under Flare burning drifter.
L
(A) At Skinner a Court or Enquiry held on 27th Augus 1940,
Sanson, reports the
00 follows:
29th May
2359ca
The 01:2 Prints in company with three
other drifters the lying with eagines
stopped outside the entronce to
Dunkirk harbour in a heavy pall of
smoke. An "escort vessel* coming
DUE of the harboon remied the 01ml
Pancia- She VG8 struck on the
storboard bow, end wast within 4
sinuter on an even keel 10 about 3
fothers.
(B) According to D.R.
The 01rl Pamela was loss on 29th My,
(0) The V/S was reports,
28th May
2318
Dollided with * drifter, understood to
be the 0151 Pasela, about ? miles
east or bunkare harboor entronce.
the Pase signted ahoad, crossing from :
part to starboerd about 20 yards assings
Line on the port boz". Lydd adde
that the crew vers taken on board
by another drifter, which was close
by.
(D) Centain Autiliary patrol, Dover, reportsi
28th May
2230
The Oirl Pamela. last in a line of
three drifters, VALUE passing the
entrance to Dunkin harbour on her
way to the beaches when one mammk
in collision with 80 secort vessel.
Visibility was extremely bad on
account or & thick pall of black
mass from burning oil tanks schore.
No occualties 2020 custained by
end before the ship was
613 Confidential Books weite
declarad by fire in the ship's
notion.
The drifters Netaukie and Lord Howard.
19th Esy
with the crew of the Girl pampla.
returned to nover from Donkirs
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GIRL PAMELA
F/B drifter
Ty. Skpr. G. Sanson, R.N.R.
Account of the loss of this ship are contradictory.
(A) At a Court of Enquiry held on 27th August 1940,
Skipper Sanson, reports the loss of his ship
as follows:
29th May
2359ca
The Girl Pamela in company with three
other drifters was lying with engines
stopped outside the entrance to
Dunkirk harbour in a heavy pall of
smoke. An "escort vessel" coming
out of the harbour rammed the Girl
Pamela. She was struck on the
starboard bow, and sank within 4
minutes on an even keel in about 3
fathoms.
(B) According to D.R.
The Girl pamela was lost on 29th May.
(c) The M/S Lydd reports:
28th May
2318
Collided with a drifter, understood to
be the Girl Pamela, about 2 miles
east of Dunkirk harbour entrance.
She"was sighted ahead, crossing from
port to starboard about 20 yards away,
fine on the port bow". Lydd adds
that the crew were taken on board
by another drifter, which was close
by.
(D) Captain Auxiliary Patrol, Dover, eports:
28th May
2230
The Girl Pamela, last in a line of
three drifters, was passing the
entrance to Dunkirk harbour on her
way to the beaches when she was sunk
in collision with an escort vessel.
Visibility was extremely bad on
account of a thick pall of black
smoke from burning oil tanks ashore.
No casualties were sustained by
Girl Pamela, and before the ship was
abandoned all Confidential Books were
destroyed by fire in the ship's
boiler.
The drifters Netsukis and Lord Howard,
29th May
returned to Dover from Dunkirk
with the crew of the Girl Pamela.
Authority - R.O. Case 6256.
R.O.I, p.289.
R.O.II, p.352.
M.017681/40
D.R.
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GLITTER II
L/B
Actg. S/Lt, J.V.S. J.W.D.Culham R.H.
June
[s/Lt. to Culham had previously attempted to
Dunkirk in the M/B Smolt, but she broke go down]
29th May
0700
The Clitter II left Sheerness for
June
1600
the beaches with water.
Arrived beach 6 miles east of Dunkirk.
Ferried troops.
30th May
0200
Lost rudder. Taken in tow by a drifter,
and towed to Dover.
[The M/B Black Arrow was seen aground
at Dunkirk].
Authority - Sheerness Report.
R.O.II, p.393.
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GOLDEN LILY
M/B
(Owner
GOLDEN GIFT
Capt.
F/B drifter
Ty. Skpr. G.S. Sampson
29th May
See under Flare burning drifters
eel-boats Johanna and Chanteeler. the
with her superior Golden
The Lily out-distanced the asl-boats.
The following awards were made: Golden rk - and Lily to
but
there
D.S.M.
ties.
Seaman Cook R.G.A. Remblance.
Hill
Authority - T.O. 9436/40.
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GOLDEN SUNBEAM
Del
F/B drifter
Skpr. W.C.F. Chaney
See under Flare burning drifters
The Gollath landed 183 troops on 4th June,(1)
probably at Dover as the Gollsth 1a not
mentioned in Margate or Rampgute reports.
The following awards were made:
Total 183
D.S.M.
seaman J.A. Peters.
goliath was
under covemand
of Enseiguede
varitear Maurice
F. N. with some
french naval zatings
Note by Cdr. Cras of Verson
Historical Dept.
(1) D.R.
389390

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GOSSAMER
5th M.S. F.
S.O., 5th M.S.F.
Cdr. R.C.V. Ross, R.II.
28th May
1230
Sailed with all from Harwich for
company the (except the Saltash), viz:
ships of the Braye-Dunes,
Pangbourne and Leda.
Kellett, Albury, Ross, Lydd,
2115
The Kellett and the Leda stopped off
Braye-Dunes; the remaining ships
went on to Dunkirk. Thereafter, the
dently. ships of the flotilla acted indepen-
-
Gossamer secured alongside the east,
2215
pier and embarked troops.
Sailed with 420 on board.
-
Just outside the Zuidcoote Pass, the
P/V Manxman was seen aground. The
P/V Prague was stopped, without
charts; a chart was sent over to
her.
-
In the vicinity of Kwinte Bank buoy,
the survivors of the dr. Wakeful were
seen in the water. Her Captain
(cdr. R.L. Fisher) said she had been
torpedoed. Gossamer lowered 3
whalers and a skiff, which picked up
a few survivors in the darkness.
The skiff was left alongside a
drifter; the whalers eventually
found their way back to the Gossamer.
-
Proceeded.
29th May
0655
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 420 British
troops. (1)
0850
Sailed from Dover, and spent the day
minesweeping.
30th May
0040
Arrived off Dunkirk, which was lit by
the red flames of burning oil tanks.
-
Embarked troops from Braye-Dunes in
the ship's boats and canvas punts.
0515
Proceeded, having left all boats on
1015
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 487
the beach, as ordered.
Sailed from Dover with a party of
British troops. (2)
1330
Arrived signalmen Bray. for La Embarked panne. Dover
1830
Arrived (Adl. off R.A.
1930
Anchored, Dover and embarked troops.
to the dr.
31st May
0118
Arrived Dover. Disembarked Billie(3) 502 troops.
0600
1800
Requisitioned the M/B Panne. Handy
for La
(1) D. R. 561.
(2) (3) D.R. dates gives 451 this Billie
Cdr. Ross calls this the
did not return from Dunkirk.
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GRAFTON
1st Destroyer Flotilla
1400. Sailed from wover nicompana will
dr. greyhound (V.V.)
Cdr. Lieut. C.E.C.
28th May
1100ca
Arrived Dover from Dunkirk.
R.N. R.N.
1210ca
Disembarked 860 troops.
beame
1445
Left Dover for Dunkirk.
Braye. Anchored close inshore.
Embarked and the troops, using ship's whalers
2100ca
580 troops had been embarked. Boats
cr. Calcutta's power boats.
now ordered to ferry to skoots
2310ca
lying closer in shore.
The sk. Doggersbank transferred about
280 troops to Grafton. Four of
Grafton's ratings sent to augment
Doggerabank's crew.
29th May
0015
Left for Dover. Considerable traffic;
all ships showing navigation lights.
0230ca
The wreck was seen of the dr. Wakeful,
which had been tcrpedoed in the
vicinity 01 Kwinte Bank buoy.
Lowered both whalers to rescue
survivors. Signalled the M/S Lydd
asking for information; Lydd was
darkened.
0240ca
Observed a small darkened vessel 3
cables on the port quarter.
Signalled her to pick up survivors.
Almost at once a torpedo on the
port side was reported - followed
immediately by a violent explosion
and then a second explosion.
The Grafton's bridge was wrecked;
4 killed including the Captain - due
apparently to a bomb hit. The
torpedo hit had blown off Grafton's
stern, abaft the after magazine
bulkhead, and had apparently broken
Ship's boats and rafts were prepared. off
her back.
0350ca
An approaching M.T.B. was driven H.M.
drifter by Comfort which was subsequently
gunfire. [It was in fact
rammed and sunk by the M/S Lydd]. and
0400
The P/V Malines came alongside
embarked Grafton's troops, except
0430
Five the destroyers seriously wounded. were seen approaching the
Dover. One of them, closed
Ivanhoe from was She detached embarked and the listing seriously
Grafton. Grafton was now
wounded. and the after end Ivanhoe was awash. fired
heavily ship" ordered about
"Abandon shells into the Grafton at to
Dunkirk. 500 3 yards and [Malines then Proced 800 men at
Dover].
Total 860
Authority - R.O.I., p.36.
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HILFRANOR
M/B (F. Parham)
S/Lt. C. Minchin, R.N.
When his M/B Hanora broke down at Dunkirk on 29th larly
May (see Viewfinder) S/Lt. Minchin returned to attack
Margate in the M/S Lydd on 30th May
3rd June
Against orders S/Lt. Minchin tried to
go over to Dunkirk in the Hilfranor
but she broke down.
May
In
the
the
This M/B took no effective part in
Dynamo. been torpedoed and BUNK
by an M.T.B., at about 0230 the
motor drifter Comfort had been
remmed and annic by the u/s Lydd,
and at about 0430, the dr. Grafton
Authority - R.O.II, p.391. been Bunk by gunfire by the dr.
Ivanhoe after having been torpedoed
by an M.T.B. - shouts were heard
from the water.
The Hird lowered & boat which was
manned by volunteers and picked up
survivors.
0515ca
Among the survivors, the Hird's boat
picked up Cdr. H.L. Fisher R.N.,
Captain of the Wukeful.
The Hird proceeded - to which
British port 18 not stated - but Cdr.
Fisher sent in a report from Chathsm,
dated 30th May, of the circumstances
attending the Wakeful's loas.
Total 3500(2)
Authority - H. and A. 8/42.
M. 017681/40.
The awards were made:
Home O.B.E. (civil)
Captain A.M. Prodhjem.
B.S.M. (civil)
A.B. И.И. Ree.
stude J. hikkelson.
Posthumous Commentation
Mr. K. Jonessen, 3rd Officer.
Corpenter N.I. Lode.
Commendation
Mr. X.X. Bloodje, Chief Eng.
We To Baba, 2nd Officer.
(1) 4950 gross tons. Owned by Jacobsen and Salvenen. Port of
- Oglo. Bot mentioned in D.R.
(2) Hot mentioned in D.R.
information this
and RL 1980, in
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HIRD
Norwegian S.S(1)
Captain A.M. Fredhjem.
During this ship's stay at Dunkirk, particularly
from 18th to 28th May she was exposed to attack
night and day.
28th May
2400ca
The Hird escaped from Dunkirk with
3,500 troops on board.
29th May
0430ca
In the vicinity of the Kwinte Whistle
buoy where at about 0045, the dr.
Wakeful had been torpedoed and sunk
by an M.T.B., at about 0230 the
motor drifter Comfort had been
rammed and sunk by the M/S Lydd,
and at about 0430, the dr. Grafton
had been sunk by gunfire by the dr.
Ivanhoe after having been torpedoed
by an M.T.B. - shouts were heard
from the water.
The Hird lowered a boat which was
manned by volunteers and picked up
survivors.
0515ca
Among the survivors, the Hird's boat
picked up Cdr. R.L. Fisher R.N.,
Captain of the Wakeful.
The Hird proceeded - to which
British port is not stated - but Cdr.
to weal staint cherboarg
Fisher sent in a report from Chatham,
disembarked CM. tisher
dated 30th May, of the circumstances
Of Dover.
attending the Wakeful's loss.
Total 3500(2)
Authority - H. and A. 8/42.
M. 017681/40.
The following awards were made:
Hon. O.B.E. (Civil)
Captain A.M. Fredhjem.
B.E.M. (Civil)
A.B. H.H. Ree.
Stwd. J. Mikkelsen.
Posthumous Commendation
Mr. K. Jonassen, 3rd Officer.
Carpenter N.I. Lode.
Commendation.
Mr. K.E. Skodje, Chief Eng.
Mr. T. Saba, 2nd Officer.
(1) 4950 gross tons. Owned by Jacobsen and Salvesen. Port of
origin - Oslo. Not mentioned in D.R.
(2) Not mentioned in D.R.
"Yop further imprimation about this ressel see consepandence with
S.V. hour and RA RL Fisher 1980, in D /NHB/3/9/7
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IVANHOE (D.16)
20th Destroyer Flotilla
Cdr. P.H. Hadow, R.N.
29th May
0145
Left Dover, drs. Javelin, Icarus,
0430
Intrepid and Vanquisher in company.
Off Kwinte buoy, Ivanhoe was detached
to stand by the dr. Grafton.
Embarked survivors from her and
accelerated her sinking by gunfire.
0615
Proceeded to Dunkirk.
0856
Dunkirk. Secured alongside mole and
embarked troops.
1115
Sailed for Dover.
1610
Dover. Disembarked 614 troops.
1745
Sailed for Dunkirk.
1820
Near S.W. Goodwins buoy, picked up 4
survivors from aircraft K.8773 and
transferred them to a nearby drifter.
2100
Off Dunkirk.
2240
Recalled to Dover.
30th May
0250
Dover.
0500
To Sheerness, drs. Javelin, Intrepid,
Icarus and Impulsive in company.
0930
Sheerness.
1715
To Dunkirk, drs. Impulsive, Icarus,
and Harvester in company.
2115
Dunkirk beach. Commenced embarking
troops.
31st May
0315
Proceeded alongside Dunkirk pier and
embarked further troops.
0415
Sailed for Dover.
0800
Dover. Disembarked 1290 troops.
0955
To Dunkirk.
1300
Off the beaches. Acted as V/S link
between Dunkirk and R.A. Dover.
Embarked troops. Air attacks.
2145
Off La Panne. Continued embarking
troops.
1st June
0230ca
A large body of British troops arrived
at La Panne beach.
0400ca
Continuous m.g. attacks by low flying
aircraft. One (possibly two) aircraft
shot down.
0715
Proceeded with about 1000 troops on
board. Level bombing attacks off Bray
0800
Dive bombed off Dunkirk. One direct
hit. Severe damage. 26 killed, 30
wounded. Troops and wounded transfer-
red to dr. Havant and M/S Speedwell.
Assisted to Sheerness by tg. Persia.
Two further air attacks en route.
Total 1904
Authority-R.O.I p.76.
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JACKETA
Drifter (1st
M/R Flotilla)
Ty. Skpr. D. Tause, R.N.R.(1)
There is no report of the Jacketa's proceedings,
but she disembarked troops as follows:
30th May
0810
At Ramsgate, disembarked 196 troops. (2)
31st May
0540
At Ramsgate, disembarked 203 troops. (2)
2040
At Ramsgate, disembarked 202 troops. (2)
1st June
1810
At Ramsgate, disembarked 50 troops. (3)
Total 651
to
Authority - R.O.III, p.332.
the
to
to
the
(1) According to June 1940 Navy List.
(3) (2) Estimated. Ramegate report. Ramsgate report says "H.23, Jacketa and F.D.
.... 70 troops".
73

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THE MACINTOSH
H/S drifter
See under Yarmouth Base (E.W.S. Watchful)
D D.B.
" 11

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JEANNIE MACINTOSH
M/S drifter
See under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful)
88

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JOHN & NORAH
M/S drifter
The the 34.00 Rideol
COOTON
N: Alden,
See under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful)
9th XAP
0430
Left for Deskiek in company
WATE 5 other aregon Amiliers of Lite
Daver M/A Costoms under the
W Lien): 9a 26317 R.N. 15 the 1%
EXZANA (pr)
2330
AND STY DONKITS
3420
Entered the bazbous and concerci slongs
adds the is which THE borther
40 the meet mor. The tn CALTE
outside the Form Cattling.
15304
880 Velles for processings 102 this
1800
period.
1800
The Celvi was bonded and
Lieut. Robinson or the Action anys)
"Owing to the serious posttion or
John Carizing being Coulee N salvi
viniteg alempside may I kest John
CATTLERS to the whiles
+ 182 natern clear OF the CRIVA'
The B/A had 8180 been Bombed
and sme dinxings
Licut. B1J1
1813cm
the the week of the Granade SIG
Grifting down 00 the I
instructed JOHN to attent
to 0021 her clear and DO follow the
other ships out?.
Thereafter, Advever, the 2000 Cattling
emerisos to the burden to senist
the Piometter 100m J.O.
as. 1 After Seck on processed so
Doven
30th May
:
Arrived Dover, membership 77 STATES
Total 71
Authority - R.O.TI, DDv519, 523,
The following nunzdo were model
D.8.0. Ty. Lieut. 3. su de videals R.S.V.S.
17. Skips, 0.5. Aldon, E.N.K.
D.S.M.
Sea. Wa Mills.
2nd Hand. C.B. Address
Mention in Pennsiches
2.0. Tel. Pepper.
Engineman WeWs Jefferies.
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JONG
Motor cruiser( 1)
s/Lt. I.F.S. Smith, R.N.V.R.
30th May
1400
2200
Left Hove escorted by tr. Strath Elliot.
Arrived Remsgate. Left for Dunkirk.
31st. May
0930
Arrived Dunkirk, Anchored 3 miles
N.E, of harbour.
Embarked about 13 troops and trans-
ferred them to a skoot. Continued
ferrying troops.
p.m.
Air attack. Assisted to tow boats.
About dark, engine trouble developed.
1st June
1200
Made fast to a drifter, which
eventually towed the Jong to Ramsgate.
En route, the M/B Iote was sighted
empty and drifting and the M/B
White Heather empty but at anchor.
N11
Authority - - R.O.II, p.188, 391.
(1) Thornycroft 36' twin screw.
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I
LADY CABLE - Continued
3rd June
(contd.)
The Lady Cable then proceeded under
her own power, but broke down again
after 15 minutes.
-
Contacted a tug which was about to
barge] Viking. (1) The Lady Cable
take in tow the "dfr". [?coasting
was also taken in tow.
2100ca
Arrived Ramsgate in tow.
Total 40(2)
Authority - R.O.II, pp.205, 220.
TO.9144/41.
M. 3422/40.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches
Mr. G.A. Cadell.
(1) There 1s no record of a drifter of this name.
(2) Not mentioned in D.R.
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LENA (D.B.10)
Skoot
Lt. Cdr. R.P.C. Hawkins, R.N.
Lt. R. Morton, R.N.V.R., (Retd.) 1st
Lieut.
27th May
0430
Sailed from Sheerness for Deal, calling
1100
at Southend for orders.
Anchored off Deal.
1300
2130
Sailed for Zuydcoote beach.
Arrived troops. Zuydcoote beach. Embarked
28th May
a.m.
Transferred 120 troops to the dr.
Shikari.
p.m.
Embarked 350 B.E.F. and sailed for
Ramsgate.
2330
Anchored off Remsgate.
29th May
0700
Disembarked 353 troops. (1)
1600
Sailed for Dunkirk.
30th May
-
Arrived off the beaches and embarked 300
B.E.F., using ship's boats.
0800(2)
Sailed for Ramsgate.
p.m. (3)
Arrived Ramagate. Disembarked 230 B.E.F
67 wounded, and 7 dead.
1st June
0545
Proceeded to Dunkirk with 25 small
kedge anchors.
1300
Arrived off the beaches. Embarked 400
B.E.F. Air attacks. One minor
casualty, slight damage to the ship.
The enemy bombed the wrecks in
Dunkirk roads.
2145
Sailed for Ramsgate.
2nd June
0535
Disembarked 340 B.E.F. and 6 French
troops, (4) at Ramsgate
3rd June
1100
Ordered to disperse and call at
Southend for instructions.
1130
Proceeded.
1145
Recalled.
1400
Received orders for embarkation at
Dunkirk harbour.
1530
Sailed for Dunkirk in company with 3
other skoots [i.e. the Pascholl (s.o.)
Hondsrug and Bornrif]
2300ca
The Lena grounded when going alongside
the middle pier of Avant Port,
A Dunkirk. tug was asked for, but none was
available. The Bornrif and a
British drifter endeavoured to tow
the Lena off, but without success.
4th June
0145
Being 2 hours after high water, and it
been ordered that no further
daylight, it was decided to abandon
having embarkation could take place after
(1) D.R., second disembarkation incorrect. (of 500
(3) (2) Lt. Cdr. Hawkins on 29th states May. that his times 0635. are Lt. Cdr. Hawkins
troops) which also gives a This is clearly approximate.
(4) Ramsgate that report. he D.R. gives 400.
Ramsgate states report records disembarked the time the as troops in the afternoon.
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LENA - Continued
0145
4th (contd.) June
(contd.)
ship. Part of the crew embarked in a
British drifter, part in a French
drifter, and the remainder, including
the officers were ferried in a life-
boat to the G/B Locust which was
outside the harbour.
The British drifter and the Locust
landed their parties at Dover, the
French drifter at Ramagate.
Total 996
Authority - R.O.II, p.27.
M.017681/40.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches
L/Sea. L.M.W. Gibb.
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LEON
Belgian drifter
Cupitaine as Credite
30th
may
See under Pierre & Marie
2015
Cherbourg.
Eneryter. in the Downe, with the dr.
May
0900
1335
The Epervier sailed.
The Leonard routed the following ships
to bunkirk under the ordern of Lieut.
Drogout 8 stomm truelers (mong them
the Chasse Maree and the Amile
Marie) and 6 small motor traviers
(the D,692, Die 1213, P.O.220. 0.300,
11.63 and the H.BO), and
1930
7 small Belgian trawlers (the 142,
11,43, 3.4. 0.210, 4.2 and 11.49)
under the orders of pilot Malet.
101 June
0930
The D.692 returned to the Downs having
been unable to unload her munitions.
She was ordered to trensfer the
munitions to another vessel (the
Surville) and return to Dunkirk.
1630
The sporvier returned to the Downs.
2000
After loading with food, the following
steam trawlers were ordered to
Dunkirk: the Duperre, Pierre et
Encia, D.0.910, 2.41 and H.64
the June
0430
The Leopard and Epervier having sailed
at 0310 in accordance with orders,
took station off V and U buoys
respectively, and carried out petrols
for the protection of vessels re-
turning from Dunkirk; the 02%
Calontia performed the name service off
W buoy.
1035
112 attack on the Calcutta (q.v.)
A bomb fell about 1000 metres astern
of the Leopard.
1100
The Leopard rejoined the Epervier
and both ships proceeded to the Downs.
1210
Anchored in the Downa.
1830
Received the following signal from A.
Dover: "To Vanquisher, Epervier,
Leonard: Search for submarine which
torge doed the nisckburn Boyers(
as Y havy at 1618".
1910
Proseeded accordingly. This order,
however, was later cancelled, and the
Leopard and Epervier were ordered to
enrry out patrol duties 0.0 before in
the vicinity or V and U buoys.
2055
The 2 Fronoh asstroyers anchored in the
Downs.
3a
4sta
0500
0430
The Leopard patrolled in vioinity or
Weighed and processed.
0715
Picked up 18 French troops and an
V buoy.
English cadet from 8 damaged motor
0810
Returned launoh. to the Downs by order of the
Noervier-
to small crutser - 2,126 tons displacement.
WOD sunk by a mine.
162

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LLANTHONY
Portsmouth Examination
Service Yacht.
S/O.... murant
30th May
1000
Left Portsmouth for Ramspbeper
31st May
0430
Arrived Ramsgate. ezneen
Dunkirk.
a.m.
Arrived Dunkirk. Sent in
for troops.
1100ca
Two carley float loads embarkrt mxieagn
attack. Ship grounded. Put otwaserv
board an abandoned yacht lyingonatno
at nearly H.W. she refloated anadonde
came alongside Llanthony. Placed DUAT
troops aboard this yacht(1) which
proceeded to Ramsgate.
1130ca
The Llanthony refloated and embarked 95
troops from a lighter [X.217].
Proceeded.
p.m.
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 95 troops
p.m.
and proceeded to Dunkirk. Embarked
90 men from a tug.
1st June
a.m.
Proceeded.
a.m.
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 90 troops
p.m.
Sailed for Dunkirk.
Following a drifter up Dunkirk channel
a ship ahead of the drifter blew up on
a mine.
Arrived Dunkirk. Embarked 95 troops.
Proceeded.
2nd June
a.m.
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 95
troops.
Engine trouble developed.
Total 280
Authority - R.O.II, p.165.
The following awards were made:
D.S.C.
S/Lt. R.W. Timbrell, R.C.N.
(1) Not identified.
177

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LORD BARHAM
DM
M/S drifter
Plotilla
J.R. Muggridge,
R.H.H.
28th May See under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful) nkirk in
company with the other 4 drifters
of the let M/R.F., viz: the Fisher
DOX. Pidget, Jacketa and Gilver Dawn.
2200
(See Pisher Doy).
Arrived Dynkirk.
29th May
The B.M.O. Dunkirk (Capt. W. Tennent,
R.N.), flow his flag in the Lord
Cavan which was being used de a
depot ship.
1st June
1330ca
The Lord Cavan picked up survivors of
the O/B Mogguito,and took them into
Dunkirk.
2200ca
Embarked a General officer and his
staff at Dunkirk Pier to trunsfer
them to a destroyer.
when shoving off from the pier, a
shell hit the Lord Cavon on the port
side, on the water line, and
passing out through the starbourd
side, burst on the pier. The ship
flooded and Bank in 3 minutes.
Cdr. A.J. Cubison, D.S.C., R.H.,.
Senior Officer of the group of
drifters, WAB on board at the time.
N11
Authority - R.O.III, pp=332, 446.
R.O. Case 6256
The following agards were made:
D.B.C.
Ty, skipper J.H. Moggridge, R.N.R.
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LORD CAVAN
Drifter (let M/R
Flotilla
Ty. Skpr. J.H. Muggridge,
R.N.R.
28th May
-
Sailed from Ramsgate for Dunkirk in
company with the other 4 drifters
of the 1st M/R.F., viz: the Fisher
Boy, Fidget, Jacketa and Silver Dawn.
2200
(See Fisher Boy).
Arrived Dunkirk.
29th May
The S.N.O. Dunkirk (Capt. W. Tennant,
R.N.), flew his flag in the Lord
Cavan which was being used as a
depot ship.
1st June
1330ca
The Lord Cavan picked up survivors of
the G/B Mosquito, and took them into
Dunkirk.
2200ca
Embarked a General officer und his
staff at Dunkirk Pier to transfer
them to a destroyer.
When shoving off from the pier, a
shell hit the Lord Cavan on the port
side, on the water line, and
passing out through the starboard
side, burst on the pier. The ship
flooded and sank in 3 minutes.
Cdr. A.J. Cubison, D. S.C., R.N.,
Senior Officer of the group of
drifters, was on board at the time.
Nil
Authority - R.O.III, pp.332, 446.
R.O. Case 6256.
The following awards were made:
D.S.C.
Ty. Skipper J.H. Muggridge, R.N.R.
185

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LORD COLLINGWOOD
Drifter
Tx. Lt. J.A. Simson.
Indo Traviers
Proby. skipr.W. R.N.V.R.
See under Lord Rodney.
R.N.R.
CLYTHESON
as. A.B. Heckstall-Smith,
R.N.V.R.
Skipr. W.F. Salenius-
29th way
1615
Lord Grey left Dover for Dunkirk by X
2300
route, the tr. Clythness in company.
Both ships arrived Dunkirk herbour.
and then left the harbour and weited
2330
for traffic inside to clear.
Both ships re-entered harbour and tied
up alongside eastern jetty.
30th May
0210
Hearing cries for help outside the
harbour, both ships left to investi-
gate, and found that the A.B/V King
Orry had sunic on leaving the harbour.
Lord Grey resoued 10 mon, Clythness 4.
Lord Grey transferred her 10 to the
dr. Vivacious, and both the trawlers
0410.
returned to harbour.
Lord Grey embarked 350 troops,
Clythness 300, and both ships left
0515
harbour and transferred these troops
to the dr. Whitehall.
0605
Clythness's dynamo broke down, rendering
her D.G. gear uselsss.
g
0645
Both trawlers re-entered harbour, moored
alongside eastern jetty and embarked
d
troops.
0710
Clythness sailed for Dover with about
150 troops. (1)
0730
Lord Grey sailed for Dover with about
400 troops. (2)
Total 550
Authority - R.O.II, D.526.
The following awards were made:
Clythness
P.R.O. Skipry W.P. Balenium.
THE Lt. J.A. Simson, R.N.V.P.
D.O.M. Engineman O.A. Days
I.W. Lennox
Rention in Despatches
Freby, Skipr. W.J. Tiller.
(1) Not mentioned in Date
(2) D.R. states 123.
186

Details

LORD HOOD
M/S drifter
See under Yarmouth Base (H.U.S. Matchful)
188

Details

LORD HOWARD
F/B drifter
Lines VJL Pollook
See under Flare burning drifters.
189

Details

LORD HOWE
HOAFE
F/B drifter
Skpr. W.H. Pollock
See under Flare Command) burning drifters.
Vita
Unit
30th
2750
Lott Dover, the to our Entrne in
accuption. Both shipe off
En Goodwin bate
2345
Proceeded.
31st May
0500
Closed the is, Express in Dunkirk
Conds, and USE ordered to enter
harbour.
0600
Both alibs monred alberoide the Eastarn
Note, Minewwooping not possible
owing to traffic in the ronds.
1700
Ordered to return to Dover, both ships
embarked troops,
1915
Air attack.
Our Onlyne having taken the remining
troops Don the any, proceeded.
1930
Land Incheege proceeded.
145 June
0300
both ohios urgived DOYET,
0500
Lord Inchose discharked 21.0 troops.
Total 240
Authority - R.O.II, P=400,
190

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LORD KEITH
Drifter
The 9.0, R.S.R.
GROUP TXTX E
see under Lord Rodney
MAA7
29th May
1525
Lets Parkeston Quay with tre,
Appellabire and Stalla Rigel,
sutrolled from % Goodwin to West
Kinder budy, Patrolled from D. Falls
0615
budy to We Binier,
Sighted wreck 2 miles weat or T bung.
Picked the home or the 0.8/8 Cracis
Pielda* bays. papers and 3 soldiers 21%
Fist May
Patrolled Hinder. between & Valls and West
200 June
Patabilled 8 bacy to V. Kindar,
0245
The Angyllshire WSA corponsed à Mile
one: of 8 busy, und Bank. The
Statia Birol picked up 3 surrivore. (7)
Joined by the to Other Asson.
Recomed petrol,
2nd June
Patrol to #. Hinder,
1055
Air Attack.
1130
Air attack. The Oano ADDRESS description
1530
The tra. Hlackborn LOTTE and
Westelle were and sook,
Registration patrol,
3rd Time
Patrolled to No Goodain,
0320
Ordered to best, with the Stella Rivel.
1220
Borthed.
202
Authority - R.O.II, D-329,
(1) D.R. states "survivors taken off by
(2) D.R. Da29, states Meank by minos.
192

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LORD RODNEY
LORD KEITH
R. Durrant, Master
LORD ST. VINCENT
Drifter
R. Pye, Master.
LORD COLLINGWOOD
ANGLER II(
NAYLAND( 1)
NEW BRITANNIC
M/L's
WALKER I(1)
W. Matthews, Cox.
WALKER II (1)
A. Cadman, Cox.
P. King, Cox.
28th May
1430
A convoy consisting of the above
vessels left Ramsgate for Dunkirk,
in company with the tug Java
(Cdr. J. Glendinning, R.N.R.)
29th May
0100
The convoy arrived off Bray.
Walker I and Walker II went into the
beach, and then proceeded up to
Dunkirk harbour.
0530ca
Small boats from the tug and the
drifter ferried troops from the shore
to ships.
1000
All ships were ordered by a destroyer
to go to Dunkirk pier, where troops
were embarked.
Leaving Walker I and Walker II for
the use of N.O.I.C. Pier, Dunkirk,
the remaining ships sailed for
Ramsgate. On leaving the Zuydcoote
Pass, however, the cr. Calcutta
1230
ordered all troops to be transferred
to her and the drifters and M/L's to
1250
return to the beaches.
This they did, and carried on towing
boats and ferrying troops.
1900
No ships remaining to be filled, the
drifters and M/L's sailed for
Ramsgate with troops; the tug Java
in company.
30th May
0520
Troops landed at Ramsgate as follows(2)
to
Lord Collingwood & Keith 645.
0740
Lord St. Vincent 150.
lst June
0930
New Britannic disembarked at Ramsgate
83 troops. (2)
1650
Walker I disembarked at Ramsgate 29
troops. (2)
2nd June
0703
The Nayland disembarked 28 troops at
Ramsgate. (2)
Note: She is also recorded to have
disembarked troops at 0740 and
1120(1) - BO must have been
ferrying troops from off-lying
ships to Ramsgate harbour.
4th June
0635
The Walker II disembarked 76 troops at
Ramsgate. (2)
(1) Not mentioned in D.R's list of ships.
(2) Ramsgate report.
194

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LORD ST. VINCENT
Drifter E.N.I.I)
S. Perker, Correin
30th May See under Lord Rodney. targate for Dunkirk in tow of 6
motor "burgon (1) commanded by a
Naval officer. Boate were taken
from the fore shore, and omborked
02 various staft that were also
going over.
2400ca
Arrived Dunkirk, The barge ron aground
neer Ricuport [7] and the lireboat,
unable to refloat her, loid out an
anchor on a long length of stre. The
barge eventually reflocted.
The life bost ferried British and
Prench troops to the barge,
By now 18 was low tide and the life
boat WGB hard on the send; she
had to wait for the tide to flow,
Ust May
04000a
Continued ferrying Cill daylight, *go
could see the troops cost and west
of 08 stretching along the came B.S.
far as we could 800".
060000
There was now a neaty mit on the
shore. Forried $20000 to R destroys
[the Icarnel. "Troope were rushing
out to us from all directions and
were being drowned closs to us and
we 00010 not get to them ***** 10
seemed to NO we were doing core harm
by draning the men off the shore, as
with their heavy otothing, the surf
was knooking them 0782 and they were
unable to get 40%
"The wheler Crom the destroyer
was awamped, so was the mine
pinnace that was working with the
whaler, and 80 it V60 413 along
the sands 80 for EA I could zee, both 1
sides of 08, and there west not a
boat left aflost*,
0830
Procesded. Neur Bonkirk picked do a
pavel officers and 15 retings from a
whaler which USE anst adrift.
2450
Arrived Margate. Memberskall 17-
Total 17.
The Lord Soothborough ferried about 500 troopa.
Authority - TO. 9144/41.
(1) Not identified.
19607

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LOUIS-IRENE (H.80)
Belgian drifter
31st May
1335
Routed from the Downs to Dunkirk by
WIN My
the French dr. Leopard, in company
with the tr. Chasse-Maree and six
other trawlers.
Did
Jobé
No other details are available.
(2)
Total Lostes Morie 57
United
308
Louise Marie AD 2
any M/S
Riche
Lutteur Remorgances dispute, the
defa do Marine Nationals
Expique a various Collet
Note by Cdr, Case of Proton Historical Dept.
(1) Referred to in 200 "Lotter".
D.R.
201

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LUCY LAVERS
Aldeburgh life boat
s/Lt. T.W. Betts,
R.N.V.R.
veesel,
2nd June
1400ca
Left for Dunkirk in tow of the dfr.
"Golden Sunshine" [i.e. the Golden
Sunbeam].
-
Arrived Dunkirk harbour. Took on a
load of French troops.
-
Towed back to Dover by the drifter
[to which apparently the troops had
been transferred].
N11
Authority - R.O.II, p.221.
(1) D.R.
204

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LYDD
5th M/S Flotilla
Lt. Cdr. R.C.D. Haig, R.N.
28th May
1200
Sailed company. from Harwich, 5th U.S.F. in
2155ca
Arrived Dunkirk. off Braye-Dunes. Ordered to
Secured alongside eastern jetty.
2250
Proceeded. Embarked about 400 troops.
2318ca
When about 2 miles east of the harbour
entrance, collided with a drifter
[Girl Pamela]. Her crew was taken
on board "another drifter" [actually
the dfrs. Metsukis and Lord Howard
The Girl Pamela subsequently sank.
29th May
0200
off Kwinte Bank Buoy sighted (by the
light of an Aldis lamp) the bow and
stern portions of the dr. Wakeful
above water with men clinging to
them. Lowered a whaler and two
carley floats. The M/S Gossamer
ordered Lydd to put out her lamp and
drop a depth charge; the latter
order could not be carried out
because of the men in the water.
When 20 survivors had been picked up
the Dr. Grafton appeared and ordered
Lydd to circle round her.
0307ca
An explosion occurred at the Grafton's
stern she had been torpedoed].
Lydd sighted, nearly stern on,
an'M.T.B." about 50 yards away on the
starboard beam [it was in fact the
dfr. Comfort]; Lydd opened fire with
2 Lewis guns and raked her up the
stern.
Grafton was then closed, but as she
did not need immediate assistance,
Lydd circled round to finish off the
"M.T.B." A dark object was sighted
and Lydd opened fire with Lewis guns
and 4-inch; the Grafton also opened
fire. Lydd then rammed the supposed
"M.T.B."; as she was hit, figures
sprang at the ship and it was
thought that an attempt was being
made to board - fire was therefore
opened with rifles. Two men were
taken off the vessel, and it was
then learnt that she was the Comfort.
Grafton still needed no assistance,
80 Lydd proceeded to Ramsgate, where
-
she disembarked 300 troops.
Left Ramsgate for Dunkirk by Y route.
-
1700
off Nieuport Bank buoy, air attacks
on ships, particularly the H/C
Arrived off Braye-Dunes. Sent boats
St. Julien.
1730
A call for assistance from the S.S.
inshore to embark troops.
1745
Macalister, which was on fire,
Clan was passed to the M/S Pangbourne
The which S/V Crested Eagle which on fire, had
had just arrived.
1800ca
Sp. bombed aft and was Lydd,
been beached herself close to
208

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MARE
Harwich
drifter
Skipper A.H.W. Pendle, R.N.R.
Group Offr: Cdr. J.W.D. Powell,
D.S.C. (Bar) R.N.R
31st May
0930
Arrived Ramagate with 7 other Harwich
drifters in company.
1st June
-
Left for Dunkirk with the dfrs.
Three Kings, Tweenways and Unicity
1248
in company.
Rounding S.E. Outer Ruytingen buoy,
bombed. observed 3 patrol trawlers being
1300
Saw troopship Scotia lying on her side.
The Mare's life boat brought in 9
French soldiers, and 6 others were
hauled on board. These were
transferred (together with 2 picked
up by the Three Kings and 1 by the
Tweenways) to the Ramsgate-bound
dfrs. Jacketa and Fidget.
One wounded man was taken off the
burning Scotia.
1540
Off Dunkirk. Went alongside west pier.
Air attack. Embarked about 230
French and Belgian troops.
1645
Proceeded with 14 men in a life boat
towed astern. Air attacks off No.5
buoy, and Dyck Bank buoy.
2200
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 219
troops and 1 dead. (1)
Total 219(2)
Authority - - R.O.II, p.331.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches
Cdr. J.W.D. Powell, D.S.C. (Bar), R.N.R.
magate report, which names the ship "Marie".
mentioned in D.R.
233

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MIDAS
F/B drifter
Skpr. H. Holden R.N.R.
See under Flare burning drifters.
The following awards were made:
D.S.C. Skipper H. Holden, R.N.R.
D.S.H.
Seaman
W.O. Blowers
Second Hand J. Bettess
DAIR
272

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H.L.G.17(1)
Landing Craft
L/S. A. Coleman, Coxewain.
3rd June
M.L.C.17 was hoisted out of the S.S.
City of Christchurch at W buoy, about
100
12 miles from Dunkirk.
-
M.L.C.17 had only one engine in action.
Two miles off the coast, that engine
1630ca
stopped and M.L.C.17 was anchored.
M.L.C.17 was taken in tow by a French
drifter. The tow parted, and the
French skipper refused to pick up the
craft again.
M.L.C.17's crew remained in the
2200ca
drifter, which went on to Dunkirk.
Towers,
R.N."
N11.
2nd June
0350cm
Left the harbour and transferred the
troops to the 0/D Locast.
Went to & small tug [the Foagal which
Authority - R.O.III, p.535. grounded on a sand bank and
to pull her
off. Embarked 100 troops from
her.
Set course for Dover.
-
Took in toy a drifting W/B [probably
the (3) filled with troops.
-
Sighted M.L.C.12 drifting: transferred
the crew to N.L.C.21.
0800ce
M.L.C.12 was abandoned.
The M/B pauleter came alongaide for
-
petrol and ammunition.
1415
Arrived Remegate, Disenbersed
troops.(3)
M.L.C.21 was then
Authority - R.O.III, D.531.
(1) (2) Not There mentioned B/Lt. in D.R. Re Towern but no 0/24 and the
(3) R.N. von in B the Navy List. that strunier N.L.C.21** ALLINA
atated the OF DO2 AMERICA the and OF know of
(1) Not mentioned in D.R. La in D.R'S
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OCEAN BREEZE
Drifter
Lieut. V.A. de Mauny, R.N.
Skipper Bailley (?)
30th May
1245
Sailed from Ramsgate with 2 whalers in
1920ca
tow, by X route for Dunkirk.
Arrived off Malo beach. Commenced
embarking troops. A motor boat,
manned by civilians, towed the Ocean
Breeze's boats to and from the beach
had been embarked.
until dark, by which time 170 troops
Contacted Lieut. McMullan in the Sk.
Twente.
2300
Turned over the 2 whalers to a tug.
Sailed for Ramsgate by X route.
31st May
0400
Arrived Ramagate. Disembarked 107
British and 2 French troops. (1)
0830
Sailed by route X for Dunkirk.
1340ca
Arrived off Malo beach. No boats
available.
1500
Was able to borrow a whaler. Air
attacks commenced and continued
almost without pause. Seven bombers
were brought down by gunfire.
1530
The whaler had by now made one trip.
Contacted S/Lt. Cornish in a N/B
[the Lansdowne] who was of great
assistance.
1700
Having embarked mostly French troops,
shifted to La Panne, with S/Lt.
Cornish and his M/B and embarked
British troops.
2030
Turned over the whaler to S/Lt. Cornish
and asked him to report to the sk.
Atlantic which needed boats.
Sailed by route X (during an air
attack) with about 150 troops on board
lst June
1600
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 150
troops. (2)
Total 259
[On 2nd June, Lieut. de Mauny went over in the
W.D/M.L. Haig].
Authority - R.O.II, p.547.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches.
Lieut. V.A. de Mauny, R.N.
(2)
(2)
(2) Estimated. Ramsgate report. Ramsgate report states "sandown, Ocean Breeze
(1)
and Jackeve, 564". 355

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OPERATION X.D.
DEMOLITIONS CARRIED OUT AT DUNKIRK
(See Plan )
Naval Demolition Party "E", under the command of
Commander W.E. Banks, R.N. landed at Dunkirk on 23rd May.
on the following day, a conference was held with the
French, at which the following demolitions in the dockyard to
be undertaken by the British and French respectively were
agreed upon:-
British responsibility: The New lock, the Trystram lock
and the Guillain lock.
French responsibility:
Le Main lock (between the
Commercial Dock and the tidal
basin), and all the pumping
stations and the bridges over the
locks and canals.
Commander Banks was assisted by a Royal Engineer demolition
party under Captain West, R.E., this party embarked for
England on 26th May. The French demolition party consisted of
an officer and 20 Beamen ratings.
On 27th May, on the orders of Amiral du Nord (Admiral
Abrial), charges were placed and primed at the New, Trystram
and Guillain locks. The charges at the last two locks were
later hauled up again to permit of some ships going through.
On 28th May, the B.N.L.O. (Commander H.P. Henderson)
introduced Commander Banks to the S.N.O. Dunkirk who apparently
was unaware of the proposed Operation X.D. (see also Appendix
N, signal N.22).
Commander Banks then embarked in the drifter Ut Prosim and
spent an hour or two assisting in the evacuation of troops.
A rather confused situation led to Commander Banks mistakenly
returning to England before the demolitions had been carried
out; he returned to Dunkirk, however, the following day, 30th
June.
It was not until 2nd June that Admiral Abrial decided
to carry out the following modified programme of demolitions:-
New lock.
Gates and bridge to be demolished.
Trystram
lock. The two gates at the outer and inner
ends to be demolished.
Guillain lock. The two northern gates to be demolished.
Le Main lock.
The gate to be demolished.
All bridges had to be left, as large numbers of French troops
were still withdrawing across them.
not under water and four primers had been exploded by bomb or
By the 2nd June, however, two of the charges which were
shell fire; they had been replaced and re-fuzed, but supplies
of demolition stores were running short.
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F/B drifter
Lt. Cdr. R.H. prior, R.H.
PAXTON
Skipper A.H. Lovis, R.H.R.
1630ca
28th May( 1)
Approaching Dunkirk, a near miss from
a bomber blew a hole in the ship's
side. She made water instantly,
but, sinking steadily, proceeded to
a position in the harbour, clear of
the fairway.
1655ca
The Paxton settled down and was
abandoned in shallow water.
Authority - D.R. R.O. Case 6256.
The following awards were made:
skipper D.S.C. Л.И. Lovis, R.N. R.
D.S.M. Second Hand S. Rose.
do
Ison Ld
(1) According to Captain A/P. Dover, the date we 27th May.
bunning dri fters).

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French trawler
Patron P. Elran
PIERRE
see under Marie
ENE CUITER
Gara
SEAL
in
170000
XIS M Pantirs, 1003pt
on EA/
sith sumitions nos
Consenced to online at the college
when morly uniruded, they
1000 probotor because or the howay
1900
The There street 9a 3
shiller the A W/8
22000s
Americand are the No Goodate to tratt
department
06000m
Transata new Not convoys
3 am
2200
The salief for Datistring
620mg 2014 or the when thise savies
nandesvoused as ardored.
-
Hear No Coodsin encores In Date
PronesSed.
on June
[Ramagote report states that at 0955,
the Lion* Invoiced 8 Addred
trooja. This may have boon the used
10000s
serived OFF beach. No $2000.00
Entered the harenur. Bow no shine
and only name distent troons.
The Helgiun drifter SALE ensered the
herbons Anned non to bring off
BOTO troops.
Dow E E/D going towards Convelines.
vent after new and found 50 Anglish
troops on hoard #neerly deal with the
fear". Took them on 209 1-12
brought about 50 trooper she then
londed up again.
(roceeded to complete
Arrived Educates
Presentably 100, and the
about 50+1 57
to Jone
144500
Gailed for Duartrk.
-
Bear V 2009 BRW a perisoops, moving
Ansered L.N.K. munkik and overloaded
the with 350 Employee
Proceeded.
(on the 300 June, D.B. records that crouped the
"Dupene" located 307
TT or erigin be these 3 truviers was Endloyee
Wer negister) that the and the defector LierreNeric
THE In Hamagoto or Dover Reports.
Wilson 3
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PIERRE & MARIE( 2)
French and trawlers( (1)
EMPERRE( 2) [337 tons]
Royer in charge of
Enseigne de valseeau
the convoy.
GERARD
Belgian drifters
LEON MARIE
in convoy.
THERESH COMPAS
1700ca
31st May
The with convoy arrived at Dunkirk, loaded
munitions and food.
Commenced to unload at the railway
left jetty. When nearly unloaded, they
artillery bombardment.
the harbour because of the heavy
1900
The Pierre Marie picked up 3 English
2200ca
sailors from a drifting M/B.
Anchored daylight. off the N. Goodwin to await
1st June
0600ca
Arrived Ramsgate with the convoy.
2200
The Pierre & Marie sailed for Dunkirk
alone, none of the other ships having
rendezvoused as ordered.
-
Near N. Goodwin anchored in fog.
2nd June
0400ca
Proceeded.
[Ramsgate report states that at 0955,
the "Emma Lion" landed 29 Allied
troops. This may have been the Emma]
1000ca
Arrived off Malo beach. No troops seen.
Entered the harbour. Saw no ships
and only some distant troops.
The Belgian drifter 2.40 entered the
harbour. Asked her to bring off
some troops.
Saw a M/L going towards Gravelines.
Went after her and found 50 English
troops on board "nearly dead with
fear". Took them on board. The 4.40
brought about 50 troops; she then
loaded up again.
-
Proceeded 2.40 in company.
-
Arrived Ramsgate.
Presumably disembarked 100, and the
2.40 about 50. 3)
3rd June
1445ca
Sailed for Dunkirk.
-
Near V buoy saw a periscope, moving
Entered Dunkirk harbour and overloaded
E.N.E.
-
the ship with 350 troops.
Proceeded.
[on June, D.R. records that the
"Dupene" the 3rd [?Duperre] landed 307 troops]
(1) (2) The port or was Boulogne
(3) D. were (Lloyds R. states gister) origin of these 3 trawlers drifter ierre Marie
Not mentioned sunk. that in Ramsgate the Duperre or Dover and the Reports.
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100
the x PROFES of \ OF
isembarked 293
& Marie 393
= of STATE THE R THE 1. and
29
307
o No.26.
STATE in A the and the you and a a
and a -
Jesz
Me
Proceeded. report states that Allied at 09555
[Imagute idon" landed 9
troops. the THE This my have been the smal
Itics grived off Balo besche To troops seets
Extered the barbonn See III ships
atd only some distant troops.
The Belgian drifter LLO entered the
harbour. liked her to being off
some troops.
by sent EEP after L/L going tounção Gravelines.
troops DO Took board be and 'tearly found 50 inglish
/ E 7 If /
brought loaded TO about assin the 50 trops; 00 the The da then Lip
/ 7 I a A # -
7 - 4F THE F
SEAL I THE / 3 a " N / /
and United I
anded 293 on 4th June.
SEAL * /
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PIERRE & MARIE( 2)
French trawlers (1)
and
Enseigne de valsseau
DUPERRE( 2) [337 tons]
Royer in charge of
the convoy.
GERARD
Belgian drifters
AHNE LEON MARIE
in convoy.
THERESE COMPAS
1700ca
31st May
The convoy arrived at Dunkirk, loaded
with munitions and food.
Commenced to unload at the railway
jetty. When nearly unloaded, they
left the harbour because of the heavy
artillery bombardment.
1900
The Pierre Marie picked up 3 English
sailors from a drifting M/B.
2200ca
Anchored off the N. Goodwin to await
daylight.
1st June
0600ca
Arrived Ramsgate with the convoy.
2200
The Pierre & Marie salled for Dunkirk
alone, none of the other ships having
rendezvoused as ordered.
-
Near N. Goodwin anchored in fog.
2nd June
0400ca
Proceeded.
[Ramsgate report states that at 0955,
the "Emma Lion" landed 29 Allied
troops. This may have been the Emma]
1000ca
Arrived off Malo beach. No troops seendr-
Entered the harbour. Saw no ships
and only some distant troops.
The Belgian drifter 2.40 entered the
harbour. Asked her to bring off
some troops.
Saw a M/L going towards Gravelines.
Went after her and found 50 English
troops on board "nearly dead with
fear". Took them on board. The 4.40
brought about 50 troops; she then
loaded up again.
-
Proceeded 2.40 in company.
-
Arrived Ramsgate.
Presumably disembarked 100, and the
7.40 about 50. (3)
3rd June
1445ca
Sailed for Dunkirk.
-
Near V buoy saw a periscope, moving
Entered E.N.E. Dunkirk harbour and overloaded
-
the ship with 350 troops.
Proceeded.
[on the 3rd June, D.R. records that the
"Dupene" [?Duperre] landed 307 troops]
(1) The port of origin of these 3 trawlers was Boulogne
(2) D. R. (Lloyds states Register) that the Duperre and the drifter ierre Marie
(3) Not mentioned sunk. in Ramsgate or Dover Reports.
were
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Drifter
PLAYMATES(1)
(3.66)
Employed to divert traffic from
LEEK
2420
magnetic mines off S. Foreland
30th May
(see Appx. J, signal J.14). 1th the
Dovonia and Brighton THE
Mach ship was then ordered by the
90999 of Thank to act independently.
0455
Plinlimson 100 for La Fance.
3188 usy
1225
Arrived off Let portine Anobored closs
in Eneaty consented shellings
Ordered by a 15.12 to vetch anshor.
TOOK in for a portially disabled u/
with 30 troops on board.
Bohsequently embarked these trops
and advised the M/B to proceed on
her one good engine.
1330
Ordered by Re fing officer in &
destroyers R.A. Dover, in the
Ketthl to proceed into Dunktrks
2425
Secured alongaide best pier,
immediately southward of 00 sunken
travior, (the Calvil.
Embarked troops alosly, ofter sending
officers along the pier to collect
Cast them. off and proceeded with about 900
1740
1755
pilot officer Verity (or Biggin Hill
troops on board.
Messerschmitt, was as the 68010 commity
Aerodrome) having just shot down #
himself shot down, and perachuted
into the see 300 yards aboad of the
Arrived Maymate, Disembarked 900
ship. The was houled on board.
2100
troops, (1)
participation in Operation Dynamo.
The degausaed, was deberred from further
Plinlimmon, not having been
The ship's company volunteered (4.7)
3rd June
0900
whose to crew were examuated.
entire take over the 2.8/8 oriole
returned to
4th June
1400ca
Total 900
Authority - R.O.I, ₽.333.
(1) cording report. to the Plintismon disembarked arror. 150 troops
unn & Wilson Ltd
-
Not mentioned in D.R. D.R's list of ships.
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QUISISANA
M/B (s. Eldridge)
S/Lt. A.J. Weaver,
R.N.V.R.
1st June
-
Went to Dunkirk.
-
Embarked 1 officer and 17 other ranks
(mostly Coldstream Guards) from beach.
-
Proceeded.
-
15 miles from Dunkirk, taken in tow by
the "Tug" [1.e. the drifter] Young Mun
2nd June
-
and towed to Dover.
[s/Lt. Weaver then went to the tug
Sun x]
Total 18
Authority - R.O.II, p.219, 393.
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REED
M/S drifter
See under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful)
111 <<<<<< 1111 1111-1
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RENASCENT
Drifter (Sheerness
Skpr. R.E. Hannaford,
M/S Command)
R.N.R.
31st May
0500ca
Left Ramsgate for Dunkirk.
-
Arrived Dunkirk. Directed by a
destroyer to the beach 8 miles to the
eastward.
-
Air attack. Embarked troops from small
boats.
-
Ordered by a destroyer to go back to
the westward.
1700ca
On the way west, ordered by an "Eagle"
paddle-steamer [the Golden Eagle]
to transfer the troops then on board
to her.
-
Ran the Renascent on to the beach and
embarked troops.
-
Refloated, having embarked 180 troops.
2030
Proceeded. Air attack.
1st June
0800
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 180
troops. (1)
1740
Sailed for Dunkirk.
2300
While in Dunkirk roads, and "following
a large steam yacht" [the F.A.A.
Yacht Grive], the yacht blew up and
disappeared. She had been mined.
Renascent lowered a boat and picked
up 4 survivors. Visibility was very
poor and the smoke from the shore was
hanging on the water.
-
Proceeded into Dunkirk harbour.
Embarked 80 British troops. The
French would not embark.
2nd June
0200
Proceeded.
0700
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 80
troops. (2)
Total 260
Authority - R.O.II, p.372.
(1) Ramagate report states 66. D.R. does not mention.
(2) Ramsgate report states 70. D.R. states 80.
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REWGA
M/S drifter
See under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful)
May
30th usy
Flat
May
1120
(1) Rian was a Dutch vessel or 032 tons (Lieyde Degister)
the 1a not mentioned in or the
Director
or
of
nowever a Dutch skoot.
(2) managate report.
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RIG
Harwich
Skipper E. Beckham, R.N.R.
drifter
welbourne,
(let
31st May
Lieut.
1100
Left Ramsgate, towing a life boat.
May
1700
Arrived Dunkirk. Dropped anchor near
1644
beach and embarked troops during an
air attack.
Ship
1815
Towed a grounded motor launch off
the beach, and filled it with 3
life boat loads of troops.
2100
Proceeded with about 60 French troops
30th May
0830
on board.
1st June
0830
Ramsgate. Disembarked 60 French
31st May
1430
troops. (1)
broken down 2 off
Total 60(2)
lat June
0700
Left Dover with the M/B Skylark and
three motor launches from Vrede in
tow.
1300
Arrived Dunkirk roads. Ordered by
Authority - R.O.II, p.331.
Capt. R. Pim R.N.V.R. in the sk. Hill
to return to the Downs and make
Dunkirk again at nightfall.
1340
Intercepted by French destroyer T.113
and asked to take over 80 French ard
9 British survivore, some wounded.
1400
Proceeded to Ramsgate, having sent the
launches to Dover under their own
power.
1800
Arrived Remseate. Disembarked 200
troops. (1)
2nd June
2000
Proceeded with lannch and one boat in
tow, under command of Lt. Cdr.
Miller R.N.R., to rendesvous with
Admiral Taylor off Dunkirk Pier.
3rd June
0115
Arrived off Dunkirk entrance.
Occasional air attacks. Contacted
troops.
0330
Ordered by Admiral Taylor to return
to Ramsgate.
0800
Arrived Ramsgate.
Total 495
Authority - R.O.II, p.126.
(1) Ramsgate report states that 26 British troops were
disembarked.
(2) Not mentioned in D.R.
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Drifter
M/V (Owner, R.B. Grey)
?
This drifter assisted in evacuation work off
Dunkirk beaches.
Did not return from Operation Dynamo.
No details are available (but 800
The Robert Cliff is included in D.R's list of ships.
Authority - TO.9144.
Authority - C. TO.9436.
(1) Nothing 18 known of this vessel.
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ROBERT CLIFF 1)
Drifter
This drifter assisted in evacuation work off
Dunkirk beaches.
No details are available (but see Erica).
The Robert Cliff is included in D.R's list of ships.
Authority T0.9144.
Authority - C.W. 29685/40.
(1) Nothing is known of this vessel.
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ROYAL EAGLE
Sp. Serv.
Cdr. E.C. Cordeaux, M.B.
Vessel
M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P., R.N.
Ty. Lt. Cdr. E.F.A. Farrow,
R.N.R.
29th May
1030
Left the Downs for Dunkirk by Y route,
the Sp. S/V Crested Eagle astern.
1530
Anchored off La Panne.
1630
Air attack. The dr. Greyhound damaged.
A drifter sèt on fire. Some
casualties embarked from boats crews
and soldiers. Cdr. Cordeaux went
overboard to assist rescue work and
to clear the propeller of a M/B.
After 1 hours' immersion, Cdr.
Cordeaux collapsed for 4 hours during
which time Lt. Cdr. Farrow assumed
command.
2030ca
Ordered by a M/S to return to Dover.
Cdr. Cordeaux decided to return to
£
Margate, as being more suitable.
30th May
0600ca
Arrived Margate. Disembarked 700
troops, (1) including the C.O.S. to the
C. in C.
1100ca
Proceeded by route Y.
When near West Hinder buoy, informed
that ships were to use X, not Y
route. Continued on Y route, in
view of the ship's high speed.
1530ca
Anchored 3 miles east of Dunkirk.
Ordered to proceed to Dunkirk, but
in view of the number of troops on
the beach, ignored the signal.
2200ca
Ship full to capacity. Proceeded via
route Y. (Later, Cdr. Cordeaux
considered he had unduly hazarded the
ship by using this route).
31st May
0600
Arrived Sheerness. Disembarked 1710
B.E.F., 71 French, and (at Chatham)
50 casualties; total 1831. (2)
1st June
0800ca
Sailed for Dunkirk beaches, by route X.
When half way across, returned to
Ramsgate, by order.
1530
Sailed for Dunkirk.
2200
Arrived off the beaches. Embarked
French troops from a drifter.
2nd June
0300ca
Weighed and picked up men from two
boats inshore. Proceeded with 120
French and 6 British troops.
-
Arrived Sheerness. Disembarked 126
troops. (3)
Boiler defect. Cdr. Cordeaux transfer-
1320
red to Sp. S/V Golden Eagle.
Total 2657
Authority - R.O.II, p.282.
.M.6213/40.
(1) D.R. states these were landed on 29th May.
(2) D.R. states 1700 were landed on 30th May.
(3) D.R. states 1250 were landed on 1st June.
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SABRE (continued)
29th May
1815ca
and a stoker from the dr. Grenade;
(contd.)
(contd.)
also some Frenchmen from a raft. Dive
bombed during these operations but
no damage.
-
Proceeded to Bray to land W/T set and
1900ca
telegraphists; requisitioned a small
M/L the Advance] for this purpose.
Continuous dive bombing attacks.
2000ca
The sl. Bideford and the dr. Saladin
seen to be hit; also 3 transports
[among them the Lorina and a trawler.
The Sabre was shaken by near misses.
2010
All ammunition expended. Destroyers
ordered to withdraw. Proceeded in
company with the drs. Verity and
Saladin which could only do 15 knots.
30th May
0515
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 1200 troops.
0830
Proceeded, with a borrowed whaler, to
170
Dunkirk.
1145
Secured to east pier, Dunkirk, and
embarked troops.
-
Grounded when leaving the pier; slight
damage.
1530
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 500 troops.
1615
To Dunkirk by route Z.
-
Sank a drifting mine.
-
Shadowed by a reconnaissance aircraft;
XR
near No. 6 Calais buoy came under fire
from shore batteries. Several hits
on bridge and upper works; one through
the Master gyro compass. A splinter
penetrated the deck and admitted water
to No. 2 Oil fuel tank. D.G. cable
pierced, magnetic compass useless. (1)
Returned to Dover.
2030
Arrived Dover for repairs.
31st May
2120
Repairs completed, sailed for Dunkirk.
1st June
0115
Off the eastern beach. Sent in the
ship's M/B and motor skiff. No
troops found so proceeded further
east.
Went alongside a drifter [probably the
-
Fair Breeze] which was stranded on a
submerged wreck, and trook off the
crew and troops.
0400ca
Off Bray, embarked troops by ship's
boats. Other destroyers were there,
including the Shikari.
0530ca
Meanwhile on orders from R.A. Dover
(in dr. Keith), went alongside a
tug [ the Vincia], took off her
troops and sent her to tow offthe M/S
Speedwell. (2)
(1) Sabre's compass remained unreliable throughout the remainder
(2) The of the operation. does not mention this. The Speedwell Kellett says does she
was Vincia towed off by the M/S Kellett, but the
not mention the incident either.
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SAMBRE
Ex-Belgian Canal
Boat
S/Lt. C.A. Thompson, the R.N.V.R. (M/B Cordelia)
reports on Sambre as follows:
29th May
1800
Three the ex-Belgian boats, the Sambre,
1815
tow of the drifter G.R.1740.6) (2)
Yser and one other left Dover in
One Belgian boat got a rope round its
1830
propeller and returned to Dover.
The M/B Cordelia now joined company
with G.R.1740 and the 2 remaining
Belgian boats.
2000
A destroyer( 1) took one of the two
Belgian boats in tow.
[2010
The Cordelia tied up astern of the
remaining Belgian boat and proceeded
in tow of G.R.1740 towards La Panne].
I
According to Cdre. A.H. Taylor:
170
30th May
The Sambre was towed over to Dunkirk
with a sister ship the Ambleve, by
the M/S Skipjack.
The Sambre, subsequently returned
to England.
Total Unknown
Authority - R.O.II, pp.239, 391.
)ᵃ
(1) No mentions this.
(2) destroyer Gerrais Bentrus where Fishing Number 740;
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SARAH HYDE
Harwich
drifter
Skipper Unit H.G. Meen, R.N.R.
Offr: Lt. J.I. Cruicks-
hank, R.N.V.R.
1330
31st May
Left with Ramsgate the for Dunkirk in company
vessels. dfr. Strive and other
1920
In 3 Dunkirk channel, in an air
2135
2300
Arrived Shifted off Malo beach. Boats crash. in.
enemy planes were seen to fight,
of shore bombardment.
billet 300 yards west because sent
1st June
0015
A motor boat, with two life boats in
tow, made fast astern of the
Sarah Hyde. No soldiers had been
located on the beach.
0145
Four smacks [Cockle Bawley boats]
put 5 officers and 95 men an board.
One of the smacks [the Endeavour]
having smashed her rudder was taken
in tow.
Proceeded. Air attack in Dunkirk
Channel.
0850
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 100
troops. (1)
Total 100(2)
Authority - - R.O.II, p.331-2.
)
x
(1) Ramsgate report states 88 B.E.F. and 2 Allied.
(2) Not mentioned in D.R.
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SERIOLA (continued)
Barrell,
The Seriola ferried about 900 troops
from shore to ships.
.)
29th Authority - R.O.II, p.308. Princess
May
Southend; in
ep-
ratings),
Queen (2 rating and
civilian), and Cocen
by 3 civilians).
r
The following awards were made: west of Dunkirk, the
or H.M.
D.S.C. Sub.Lieut. T.E. Godman, R.N.V.R.
The
[See also Noneta, Naval Steam Pinnace and Marsayru]
der
Eay
Canvey Oncen's
was takon in by Shamrock.
0430ca
Donkirk.
Abamrock, Cenvey Queen and Princess
Hand ferried troops to
including the [1.0. the Anthony] I
Doring
the
Maud aground and had to
be abandened.
Shamrock's propeller become fouled
and she was towed by the Canvey Queen
31
to the "H-40" which embarked her crew.
The Susmrook was abandoned.
1645
The Carryey Queen at this time was able
to perform uneful service towing
boats for the drifter Fairbresse.
The Canvey queen fouled her propeller,
and was abandoped off Dunkirk, (4)
1)
Mr. Barrell estimates that about 1500
1
troops were ferried by the above
motor vessels.
Authority TO.9436,-
Owner W.H. Wilson.
According E. to Crouch. a report in TO.9144, this was the M/S "Tilly")
but WILD no of the
Tilly not the
by 15/6/40.
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M/L
SHAMROCK
A. Barrell, Owner Skipper
PRINCESS MAUD(1)
CANVEY
M/L's
QUEEN OF ENGLAND (2)
1138
29th May
The Shamrock left Southend; in
ep.
(manned by naval ratings), the
company were the M.L's Princess Maud
Canvey Queen (1 naval rating and 1
civilian), and the Queen of England
(manned by 3 civilians).
About 10 miles west of Dunkirk, the
Queen of England was rammed amidships
by one of H.M. ships(3) and sank
immediately. The crew were picked
up by the Shamrock and transferred
to the ship, which proceeded.
der
30th May
-
Canvey Queen's engines stopped and she
was taken in tow by Shamrock.
0430ca
Arrived Dunkirk.
Shamrock, Canvey Queen and Princess
Maud ferried troops to destroyers,
including the "H.40" [i.e. the Anthony]
During these operations the
Princess Maud went aground and had to
be abandoned.
Shamrock's propeller became fouled
and she was towed by the Canvey Queen
31
to the "H.40" which embarked her crew.
The Shamrock was abandoned.
1645
The Canvey Queen at this time was able
to perform useful service towing
boats for the drifter Fairbreeze.
-
The Canvey Queen fouled her propeller,
and was abandoned off Dunkirk. (4)
1)
Mr. Barrell estimates that about 1500
troops were ferried by the above
motor vessels.
Authority TO.9436.
TO.9144.
(1) Owner - W.H. Wilson.
(3) Owner According - E. to Crouch. TO.9144, this was the M/S "Tilly";
but there was a report no minesweeper in of that name, the skoot
(4) Tilly does the matter.
Report by N.C.S.O. not mention Thames, dated 15/6/40.
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SHIPMATES
F/B drifter
Ty.Skpr. H.E. Ward.
0130
318
With in soldiers on board, went
but approx. refloated. position Break (?) aground buoy,
F
See under Flare burning drifters.
ep
The following awards were made:
Second D.S.M. Hand H. Cuthbertson
ler
il
1)
e
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SMOLT
(J.118)
M/B (Owner A.W.
Williams)
Actg. S/Lt. J.W.S.Culham,
29th May May ca
1345
Sailed the way for over. Dunkirk, but broke B.N.V.R down R.N. on
1800
Towed back by [the drifter] Midas
Took no part in Dynamo. the 3 ships
[s/Lt. Culham then went over in the M/B Glitter II] to
2120
Air attack.
2140
Air attack.
2200
The tide being now 2 hours ebb,
Authority - R.O.II, p.393. decided it was too hazardous to
Penne. besch the ship, so anobored off La
Gent in the ship's botts and
assisted by esteral small craft,
embarked troope. The beach was under
artillery fire.
31st May
0500
The ship being filled to capacity,
proceeded to Harwich.
1235
Arrived Harwich. Disemberked 520
troops. (2)
Lot June
1450
Bailed from Harwich for Duckirk,
towing 4 cutters. En coute, sighted
aquadrons of R.A.F. planes.
2145
Arrived off Dankirz.
2155
Anchored 12 miles east of Donkirk
[Malo beach). Sent the 4 outters and
the ship's boats in to the beach.
The ship was under fire from e pasy
guns throughout the Hight,
2nd June
0330
The ship being filled to capacity
proceeded to Harwien.
0415
Overtook a Royal Engineers ferry londed
with troops, in command of Licut.
Ponsenby, R.N.V.R. Trunsferred
the troops to the Sumerell; Licut.
Ponsonby then proceeded back to
1130
Moored Dunkirk. slownide at Serwich.
Disembarked 7611 troope.
Total 951
Authority - R.O.I., D.370,
(1) Lient. Brett given his pank as "Lieut. R.N.B.", wes a but
according to the June 1940 Havy List he
(9) D.R.
"Pemporary Licuterant, 158 R.N.V.B.",

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STARLIGHT RAYS
Danlaying drifter
Dover M/S Command)
Skipper A. Buchan,
Lt. W.R. Hutcheson,
R.N.R.
R.N.V.R.
-
30th May
-
Dover returned to Dunkirk. Embarked troops and
troops. to Dover. Disembarked 91
-
1st June
-
Dover to Dunkirk for troops. Returned
to Dover. Disembarked 100 troops. (1)
2nd June
-
Dover to Dunkirk for troops. Returned
-
to Dover. Disembarked 100 troops. (1)
3rd June
-
To Dunkirk for troops.
-
Dover. Disembarked 319 troops.
Total 610
Authority - - R.O.II, p.498
(1) Estimated. No figures given in D.R.
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STRIVE
Harwich drifter
Skipper H.A.Catchpole,
31st May
1330
R.N.R.
Left Ramsgate in company with the dfr.
Sarah Hyde.
2000ca
Arrived troops. off La Panne. Embarked 287
1st June
0430
Proceeded.
1200ca
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 243
troops. (1)
Total 243(2)
Authority - R.O.II, p.335.
The following award was made:
Mention in Despatches
Skipper H.A. Catchpole, R.N.R.
(1) Ramsgate report states that "2 tenders" disembarked 243
(2) Not mentioned troops. in D.R.
French
180

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Tug (W.H.J. Alexander
SUN XI
& Co., Ltd.)
J.R. Lukes, Master.
2330
30th May
Left for Tilbury, Ramsgate. towing 3 sailing barges
1300
31st May
1530
Arrived Arrived Ramsgate. Ordered to Dover.
Dover with barges.
Sailed with a lighter, loaded with
1730
Arrived Dunkirk. A M/B took over the
stores and cans of water, in tow.
1800
Proceeded. lighter and beached her.
1900
Air attack. A drifter was sunk; the
1930
tug Contest picked up her crew.
Passed the tugs Sun XV, Sun VIII and
Sun IV going in.
2300
"Sorry for them, glad to get out".
Arrived North Goodwin. Anchored
inside S. Brake at 2400.
1st June
2130
Berthed a destroyer [the Worcester]
which had been in collision inside
Dover harbour.
2155ca
Ordered to proceed to Dunkirk and pick
up anything.
2400
Off North Goodwin, there were seven
tugs, in single line ahead, viz. the
Challenge, Ocean Cock, Crested Cock,
Fairplay I, Sun VII, Sun XI, Sun XII.
2nd June
0200
Sighted small lights. Found a large
Govt. lighter Y.C.63 broken down
and full of wounded and troops.
Among them was "Captain (D) of the
19th Flotilla whose destroyer
[ the Keith had blown up".
0230
Took Y.C.63 in tow.
0630
Arrived Dover. Berthed lighter.
1400
Captain Fraser R.N. came on board.
1500ca
Left Dover, towing 4 boats, (1)
followed by tugs Sun X, Fairplay I and
Foremost 87.
[2115ca]
Foremost 87 picked up 6 life boats full
of wounded and survivors [from H/C
Paris] and turned back.
2245
Anchored west of Dunkirk Mole. Sun x
alongside. Embarked troops from M/B's
2330
Ordered inside the harbour to refloat
a grounded transport. Too shallow.
Transferred her troops by M/B's.
3rd June
0245
Went inside harbour again to assist a
sloop. Low water, went aground. Had
to back out.
0330
Daybreak. Full of troops, proceeded,
with a large life boat full of troops
in tow and also one small one
[the M/B Skylark III]
0900
Arrived Dover. Unloaded 188 troops.
Total 188
Authority W.W.
(1) One of which was the M. L/B Michael Stephens [and probably
the Southern Queen, and Jane Holland].
190

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SUN XV
Tug (W.H.J. Alexander
& Co. Ltd.)
J.J. Belton, Master
31st May
0015
Left with Tilbury 12 for Southend and Ramsgate
1150
1430
Arrived Ramsgate.
life boats in tow.
Left tow. for Dunkirk with 6 life boatsin
1930
2215
Air attack by 28 bombers.
Off Dunkirk pier head. Proceeded to
La Panne.
2400
Anchored off La Panne.
1st June
0005
The life boats proceeded into the
beach 50 yards distant, and ferried
70/80 troops to the tug. Five of the
boats were lost in this operation.
-
0200
Proceeded with the 6th life boat in tow.
The life boat sank and was cut adrift.
0430
4 miles west of Ruytingen buoy took in
tow the disabled lighter Y.C.72
which had been towing the lighter
Y.C.71. Both were full of troops.
0900
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 75
troops by small craft.
2nd June
2100
Proceeded in search of the H/C Paris,
with Cdr. J. Elliott, R.D., R.N.R.
on board and tug Sun IV in company.
3rd June
0100ca
Sighted the Paris, which had a bad list
to starboard. Made fast a wire, but
it parted. Air attack. The tow
was abandoned, because it was
decided an escort would be necessary.
-
Ordered to proceed to the west, and
cruised around.
0340
Sighted the dfr. Yorkshire Lass
disabled and full of troops. Took
her in tow.
0437
The Yorkshire Lass asked to be cast
off as her engines were repaired.
0745
The Sun XV arrived at Ramsgate.
1700
Left for Dunkirk, Lieut. T. Galloway,
R.N.R. and another R.N.R. officer on
board and towing 4 M/B's one of which
was the M. L/B Guide of Dunkirk. (3)
2235
Arrived Dunkirk pier head.
2315
Commenced embarking troops.
4th June
0200
Went alongside the eastern arm.
Practically all troops had gone.
0230
Proceeded.
0320
Air attack.
0420
Took in tow the disabled H.M. drifter
0815(1)
Arrived L.H.W.D. Ramsgate. Disembarked 31
troops. (2)
Total 106
Authority - W.W.
R.O.III, p. 307.
R.O.IV, p.71.
(1) Ramsgate times L.H.W.D. 's arrival as 0900.
(2) A launch landed 31 troops at Ramsgate at 0820. These may
(3) Guide of Dunkirk broke away from the tow before reaching
be assumed to have come from Sun XV,
Dunkirk.
192

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SUTTON (N.78)
4th M.S.F.
Actg. Cdr. G.M. Temple, R.N.
S.O. 4th M.S.F.
26th May
1900
Sailed from Grimsby, the M/S's
Salamander and Fitzroy in company.
1600
27th May
Anchored in Downs. The M/S's Skipjack
and Halcyon near by. Destroyers
full of troops continually passing
at high speed.
3
28th May
1545
Proceeded to Dunkirk, Fourth M.S.F.
in company, with the M/S's Salamander
and Skipjack, later joined by
Halcyon.
1730
Steering jammed; proceeded under
hand steering.
1750
Fifth M.S.F. coming up astern.
Sutton's steering repaired.
1825
Off Kwinte Bank buoy, a ship was seen
to be sinking. The Sutton rejoined
the 4th M.S.F. Hurricanes passed
overhead.
2030
More Hurricanes passed. Dunkirk
fires seen 10 miles away. Detached
the Fitzroy to investigate a boat.
2050
Turned towards the beaches and
proceeded eastward. Large numbers
of troops seen along Malo beach, with
more scattered and smaller groups
towards La Panne.
2125
Anchored off beach about 4 miles east
of Dunkirk [Bray]. M/B sent in to
contact troops.
2130
Commenced embarkation.
29th May
0200
103 troops embarked.
0300
Proceeded further eastward. Embarked
troops of the Leicester Regt.
0730
Went alongside the cr. Calcutta, some
miles off shore, and transferred
troops to her. The salamander
did the same.
0830
Returned to the beaches. Lack of
boats; rate of embarkation about 30
per hour, using ship's boats. 227
troops embarked.
Large masses of French troops
persistently attempted to intercept
boats and demand passage. Assisted
by British troops to head of
French swimmers by rifle fire from
50 yards further along the beach.
Dunkirk burning with much smoke.
No R.A.F. sighted all day.
1600
High level air attack on Sutton,
Salamander, the dr. Greyhound and a
A. salvo of bombs straddled Sutton.
paddle M/S the Sandown].
No hits. A dive bomb attack on
Sutton and Greyhound; the Greyhound
One line of 5 bombs close to G.H.Q.
set on fire by a near miss.
sea front; the last 2 of these
Small bombs were used, with several
on fell on either side of the Sutton.
incendiaries, one of which set on
fire a drifter, 2 cable from Sutton
[the tr. Nautilus (q.v.)].
Greyhound damaged by bombs.
199

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SWIFT WING
M/S drifter
French torpedo boats.
1.143
see under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful).
According troops to D. R., these three vessels transport 1
to England on 4th June G.B. follows:
T.112 - 117 troops.
T.113 - 275 troops.
T.143 - 406 troops.
Note: These HT" numbers are probably pendents,
but of which vessels is not known.
T. 112 et 113
are 4'Incomprise
and Branlebas
T 143 = la Flore
( hate by bdr.breo of
Fren eh Histon cal Section)
206

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M/S drifter
TARANSAY
30th
May
See under Yarmouth Base (H.M.S. Watchful)
213

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THE BOYS
F/B drifter
Skpr. A. Buchan R.N.R.
Not mentioned in Captain A/P Dover's report.
see under Flare burning drifters.
See also slarlight Rays
Arrived Dover.
The following awards were made: for Bray in company the
flotills.
D.S.C. Skipper A. Buchan R.N.R.
Gray. Proceeded to La
orders from the M/Y Ankh
J.M. Howson, R.N. to take
Mention in Despatches
troops off the beach.
Seaman G.F. Mathews, R.N.P.S. off La Panne. Forried troops
from surf boats to destroyers.
Ordered by 5 destroyer
to place the Thele at the disposal
of a "paddle steamer"
anchored off the beach. Collected
her boats, and with their assistance,
ferried croops to the "paddle
The Comodore [0.0. Stephenson) 3.95 the
K/Y Bounty suggested that Thele
her N/L. It WAS however enached
while being launched.
1040da
Ordered by teith to anchor entern of
her.
1113
Keith weighed. Thele resained in situ
00 & "despatch boat", but gos under
way DUE bombs were dropping.
The Commodore arrived in a
transferred to the Their and this
comend of her. The
round La Panna and Say,
ships and transmi the
orders.
slengside the R/J DALA
box Creptain. Put the on
8 paddle
Devental. Air pendie
the
Commodore on Board
Heavy sir The ST the
Mehe There de
ships to
The Thele the LTT
transfer
test) and
bearnes air
the of
to
by 1238 to
218

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THERESE COMPAS
Belgian drifter
See under Pierre Marie
221

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Thornycroft Motor boat.
drifter
Shilver 9.7. mith
See under Y.C.72
WARRIER
R.S.E.
1800
31st May
2030
Arrived Dunkirk from Remagate.
Proceeded with 150 British troops,
lifted from beach.
1st June
0215
Anchored off Ramsgate.
0530
Disembarked 150 troops. (2)
-
Bailed for Dunkirk; the dfrs. Mare,
1540
Tweeoways and Unicity in company.
Arrived off Dunkirk. Entered harbour.
1615ca
Proceeded. Embarked 200 French troops.
2200
Arrived Remegate. Disembarked 200
French troops. (3)
Total 350
Authority - R.O.II, ₽.333.
The following award was made:
Vention in Despatches
skipper A.V. Long, R.N.R.
03 It the skipper, In the smith course and of Skipper the
Group Officer's report, mentioned. The June the Captain M/S.
is not clear who WGB skipper 0.A. will 1940 Ravy List
A.V. Long gives Skipper are G.W. both Smith. A report by
Not bentioned report in D.B. or Ramagate
Recegate speaks of "KF. states J.A. Smith". 59. Not mentioned report. in D.R.
227

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Harwich drifter
THREE KINGS
Skipper G.W. Smith,
R.N.R. (1)
Skipper A.V. Long,
R.N.R.
1800
31st May
Arrived Dunkirk from Ramsgate.
2030
Proceeded with 150 British troops,
lifted from beach.
1st June
0215
Anchored off Ramsgate.
0530
Disembarked 150 troops. (2)
-
Sailed for Dunkirk; the dfrs. Mare,
Tweenways and Unicity in company.
1540
Arrived off Dunkirk. Entered harbour.
Embarked 200 French troops.
1615ca
Proceeded.
2200
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 200
French troops. (3)
Total 350
Authority - R.O.II, p.333.
The following award was made:
Mention in Despatches
Skipper A.V. Long, R.N.R.
(1) It the Skipper. In the course of the
Group is not clear who was Skipper G.A. [?W] Smith and List Skipper
A.V. Officer's report, mentioned. The June 1940 Navy M/S,
gives Long Skipper are G.W. both Smith. A report by the Captain
(2) Ramsgate report states 59. Not mentioned in D.R.
speaks of "Mr. J.A. Smith".
Not mentioned in D.R. or Ramsgate report.
228

Details

M/S drifter
THRIFTY
See under Kindred Star
229

Details

TORBAY II
F/B drifter
See under Flare burning drifters.
241

Details

TWEENWAYS
Harwich drifter
Skipper E. Fawcett, R.N.R.
-
1st June
Left Ramsgate; the dfrs. Mare,
1540
Off Dunkirk. Entered harbour.
Three Kings and Unicity in company.
Embarked troops. about 230 French and Belgian
1645
Proceeded.
2200
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 126
troops. (1)
Total 126(2)
Authority - R.O.II, p.331.
1
"
(1) Ramsgate report, which names the ship "Treenaways".
Not mentioned in D.R.
(2) Not mentioned in D.R.
247

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UNICITY
Harwich drifter
Skipper W.A. George,
R.N.R.
1st June
-
Left Ramsgate; the dfrs. Mare, Three
1540
Arrived off Dunkirk. Entered harbour.
Kings, and Tweenways in company.
1615ca
Proceeded. Embarked about 200 troops.
2200
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 225
troops. (1)
Total 225( (2)
Authority - R.O.II, p.331.
8 Ramsgate report states 59. Not mentioned in D.R.
Not mentioned in D.R.
253

Details

UT PROSIM
F/B drifter
See under Flare burning drifters.
256

Details

VIVACIOUS (1) (D.36).
Lt. Cdr. F.R.W. Parish R.N.
Cdr. E.F.V. Dechaineux, R.A.N.
2200
27th May
From patrol to Dunkirk.
28th May
0030
Dunkirk beach. Air attacks. The
Polish aircraft. dr. Blyskawica shot down one
0330
To Dover with 353 troops.
-
1030(7)
Dover. Disembarked 302 troops (D.R.)
To Dunkirk by the eastern route.
-
broathing dropped
Heavy air attack off Dunkirk eastern
atteship.
entrance, Two aircraft shot down; (2)
the pilot of a third A/C baled out.
1230
Three miles east of Dunkirk.
1815
Assisted by ships boats, M.T.B. 16 and
a skoot, embarked about 553 troops.
1830
Proceeded in company with the drs.
Codrington and Javelin.
2200ca
Dover. Disembarked 359 troops (D.R.)
29th May
1100ca
Ordered to proceed to Sheerness with
the drs. Wolsey and Vimy.
1300
Arrived Sheerness for special service.
1800
Left Sheerness.
a
2100
Operation cancelled. Ordered to return
to Dover.
En route to Dover, ordered to Dunkirk.
30th May
0200ca(8) Dunkirk. Took in tow a broken down
"M.T.B." (3) which had been picking
up survivors of the .B/V. King Orry
(q.v.) which had sunk just about
that time. Vivacious sent a drifter
(evidently the Lord Grey) to pick
up survivors. Lord Grey transferred
the 10 she picked up to the
Vivacious. (5)
-
During the day 650 men were taken off
the beach.
-
On arrival at Dover, Lt. Cdr. Parish,
suffering from "overstrain", was
relieved by Cdr. Dechaineux.
650 troops were disembarked. (4)
31st May (6)
0530
Left Dover for Bray.
0700ca
Throughout Bray. the day sea and wind
see manuscript
conditions made embarkation difficult.
Air attacks were intermittent.
1500
Aircraft engagement. Two Spitfires
shot down and 2 enemy bombers. A
fifth plane was also shot down.
(1) Dates and times throughout Vivacious's report are mostly
(2) D.R. incorrect. states Vivacious shot down 2 A/C in Dunkirk roads on
(3) This was evidently D.C/M.B. (q.v.)
27th May.
(4)
D.R. gives 2 disembarkations on 30th, viz: 537 and 486.
(5)
See Lord Grey
(6)
Vivacious's report gives this as "30th May".
(7)
Vivacious's report gives this as "1030 on 27th May".
(8)
Vivacious's report states "Vivacious remained in Dover
Harbour until 0530 30th May".
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WAVERLEY (continued)
[the CYCLONE
1746
20th May
(contd.)
The a to
men arrive upon the was
June
everyone joining out in the barrel', up
Later, drifters guided by a plane, lustily". several
picked and a tug [the
picked up survivors. The Java] C.O.
in the water up by 3/4 a hour. drifter after being was
and 400 troops were drowned".
"It is estimated that between 300
Nil
The Cyclone picked up 158.
Authority - M.017681/40.
and the Golden iagle about
R.O.I., p.167.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches
Ty. C.P.O. Lieut. S.F. Harmer-Elliott, R.N.V.R.
W.G. Thompson.
the
C.M.R.A.
305

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Details

YARMOUTH BASE (H.M.S. WATCHFUL)
to H.M.S. The
following Watchful: flotilla of 13 M/S drifters was attached
Alcmaria
Feasible
(Skpr. Group A.C. Offord, R.N.R.)
Skpr. Officer, A.H. J. Turner, R.N.V.R.,
Genius
(Unit Skpr. Officer, S/Lt. J. N.W.A. Mann, R.N.V.R.
Finlay.
Skpr. A.W. West, R.N.R.
Green).
Gula Jeannie MacIntosh
Skpr. J. Nicholson).
John & Norah
Skpr. J. Sims, R.N.R.)
Lord Barham
Lord Hood
Skpr. J. McD. Masterton, R.N.R.)
Skpr. J.W. Lawn, R.N.R.
Overfalls
Skpr. D. Miller, R.N.R.
Reed
Skpr. G. Hattan, R.N.R.
Rewga
Swift Wing
Skpr. J.S. MacAuley, R.N.R.)
Skpr. G. Frosdick).
Taransay
( Skpr. G.S. Peak).
30th May
2345
The Ramsgate. flotilla sailed from Yarmouth for
31st May
1500
Arrived Ramsgate. Ordered to Dunkirk.
1515
Sailed for Dunkirk.
1900
On approaching Dunkirk roads, the
flotilla, attacked by about 60
bombers, was ordered to scatter.
The Lord Hood was severely damaged
by a near miss and had 1 killed and
2 wounded. She was abandoned, and her
crew were picked up by the Alcmaria.
Later, she was towed to Ramsgate.
British fighters drove off the
bombers, but the flotilla came under
fire from shore batteries.
2000
The 12 drifters secured alongside
Dunkirk north [?east] pier and
embarked troops.
2030
Ordered by a Commander R.N. to pick up
troops from the beaches. Five ships,
being already filled with troops,
were [These were Alcmaria, Genius, Gula,
ordered back to Ramsgate.
Lord Barham and Rewga
The to the From then
remaining seven followed the
Feasible drifters
on, returning the to
This back work to the continued the beaches 1st June, worldore.ceasing N.O.I.C.
2nd June
0300
all throughout were ordered by empty or
Ramsgate drifters to leave Dunkirk, roads.
0730ca
The 31st The Feasible full. were flotilla drifter May. engines disabled: by She anchored Ben a of near was the and taken miss following Lucy. in Ramsgate in - shell, bomb. tow stern. drifters by on
Lord the Hood by an by explosion under
(1)At 2345, 1st June, the Gula, Genius 100 picked yards up
Grive, saw her blow up.
She
346

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YORKSHIRE LASS
F/B drifter
S/Lt. M.A.A. Chodzko,
27th May -
1st June
See under "Flare burning drifters". R.N.V.R.
2nd June( 1)
-
1515ca
S/Lt. Left as skipper. Chodzko (ex M/B Aura)
-
Off Dover for embarked
Prior, the S. R.N. Foreland Dunkirk.
the dfr. (Retd.)
Lass. Ut Prosim Yorkshire from
3rd June
0000
0025ca
Arrived off Dunkirk.
Alongside Another embarking French
Yorkshire drifter arrived troops.
troops Lass which transferred alongside
loading. to the newcomer and carried her on
0130
0300
Proceeded, "practically full".
0340
Developed the a hot bearing. Signalled
This was done.
tug Sun XV(2) to be taken in tow.
0425ca
0830
Repairs effected, slipped the tow.
Arrived Dover. Disembarked 103
troops. (3)
Total (28th May - 3rd June) 469
Authority - R.O.II, p.217.
The following awards were made:
D.S.C.
Lt. Cdr. R.M. Prior R.N. (Booralse H.M.S. Lynx)
D.S.H.
Sto. J.J. Collins.
Sea. S.W.G. Bauldry.
Mention in
S/Lt. M.A.A. Despatches. Chodzko, R.N.V.R. (See also M/B Aura)
(1) S/Lt. Chodzko says this was "Sunday 4th June". Actually
3) S/Lt. Sunday Chodzko was 2nd says June. Sun XI
D.R. says "25".
Duran & Wilson Ltd
352

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YOUNG MUN
F/B drifter
See under Flare burning drifters.
O.A. Thompson
29th my
1800
In canal company with two
1815
One & [the 00 the
returned round her Item)
[apparently propertes to end
Report by 0/11. Don, R.N.
50th Way
0100
S/Lt. she Don having taken over the Less
0400ca
The escorting drifter had to taxe
convoy of 18 onall orers.
sailed from Remagate in $
back with 2 other small craft,
The Year, being rester, left the
0900
remainder of the convey well estern.
The beaches. Yesr ran aground off Donking
2000
Ucable to reflost, the 0.0. and cres
took passage home in a name college,
Benort by P.O. W.H. Atkin:
Joined boat at Gravasene.
let trip
To Calais. Fired on and retired.
2nd trip
To beach by Hieuport budy Perrying
troops. On the vay back to Dover,
researed troops from the P.K/S
Brighton Belie [sunk at 1300 on
28th May].
[30th May]*
To basch north of Dockink. purcial
troops. On return journay in
company with the K/B Silver CURRED
binndered into Calais and
shelled. to make Remagate, [at 2100 Dd 3018
Leaking badly, managed
May]-
[P.O. Atkin then went byer 10 the M.W
OXFIL And
Authority - 2.0.11, PP.039, 252, 539-
me following REGISTR
Mention V.H. ASKIN. Presentable
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(Ex-Belgian) Canal
YSER
Boat
S/Lt. R.W.D. Don, D.S.C.,
P/O W.H. Atkin.
Report M/B Cordelia. by S/Lt. C.A. Thompson R.N.V.R. of the
R.T.
1800
29th May
In canal company boats with two
1815
Sambre), dfr. of "G. the R.1740". left other ex-Selgian other ex-selgian other ex-Belgian of the
One got a canal boats [the
returned rope round her Yser?]
[apparently to propeller Ramsgate]. and
Report by S/Lt. Don, R.N.
30th May [.]
0100
S/Lt. she Don having taken over the Yser
sailed from Ramsgate in a
0400ca
convoy of 18 small craft.
The escorting drifter had to turn
back with 2 other small craft.
The Yser, being faster, left the
0900
remainder of the convoy well astern.
The beaches. Yser ran aground off Dunkirk
2000
Unable to refloat, the C.O. and crew
took passage home in a motor coaster.
Report by P.O. W.H. Atkin:
Joined boat at Gravesend.
1st trip
To Calais. Fired on and retired.
2nd trip
To beach by Nieuport buoy ferrying
troops. On the way back to Dover,
rescued troops from the P.M/S
Brighton Belle [sunk at 1300 on
28th May].
3rd trip [30th May]?
To beach north of Dunkirk. Ferried
troops. On return journey in
company with the M/B Silver Queen
blundered into Calais and was
shelled. Leaking badly, managed
to make Ramsgate, [at 2100 on 30th
May].
Total not known
[P.O. Atkin then went over in the M.L/B
Cyril and Lilian Bishop].
Authority - R.O.II, pp. 239, 252, 539.
The following awards were made:
Mention in Despatches.
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(ABERDEEN AREA-continued.)
PETERHEAD.
ROSYTH COMMAND-continued.
ABERDEEN-continued.
(INVERGORDON AND WEST COAST AREAS)
23rd A/S Group (Trawlers).
M/S Trawlers (Ungrouped).
INVERGORDON.
Base Ship.-Flora.
PORT Z.A.
-
Aberdeen.
[1] Indian Star AD (S.O.)
[1] Arisio X
-
-
f.o. Hull.
Base Ship.-
-
[1] Berkshire A D
-
Norway.
[1] Brabant X
-
Rosyth.
M/S Trawlers.
Netlaying Drifters.
[43] Ocean Swell
-
Belfast.
30th A/S Group (Trawlers)
[1] C Oak x
-
Peterhead.
Group 43.
-
[43] Norbreeze
,
Oban.
[19] George Cousins XD
Inverness.
Refit.
(under orders of A.C.O.S.).
Date
43] Pecheur
-
-
[1] Stonefly X D
Oban.
-
Stornoway.
uncertain.
[19] Marsoma X
-
Norway.
Invergordon.
[3] Preston North End
[1] Tewara XD
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
-
AD (S.O.)
f.o. Barrow for LL M/S.
Convallaria D
-
Scapa.
[3] Leicester City AD
Scapa.
Embrace - -
f.o. Dundee.
[3] Lincoln City A D -
Norway.
.
Favour - -
f.o. Dundee.
[3] Stoke City A D
Scapa.
Principal D-
-
-
MS/ Trawler.
Arrived Scapa 18 May.
General Utility Drifter.
Silver Sky
-
Peterhead.
(Temporarily attached.)
Balloon Barrage Drifters.
M/S Trawlers.
Acquire - -
f.o. Buckie.
[1] Nab Wyke D - I f.o. Barrow for LL M/S.
Group 37.
Archimedes
-
Port Z.A.
[1] Gunner X D
Betsy Slater
-
Port Z.A.
-
Dewey Rose
-
f.o. Buckie.
[1] Thomas Altoft XD
Aberdeen.
Easter Rose
-
f.o. Peterhead.
[1] Ohm X
-
-
M/S Drifters.
Heather-Sprig -
f.o. Buckie.
[19] Industry x/M
-
Jeannie Howie -
f.o. Fraserburgh.
Group 38.
Invergordon.
[19] Ross Ard X/M
Jessie Tait
-
-
f.o. Fraserburgh.
[1] Lord Ashfield X
-
Aberdeen. Refit. Completes
Lavatera - -
Port Z.A.
25 May.
[1] Ceresio XD-
-
Sprig o' Heather
f.o. Peterhead.
[1] Robert Stroud X
Aberdeen.
Trade Wind
.
Port Z.A.
West Neuk
-
Port Z.A.
[1] Lacenia X D
-
f.o. Barrow for LL M/S.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
[19] Dayspring F
-
Inverness. Docking and repairs.
Date uncertain.
STORNOWAY.
M/S Drifter.
[19] Golden Lily F
-
Invergordon.
[6] Boy John S -
Base Ship.-Mentor.
-
Barrow.
[19] Silver Line F
-
Buckie. Refit. Date uncer-
M/S Trawlers.
tain.
[15] Alexander Scott
Aircraft Observation Drifters.
XSD
Tyne.
[33] Craig Alvah
-
Left Scapa 17 May.
[15] Harry Melling
XSD
[33] Daisy Bank
-
[33] Darnaway
Aberdeen.
BeaumarisCastle X
f.o. Bristol.
-
Dunraven Castle X
f.o. Milford.
[33] Rachael Flett
1
Scapa
Harlech Castle X
f.o. Milford.
[33] Thaw
-
.
Left Scapa 17 May.
AULTBEA.
[26] Grosmont Castle X
Govan.
[33] Token
1
I
Lossiemouth.
Powis Castle X
f.o. Port Talbot.
Boom Defence Tender.
D/G Wiping Unit.
[19] Dundarg -
- I Aultbea.
Walwyns Castle X
f.o. Sharpness.
Bracendale
f.o. Aberdeen. Completes
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
15 June.
OBAN.
Base Ship.-
[19] Aeida
I
-
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Contraband Control Service.
[19] Foray
Aultbea.
-
-
Drifters.
[34] St. Magnus Armed D Boarding Vessel.
[21] Appletree -
-
[19] Yehonala II
-
Oban.
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3B
NEWLYN.
SWANSEA-continued.
WESTERN APPROACHES COMMAND continued.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Magnetic Ship.
DARTMOUTH
Motor Boats.
BRIXHAM
(Under administration of F.O.I.C. Cardiff.)
Miss Brittany
-
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
[45] Bushwood - Swansea.
New Roseland
Blanche Maraerite
-
Newlyn.
Motor Boats.
Examination Service.
Chas. Jeannine
Galtea
-
-
-
Rose Marie II
-
Roger Beck
-
De Drie Gezusters
Onward
-
-
Brixham.
Swansea.
-
Victor
-
Eliz. Guilbert
-
Torbay Belle
-
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Femina
-
-
[24] Hanyards -
-
ST. IVES.
Swansea.
Henrik Conscience
Dartmouth.
[24] Rose Marie
-
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Lucien Christian -
Motor Boats.
Oscar Auguste -
BARRY.
Asthore - -
-
Renaissance -
87th A/S Group (Yachts).
Family
-
-
EXMOUTH
St. Pierre -
-
[43] Migrante AD
-
Swansea.
Francis
-
-
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
St. Ives.
Sirius
-
[24] Zaza AD
.
-
Falmouth.
Good Will -
Motor Boats.
-
Zee Meeuw
-
Examination Service.
Leonid
-
-
Nazarene -
1
-
Lass o'Doune -
Motor Boats.
Golden Wings
,
Exmouth.
Our John -
-
Faune
-
-
Chimaera
-
Barry.
Harpado -
-
Kit Alan
-
-
Belle Vue
-
Dartmouth.
River Patrol.
Naiad
-
-
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Grit -
-
-
Motor Boats.
PADSTOW.
White Lady
-
-
Jopa
-
,
Exmouth.
Madam Elizabeth
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
River Patrol.
Norma - -
Morcede - -
Motor Boats.
Leander II
-
Omnia
-
-
Barry.
Cornishman
-
Sargola
-
-
Dartmouth.
Sea Flight
-
Forget-me-not -
Silver Elk
-
-
Silver Cloud
-
Ocean Pride
-
-
Peel Castle
-
Padstow.
FOWEY.
Rose Bud
-
TEIGNMOUTH
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Trawlers, 12-pdr.
Trevessa -
-
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
[11] Chiltern
-
-
SALCOMBE
United Boys II
River Patrol.
Fowey.
-
[11] Cloughton Wyke
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Shamrock -
-
River Patrol.
Storm Cock
Motor Boats.
}
Exmouth.
Drifter, 3-pdr.
Valiant
-
-
I
Sussex County | Fowey.
Eblana II -
-
Motor Boats.
Elrayda -
}
Salcombe.
-
Bird of Dawning
Lamorva - -
APPLEDORE.
River Patrol.
Memette - -
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Royalist -
I
Otter II
Venus
I
-
Salcombe.
1
1
Fowey.
Our Katie
-
-
Note.-For Clyde area see pages 18 and 19.
Pamela
Vixen
-
-
-
-
Renovel
-
I
Tom Tit
Appledore.
-
-
Swift
-
-
Wairakei -
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27
(ABERDEEN AREA-continued.)
ROSYTH COMMAND-continued.
ABERDEEN-contined.
ABERDEEN-continued.
(INVERGORDON AND WEST COAST AREAS.)
23rd A/S Group (Trawlers).
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
INVERGORDON.
Base Ship.-Flora.
[1] Indian Star AD (S.O.)
[3] William Brady
(Trawlers armed with 12 pdr. guns.)
PORT Z.A.
Aberdeen.
Base Ship.-Trelawney.
Norway.
3
Aberdeen.
M/S Trawlers.
Adventuriné
[43] Ocean Swell
Netlaying Drifters.
[1] Berkshire AD
-
-
Group 43.
Oban.
[43] Norbreeze
-
[19] George Cousins XD
Inverness.
Oban.
Refit.
uncertain.
Date
43] Pecheur
.
Oban.
30th A/S Group (Trawlers)
[19] Marsoma X
-
Invergordon.
(under orders of A.C.O.S.).
D/G Wiping Unit.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Bracendale
[52] Convallaria D
[3] Preston North End Norway.
Scapa.
AD (S.O.)
- f.o. 15 June. Aberdeen. Completes
Embrace
f.o. Dundee.
3 Leicester City A D
Scapa.
M/S Drifters.
Favour
-
-
f.o. Dundee.
Lincoln City
Norway.
[19] Industry x/M
-
[52] Principal D-
-
3
Scapa.
Invergordon.
3
Stoke City A D
Scapa.
Contraband Control Service.
[19] Ross Ard x/M
-
Balloon Barrage Drifters.
Acquire
-
f.o. Buckie.
Armed Boarding Vessel.
Archimedes
-
Port Z.A.
[34] St. Magnus D
-
M/S Trawlers.
Aberdeen.
Betsy Slater
.
Port Z.A.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Group 37.
Dewey Rose
,
f.o. Buckie.
[1] Gunner XD
(Trawlers fitted with 12 pdr. guns.)
Easter Rose
-
f.o. Peterhead.
[3] Arnold Bennett
Heather Sprig
-
f.o. Buckie.
[1] Thomas Altoft XD
Aberdeen.
[3] Cape Baracouta
Jeannie Howie -
f.o. Fraserburgh.
[1] Ohm X
-
-
Jessie Tait
-
f.o. Fraserburgh.
PETERHEAD.
Cornelian -
-
Requisitioned.
Lavatera
-
-
Port Z.A.
Ebor Abbey
-
Sprig o' Heather
f.o. Peterhead.
Group 38.
M/S Trawlers (Ungrouped).
River Esk
Trade Wind
-
Port Z.A.
-
[1] Lord Ashfield X D
Aberdeen.
[1] Arisio X
-
-
f.o. Hull.
West Neuk
-
Port Z.A.
[I] Ceresio XD
[1] Brabant X -
-
Aberdeen.
Rosyth.
[1] Robert Stroud X
STORNOWAY.
[1] C Oak X
-
-
Peterhead.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Base Ship.-Mentor.
[1] Stonefly X D
-
Stornoway.
[19] Dayspring F
-
Inverness. Docking and repairs.
M/S Trawlers.
Date uncertain.
MS Drifter.
[19] Golden Lily F
-
Invergordon.
[15] Alexander Scott
[6] Boy John
XSD
-
Barrow.
Tyne.
[19] Silver Line F
-
Buckie. Refit. Date uncer-
[15] Harry Melling
Examination Service.
tain.
XSD
[50] Gleam On S - Lyness,
BeaumarisCastle X
f.o. Bristol.
M/S Vessels.
Northern Light
Dunraven Castle X
f.o. Milford.
Provider
Lossiemouth.
Harlech Castle X
f.o. Milford.
General Utility Drifter.
[26] Grosmont Castle X
Govan.
Silver Sky
-
Peterhead.
Powis Castle X
f.o. Port Talbot.
[33] Craig Alvah Aircraft Observation Drifters.
AULTBEA.
Walwyns Castle X
f.o. Sharpness.
1
Scapa.
Boom Defence Tender.
[33] Daisy Bank
-
Motor Launch.
[19] Dundarg -
- Aultbea.
OBAN.
[33] Darnaway
Aberdeen.
M.L. 107 A
|
Portsmouth.
-
Base Ship.-
[33] Rachael Flett
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
-
Scapa
Drifters.
[33] Thaw
[19] Aelda
-
-
-
Scapa.
[33] Token
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels,
[19] Foray
-
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[21] Appletree
Oban.
(Trawlers armed with 12 pdr. guns.)
-
Aultbea.
-
-
Lossiemouth.
[21] Lydia Long-
[3] Lord Beaconsfield
[19] Yehonala II
-
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3
(PLYMOUTH AREA.)
WESTERN APPROACHES COMMAND-continued.
PLYMOUTH.
PLYMOUTH-confinted.
(PLYMOUTH AREA.)
SWANSEA
Base Ship-Defiance.
continued.
Examination Service.
Sir Walter Raleigh
Contraband Control Service.
20th A/S Group (Trawlers).
Danlayers (Trawlers)-contd.
Sir Richard
Plymouth.
Base Guardships.
[11] Lord Stanhope
Plymouth.
Grenville
Commiles X/A
AD
[20] D Sappho A D
Swansea.
Falmouth.
Darnett Ness x/A
[11] Lord Snowden A D
[11] Lord Stamp A D
Plymouth. Docking and altera-
[11] Black Arrow
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
D Kiloran A D
tions. Completes 22 June.
Rescue Tugs.
M/S Drifters.
[11] Lord Stonehaven
[11] Boyne Water
[36] Marauder
Campbeltown.
[24] Alcor X/M
AD
Plymouth.
[35] Lord Hailsham A D
[11] Dahinda II
[20] Salvonia D
At Sea.
[24] Glen Heather X/M
[24] Kathleen X/M
[11] Duenna
Plymouth.
Swansea.
M/S Trawlers.
[24] Merbreeze X/M
[11] Harpada
Group 52.
[24] One Accord X/M
[11] Siren
[11] Dorinda XD
Plymouth.
(CARDIFF AREA.)
[24] Paramount X/M
Plymouth.
[11] Susannah Jane
SWANSEA.
[11] Brecon Castle
x/s D
Base Ship-Lucifer.
[11] Radnor Castle
Falmouth.
x/s D
Boom Defence Vessels.
Magnetic Ships.
[14] Dunnet
17th A/S Group (Trawlers).
(Under administration of F.O.I.C. Cardiff.)
Plymouth.
M/S Trawlers (Ungrouped).
[24] Lord Wakefield A
[14] Kuroki
[45] Bushwood
Swansea.
(S.O.)
D Eden X
Plymouth.
[24] Bedfordshire A
Bilsdean X
Boom Defence Gate Trawlers.
[24] Cambridgeshire A
Swansea.
f.o. Hebburn.
Examination Service.
Atlantic
Ben Urie X
Plymouth.
[24] Kirkella A
Roger Beck
Swansea.
[44] Lord Inchcape
Trojan
[24] Warwick Deeping
X/LLI
A
[13] Luda Lord
X/LL D
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
[44] Georgette X/LL D -
86th A/S Group (Yachts).
FALMOUTH.
[24] Hanyards
Plymouth.
[24] Anna Marie C
Swansea.
[45] Inverforth X/LL
Swansea.
[24] Rose Marie
[24] Courtier X/LL D
Base ship-Forte.
[24] D Rhodora A
[24] Erimo X/LL D
[3] Hiniesta A
f.o. Grimsby. Completes
83rd A/S Group (Yachts).
29 June. (Paid off.)
[14] P Maid Marion AD
Falmouth.
[24] D Oracle A D
Plymouth.
MS Drifter.
[15] P Viva II A D
-
Liverpool.
[11] Salpa
Plymouth.
A/S Patrol Trawlers.
Repairs.
Date
uncertain.
Haybourne Wyke
Ungrouped.
Small Dan-laying Trawler.
[11] Elk
Earl Essex L/L
f.o. Tyne. On completion
Ogano
Lady Eleanor
Swansea.
BARRY.
Plymouth.
Plymouth.
[2] War Wing L/L
Lady Rosemary
87th A/S Group (Yachts).
[11] Comet A
Special Service Trawlers.
Examination Service.
Caulonia
Southampton.
[43] Migrante A D
Arlette II
Plymouth.
[11] Manor A D
Plymouth.
Falmouth.
Danlayers (Trawlers).
[24] Zaza A D
Aloma
Examination Service.
[1] Strathugie
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
[9] Cloughton (Trawlers Wyke armed with 12-pdr. guns.)
Tender to Examination Vessels.
Leith. (Special Service).
Lass o'Doune
[1] Calvinia
Falmouth.
Barry.
Chimaera
-
Silver Cloud
[1] Anne Melville
[9] Chiltern
Portland.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft
[1] Strath Devon
-
Aberdeen for 7 days.
Belle Vue
D/F Calibration Yacht.
[20] Albany
[14] Ceto
Falmouth.
(C38230)
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WESTERN APPROACHES COMMAND continued.
3B
SWANSEA-continned.
NEWLYN.
Magnetic Ship.
(Under administration of F.O.I.C. Cardiff.)
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
WESTERN APPROACHES COMMAND continued.
Motor Boats.
DARTMOUTH
BRIXHAM
[45] Bushwood
Swansea.
Miss Brittany
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Examination Service.
New Roseland
Blanche Maraerite
Motor Boats.
Roger Beck
-
Rose Marie II
Chas. Jeannine
Galtea
Swansea
Victor
-
-
De Drie Gezusters
Onward
-
-
Brixham.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
ST. IVES.
Eliz. Guilbert
Torbay Belle
-
[24] Hanyards
Swansea.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Femina
[24] Rose Marie
-
Motor Boats.
Henrik Conscience
Asthore
-
Dartmouth.
-
elosseV
Lucien Christian
Family
-
BARRY.
Oscar Auguste
Francis
-
87th A/S Group (Yachts).
-
HATO
Renaissance
[43] Migrante AD
-
Swansea.
St.
Good Will
Ives.
EXMOUTH
-
-
St. Pierre -
-
[24] Zaza A D
-
Falmouth.
Nazarene -
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Sirius
Motor Boats.
Examination Service.
-
Our John -
-
Zee Meeuw
Leonid
Lass o'Doune
-
Motor Boats.
Golden Wings
-
Exmouth.
Chimaera
-
Barry.
PADSTOW.
Faune
-
-
Harpado -
-
Belle Vue
-
-
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Kit Alan
-
Motor Boats.
Dartmouth.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
River Patrol.
Cornishman
Naiad
-
-
-
Motor Boats.
Grit
-
-
Meridies
-
-
Forget-me-not
White Lady
-
-
Jopa
-
-
Exmouth.
Marcede - -
Ocean Pride
-
River Patrol.
Norma
-
-
Mendies
Barry.
Peel Castle
Leander II
-
-
-
-
Padstow.
Sea Flight
Rose Bud
Sargola
-
-
Dartmouth.
-
-
Silver Spray
Silver Elk
-
Trevessa -
United Boys II
-
FOWEY.
River Patrol.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Storm Cock
TEIGNMOUTH
-
[11] Chiltern
Trawlers, 12-pdr.
-
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
[11] Cloughton Wyke
Fowey.
APPLEDORE.
SALCOMBE
River Patrol.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Shamrock
Exmouth.
Drifter, 3-pdr.
Our Katie -
-
Sussex County | Fowey.
Motor Boats.
Valiant
Renovel
-
-
Eblana II -
-
Motor Boats.
Appledore.
Salcombe.
Bird of Dawning
Swift
-
-
Elrayda -
-
Lamorva
-
Two Boys -
-
Memette
River Patrol.
-
-
Royalist - -
Otter II
BARNSTAPLE.
-
Fowey.
Venus
-
-
Salcombe.
Pamela -
Motor Boats.
Note.-For Clyde area see pages 18 and 19.
-
Deera
Vixen
-
-
-
Tom Tit
-
-
Clarissa
-
Wairakei
Barnstaple.
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ROSYTH COMMAND-continued.
ROSYTH COMMAND-continued.
(INVERGORDON AND WEST COAST AREAS.)
(ABERDEEN AREA-continued.)
INVERGORDON.
ABERDEEN-contimed.
Base Ship.-Flora.
Base Ship.-Trelawney.
PORT Z.A.
ABERDEEN-continued.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
M/S Trawlers.
(Flag R.A. M/L)
23rd A/S Group (Trawlers).
Aberdeen. Repairs. Completes
(Trawlers armed with 12 pdr. guns.)
Group 43.
[43] Ocean Swell
Netlaying Drifters.
Port Z.A.
[1] Indian Star A (S.O.) D
[3] William Brady
-
26 June.
Aberdeen.
[19] George Cousins XD
Inverness.
Refit.
Date
[43] Norbreeze
Aberdeen.
uncertain.
Oban.
[1] Berkshire A D.
[3] Adventurine
43] Pecheur
-
-
[19] Marsoma X
Invergordon.
Port Z.A.
[52] Convallaria D
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
30th A/S Group (Trawlers)
Port Z.A.
D/G Wiping Unit.
Embrace
(under orders of A.C.O.S.).
M/S Drifters.
Aberdeen.
Favour
Dundee.
[3] Preston North End
Aberdeen.
Bracendale
-
-
AD (S.O.)
[19] Industry X/M
Invergordon.
[52] Principal D-
Port Z.A.
3
Leicester City A D
Scapa.
[19] Ross Ard X/M
-
Balloon Barrage Drifters.
[3] Lincoln City A D
Acquire
-
Aberdeen.
f.o. Buckie.
[3] Stoke City A D
Contraband Control Service.
Archimedes
Port Z.A.
Betsy Slater
Armed Boarding Vessel.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
Dewey Rose
f.o. Buckie.
[34] St. Magnus D
-
Aberdeen.
M/S Trawlers.
(Trawlers fitted with 12 pdr. guns.)
Easter Rose
f.o. Peterhead.
Group 37.
[3] Arnold Bennett -
Heather Sprig
f.o. Buckie.
[1] Gunner XD
[3] Cape Baracouta -
Jeannie Howie
f.o. Fraserburgh.
[1] Thomas Altoft X D
Aberdeen.
Cornelian
-
Invergordon.
Jessie Tait
Lavatera
Port Z.A.
[1] Ohm X
-
-
Ebor Abbey
-
Sprig o' Heather
f.o. Peterhead.
PETERHEAD.
River Esk
-
Trade Wind
Port Z.A.
West Neuk
Group 38.
M/S Trawlers (Ungrouped).
[1] Lord Ashfield x D
[1] Brabant X
-
Rosyth.
STORNOWAY.
[1] Ceresio XD
Aberdeen.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Base Ship.-Mentor.
[1] C Oak X
-
-
Peterhead.
[1] Robert Stroud X
[19] Dayspring F
-
Inverness. Docking and repairs.
M/S Trawlers.
Date uncertain.
[1] Stonefly x D
-
Stornoway.
[19] Golden Lily F
-
Invergordon.
[15] Alexander Scott
XSD
Tyne.
[19] Silver Line F
-
Buckie. Refit. Date uncer-
M/S Drifter.
tain.
[15] Harry Melling
XSD
[6] Boy John
Barrow.
Examination Service.
Beaumaris Castle X
Stornoway.
[50] Gleam On S - I Lyness.
Dunraven Castle X
f.o. Milford.
M/S Vessels.
Harlech Castle X
f.o. Milford.
Northern Light
General Utility Drifter.
[26] Grosmont Castle X
Ardrossan for 7 days.
Provider
Lossiemouth.
Silver Sky
Peterhead.
Powis Castle X
Stornoway.
-
AULTBEA.
Walwyns Castle X
f.o. Sharpness.
Aircraft Observation Drifters.
Boom Defence Tender.
[33] Craig Alvah
Scapa.
[19] Dundarg
-
- Aultbea.
OBAN.
[33] Daisy Bank
Motor Launch.
Base Ship.-
M.L. 107 A
|
Portsmouth.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
[33] Darnaway -
Aberdeen.
Drifters.
1
[19] Aelda
I
Oban.
I
-
[33] Rachael Flett
[21] Appletree
[33] Thaw
Scapa.
Auxiliary Patrol Vessels.
[19] Foray
I
Aultbea.
-
Greenock.
-
-
[21] Lydia Long-
[33] Token
(Trawlers armed with 12 pdr. guns.)
[19] Yehonala II
-
-
Lossiemouth.
[3] Lord Beaconsfield
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30A
KIRKWALL.
KIRKWALL
Base Ship.-Pyramus,
Armed (Trawlers.) Boarding Vessels.
SUMMARY OF MINOR FRENCH VESSELS.
Ship.
Type.
Crew.
Proposed
Service.
Ship.
Type.
Crew.
Proposed
[34] D Aquamarine A-
Service.
24th A/S Group (Trawlers).
[34] D Kingston Beryl D
At Portsmouth.
At Plymouth-contd.
Kirkwall.
[34] D Kingston
[34] Pentland Firth (S.O.) A D
Jacinth D
Chevxeuil A
-
Mine-
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
Pedrant
-
-
Trawler
British
sweeper
Portsmouth.
L/L Sweep.
[34] Arctic Explorer AD
Aberdeen.
Gaston Riviere
-
[34] D Kingston Onyx
Trawler
British
L/L Sweep.
La Capricieuse A
Mine-
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
[34] Hugh Walpole A D
Left Scapa 17 July.
A
sweeper
Portsmouth.
Andree et Louis -
Trawler
British
[34] P Kingston Peridot
L/L Sweep.
-
[34] Scalby Wyke A D
Aberdeen.
Patrol
British
D
Auxiliary Patiol,
Arras
Pessac
-
-
Boat
Portsmouth.
Auxiliary
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
[34] P Kingston
Portsmouth.
[34] Tekoura A D
-
Aberdeen.
Sapphire D
-
-
Patrol
British
Epinal
Auxiliary Patrol,
[34] P Kingston Topaz
Boat
Portsmouth.
Sauterne -
-
Auxiliary
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
Portsmouth.
D
[34] P Kingston
Diligente
-
Patrol
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
Boat
Portsmouth.
Turquoise D
Lucien Gougy
-
Auxiliary
-
Conversion
Under Pink.C.NorthernPat
W.L/L.
See
Amiens
-
Patrol
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
M/S Trawler (Ungrouped).
[34] D Northern Chief D
Boat
Portsmouth.
Groeland
-
Auxiliary
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
[34] Lune X D
-
Aberdeen. Repairs. Date
Lucienne Jean
-
Trawler
French
M/S Nore.
W.A.
uncertain.
[34] D Northern Duke
(L/L)
AD
Trawler
French
M/S Nore.
Poulmic
-
Auxiliary
1
[34] D Northern Foam D
Congre
-
-
1
Mine Watching,
(L/L)
Plymouth.
Beaulne-Verneuil
Boom
No
Asie A
-
-
Trawler
British
A/S trials,
[34] D Northern Gift D
Portsmouth.
Vessel
decision
La Frene
1
-
Tug
Contraband Control Service.
[34] D Northern Isles A D
Reine des Flots A
Trawler
British
A/S trials,
Portsmouth.
Peuplier - -
Tug
(Vessels of C.C. are being considered for reallocation to
other services.)
[34] P Northern
Quentin Roosevelt
Trawler
French
Auxiliary Patrol,
No
Princess A
Portsmouth.
Caporal Peugeot
Tug
decision
[34] P Northern Reward
Pierre Audre
-
Trawler
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
No. 4
1
-
Tug
Portsmouth.
[34] P Northern Sky A D
No. 5
-
Tug
La Nantaise A
-
Trawler
British
27 A/S Group.
C.C.S. Drifters.
[34] P Northern Sun A D
Phase
-
Marie Elena
-
Drifter
British
L/L Sweep.
At Falmouth.
Kirkwall
Rose Valley
Port Duties.
-
Lydd II D -
-
Kirkwall.
Commandant
Mine-
French
Nore.
At Plymouth.
Domine
sweeper
La Moqueuse
-
Mine-
French
Nore.
Rescue Tug.
Commandant
Mine-
French
Nore.
sweeper
Duboc
Conquerante
Patrol
British
Falmouth.
sweeper
-
Auxiliary Patrol,
St. Mellons D
-
Examination Vessels.
Coucy
Patrol
-
No decision.
Boat
W.A.
-
mood
Boat
Belle o' Moray
Belfort
Patrol
-
No decision.
Jaques Morgan
-
Trawler
British
Auxiliary Patrol,
-
-
W.A.
-
Boat
Beryl II - -
LERWICK.
Pomerol
-
-
Patrol
Polish
Tyne.
Nadine
-
Trawler
British
L/L Sweep.
Boat
Rambler Rose
Kirkwall.
Drifter.
Medoc
-
-
Patrol
Polish
Tyne.
Autioche
Trawler
British
L/L Sweep,
-
[33] Seabreeze
Boat
Strenuous
Listrac A
-
Trawler
British
A/S trials,
Dutch
-
(Flag F.O.I.C
Lerwick.
Jean Frederick
Trawler
Holyhead,
Plymouth.
Lemnos
Shetland)
L'Atlantique A
Trawler
British
A/S trials,
Notre Dame
Trawler
Dutch
Holyhead,
-
Aberdeen.
-
-
Repairs.
uncertain.
Date
Examination Service.
Plymouth.
De france
Jeanne Antoine
Trawler
No
Fear Not
Ambrose Pase A
Trawler
British
A/S trials,
decision
-
Lerwick.
Plymouth.
La Belle Poule
-
Schooner
No
decision
Heather Belle
-
Aiglon
-
Trawler
British
L/L Sweep.
-
L'Etoile
-
Schooner
No
decision
[34] St. Sunniva
Accommodation Ship.
Roche Velen
-
Trawler
British
L/L Sweep.
President T.
Survey
French
Nore.
Aberdeen.
Tissier
Ship
SULLOM VOE.
Louis et Marie
Trawler
British
L/L Sweep.
Notre Dame
f
Drifter
de Lourdes
No
Base Ship-Fox.
Nazareth
-
Trawler
British
L/I. Sweep.
decision
Armed Boarding Vessel.
Harbour Defence Patrol Craft.
Cambre
-
Drifter
Monique Audrer
Trawler
British
L/L Sweep.
[34] P Discovery II Under See Pink V.A.C. List. Northern Patrol.
[23] Aliped VF
-
Sullom Voe.
[23] Learig F
-
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
H.M.S. MOSQUITO (Continued).
Surgeon-Lieutenant Noel Louis Fox, R.N.
lived of many of the wounded soldiers on board the his
During the first trip he undoubtedly saved
professional he attendance. When MOSQUITO was by
there remained on board to the last, making certain sinking that
were no living left board and tending and
passage in WORCESTER, when further bombing caused
supervising the transport of the wounded. During
casualties, he was again much in evidence in his
professional capacity. His conduct was in the best
traditions of the Service, and of his profession.
Recommended for mention.
RATINGS.
Acting Leading Seaman Ronald Thirwall. C/JX,139421.
Trainer of the M.Pom pom, of which 3 barrels were
put out of action, together with casualties to the
whole of the crew except himself, by a bomb bursting
close to the ship. Although shockingly wounded in
four places, kept the remaining barrel firing until
it ran out of ammunition, coolly waiting to fire until
an aircraft flew up to the elevation on which the gun
was laid. Noone realised that Thirwall was wounded
until he was examined in the Drifter which rescued
him. A remarkable display of bravery and devotion
to duty, which deserves recognition of the highest
order.
Recommended for decoration.
Able Seaman Cecil Arthur Leonard Hirschfield, C/J.100099.
Trainer of the forward M.5; displayed great
devotion to duty, and kept notably keen look-out,
being the first to sight ships and buoys at night, and
nearly all attacking aircraft. His speed in getting
his gun into action could not have been bettered, and
he displayed marked leadership over his crew. His
gun was put out of action by the bombs, and Hirschfield
proceeded, on his own initiative, to the after M.5,
where all the crew were wounded but the guns still
serviceable. He immediately brought the gun into
action by himself, firing single-handed until the
attacks were broken off. It is almost certain that
he scored hits on two of the aircraft. He then
assisted Telegraphist and Commanding Officer with the
disposal of the C.B's. He definitely held back from
abandoning ship until he himself was satisfied that
nothing more could be done on board.
Recommended for decoration and
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
FLARE-BURNING DRINTERS OF THE DOVER COMMAND.
Captain Eric Wheler Bush, D.S.C., R.N.
continuous service in connection with the Calais operation
These 19 drifters had been employed on 10 days'
and on patrol immediately prior to the commencement of
DYNAMO. Throughout DYNAMO, they worked with marked zeal
where the shelling was most severe. All did well in a
particularly at the post of honour in the inner harbour,
and conspicuous success, rainly at Dunkirk Harbour, and
varying degree and were responsible for lifting to safety
some 10,000 Allied troops.
The following officers and men have been selected
for special recognition of their gallant services.
OFFICERS:
Recommendations.
H.M.Drifter THE BOYS: - Skipper Andrew Buchan, R.N.R., W.S.3319.
Skipper A. Buchan, his own ship being under
repair, volunteered immediately for any service, with
the remark that he would do anything for his country.
He was given charge of a tow of Liege lake boats. He
subsequently took command of the drifter YORKSHIRE LASS
embarking soldiers under fire.
His endurance and determination when injured,
clad in rags and completely exhausted, were of the
highest order. He was finally ordered to the sick
list. It is considered that Skipper Buchan's
behaviour was exceptional.
Recommended for decoration.
H.M. Drifter MIDAS. - Skipper Herbert Holden, R.N.R., W.8.3432.
Skipper H. Holden is commended for service in
action when in command of MIDAS. This Officer's
conduct and leadership were of the highest order.
Recommended for decoration.
RATINGS:
H.M.Drifter BOY ROY:- Skipper Dettman. R.N.R. (Decorated for this
operation in London Gazette of 7th June, 40
Chief Engineman Harry B. Sharman, LT/KX.105182.
When BOY ROY was damaged and in a sinking
condition, he remained in the engine room regardless
of any danger to himself, until his ship was beached,
the water having risen in the meanwhile to the
furnace door. He sent the rest of his engine room
crew up to safety and remained alone at his post.
Recommended for decoration.
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
.M.Drifter THE BOYS - Skipper Andrew Buchan, R.N.R., W.8.3319.
Seaman George F. Mathews, R.N.R., H.O.
Accompanied Skipper Buchan on all trips.
Skipper Buchan reports that he showed great capability
and coolness throughout the operations and that his
services were invaluable.
Recommended for mention.
H.M. Drifter GOLDEN GIFT - Temporary Skipper George Searles Sampson,
W.S.3392.
Cook,Reginald G. A. Remblance, LT/SX.181854.
On 28th May this man made eight trips from
drifter to shore and back, as a volunteer, Many of
these trips were done under fire. His work was
outstanding and an example to all. He subsequently
made other trips to Dunkirk in drifters and has
always been prominent in volunteering for any duty.
Recommended for decoration.
H.M.Drifter GOLDEN SUNBEAM. - Skipper William Charles Frederick
Chaney, W.8.3242.
Seaman Joseph Allen Peters, S.G.G.L., H.O., LT/JX.180429.
This man consistently showed a good example of
cheerfulness and courage under fire and stood out as
a good and willing worker at all times.
Recommended for decoration.
H.M.Drifter MIDAS - Skipper Herbert Holden, R.N.R., W.S.3432.
Mate, James Bettess, R.N.R. LT/JX. 187263.
In charge of boats to and from the shore.
Volunteered for any job that was going and showed
good qualities of leadership and courage throughout
the operations at Dunkirk.
Recommended for decoration.
Seaman William Omar Blowers, R.N.R., LT/JX.181818.
Worked continuously with Mate Bettess and was
a volunteer at all times for any work, regardless of
his own safety.
Recommended for mention.
M.Drifter PAXTON - Skipper Louis, R.N.R. (Decorated for this
operation in London Gazette of 7th June, 40)
Mate, Sidney Rose, KT/JX.185667.
Did invaluable work machine-gunning aircraft
until PAXTON sank, thus setting a fine example of
courage to his men. Later he transferred to
UT PROSIM. Working from her and on the beaches,
he did very good work assisting soldiers to evacuate
under fire.
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Operation "DYNAMO" Fatt Recommendations of Personnel.
M.Drifter SHIPMATES. Temporary Skipper Herbert Edward Ward, W.S. 3195.
Herbert Cuthbertson, Mate, LT/JX.1858584.
his conduct and leadership were at all times of the
In the absence of a Skipper during the operations
highest order.
Recommended for decoration.
H.M. Drifter YORKSHIRE LASS - Temporary Lieutenant Edward Henry
Godfrey Hope, R.N.V.R.
Stoker John J. Collins, LT/KX.105201.
Displayed great coolness under fire and willing-
ness to help others apart from his own duty. His
conduct at Dunkirk was exemplary.
Recommended for decoration.
Seaman Samuel William George Bauldry, LT/JX.181750. (Acting 2nd
Engineman.)
Was outstanding down in the engine room on
occasions when YORKSHIRE LASS was under fire. He was
warmly praised by his crew for his courage, and his
conduct at Calais and Dunkirk was magnificent,
Recommended for decoration.
Lieutenant Joseph Cox, R.N.R.
Lieutenant T. P. Graham, R.N.R.
Commended for service in action as Unit Officers
of Drifters. Both these officers completed several trips
to Dunkirk, and in addition did good work at Calais and
Boulogne. Their conduct throughout operations was
exemplary and they set a very good example to Skippers and
their crews.
Recommended for decoration.
Commander Reginald Wastell English, R.N.
Commander English was severely injured by explosion
of depth charges when swimming in the water after his ship
was sunk. Picked up by WESTELLA, he used his utmost
exertion to save the lives of both crews by getting out
boats when WESTELLA was sunk subsequently. Later, after
being rescued for the second time, by SAON, insisted on
the need for WESTELLA being sunk to prevent her falling into
the hands of the enemy and then collapsed, due to internal
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
"M" DRIFTERS attached to H.M.S. WATCHFUL - Lieutenant Alexander Harper-
Turner, R .N.V.R. Group Officer
troops Dunkirk Harbour and off the beaches. They taking were
Thirteen from Drifters were used in the operation,
continually being bombed and also shelled by shore
batteries. Three ships of the flotilla were put out of
action by near misses. The remainder all received
superficial damage from splinters and concussion.'
Recommendations.
OFFICERS:
Lieutanant Alexander Harper Turner, R.N.V.R.
Showed great determination, pertinacity and
devotion to duty under very trying circumstances.
Recommended for decoration.
Sub. Lieutenant Norman Walter Albert Mann, R.N.V.R. Unit Officer.
Showed great determination and devotion to duty
in the handling of his unit whilst off the beaches.
Recommended for mention.
Skipper George Hattan, W.S., 3022. R.N.R.-REED.
Showed great determination and devotion to duty
in the handling of his Drifter whilst off the beaches,
enabling a large number of troops to be evacuated.
Recommended for decoration.
RATINGS:
Chief Engineman A.A. Storr, X.6082, E.S. - FEASIBLE.
After his Drifter had broken down due to near
miss from shell-fire, showed great devotion to duty
and determination in trying to maintain steam in face
of continuous bombing and shell-fire.
Recommended for decoration.
The following ratings all showed a splendid
example under trying circumstances when under constant
bombing and shell fire, and they are accordingly
recommended for mention:
Stoker R. Whiteley, KX. 100149 - "John and Norah".
Second Hand John William Crawford, LT/JX. 173174 "Swift Wing".
Able Seaman Alan Morrison, X. 7814 C. "Jeannie McIntosh".
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
DOVER MINESWEEPING TRAWLERS -
Lieutenant Robert Bill, R.N., Senior Executive Officer.
Recommendations.
Lieutenant Robert Bill, R.N.
Trawler organisation. Sent in charge of 6 trawlers to
Senior Executive Officer of the Dover Minesweeping
Dunkirk 29th May to 30th May. Arriving Dunkirk 1330,
they were subjected to continuous air attack between
1530 and 2000 during the most severe air attack of the
whole operation which caused heavy losses. At the
time, at Dunkirk East Pier were berthed no less than
8 vessels. The trawlers assisted in berthing and
unberthing these ships, embarking the troops as
opportunity offered, Lieutenant Bill assisting the
Piermaster on the jetty. During the worst raid at
1800 when all the damage occurred, he personally, by
drawing his revolver maintained order among the
troops, who were inclined to panic. Under his
direction trawlers assisted to clear the harbour of
ships to safeguard the vital channel from being
blocked. Subsequently, he detailed his vessels to
assist those damaged, to rescue survivors and troops
from the 6 vessels who were sunk or severely damaged.
Throughout this period of severe trial Lieutenant Bill
remained cool and self-possessed and set a magnificent
example to those around him. He showed sound judgment
in his actions and his orders to his trawlers and was
largely responsible for the fact that greater loss was
not incurred. A. fine display of officer-like qualities
and gallantry under fire.
Recommended for decoration.
Recommendations.
H.M. Drifter DORIENTA - Skipper William Francis Reynolds,
R.N.R., W.S.2839.
DORIENTA proceeded from Portsmouth to Ramsgate and
Dunkirk towing small craft, and on 31st May worked off
the beaches embarking troops; in this work she was
conspicuous.
OFFICER.
Skipper William Francis Reynolds, R.N.R. W.S.2839.
DORIENTA suffered air bombardment and was finally
severely damaged by the explosion of a shell from a
shore battery. It was boarded by the local Senior
Officer, who considered the ship was completely out of
action owing to severe engine room damage. Nevertheless
Skipper Reynolds determined to bring his ship back and
finally, navigating without any chart and with engines
partially disabled, brought his ship back to port with
troops on board.
Recommended for decoration.
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
H.M. Drifter DORIENTA (Continued).
RATINGS.
Engineman W. Kennedy, R.N.R. ex 369.
Shell damaged and unseated the boiler, blew
the engine room with steam and hot water, flooding
steam pipe trunks, wrecked the feed pump, filling
the bilges, choking pumps with ashes. Engineman
Kennedy S devotion to duty and determination
ultimately enabled the ship to steam once more
with careful nursing. At all times his conduct
was exemplary in circumstances of great danger.
Recommended for decoration.
Engineman J. Smith, H.O.
Stoker J. J. Shone, H.O.
Stoker J. Pirie, R.N.R.
Initiative, skill and energy shown by these
ratings under the control of Engineman Kennedy,
and their devotion to duty at all times, contributed
largely to the ultimate safety of the ship, her
crew and the rescued troops. Their conduct was
exemplary when the ship was under fire.
Recommended for mention.
H.M. Danlayer GULZAR - Lieutenant Cedric Victor Brammell, R.N.R.
(Decorated for this operation in London
Gazette of 7th June, 1940).
This vessel completed 5 round trips to Dunkirk and the
beaches between 29/5 and 3/6 with conspicuous success.
Recommendations.
The Commanding Officer selected the following
ratings for constant and untiring devotion to duty
throughout the period and for conspicuous steadiness
under fire:-
Coxswain Edward S. Woodhead, T.124.
Seaman Charles H. Baldry, T.124.
Cook, George Cliefe, T.124.
Greaser, Peter Blake, T.124.
Signalman Arthur L. Shallis. OD/X.4505.
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
HARWICH M/S DRIFTERS.
Commander John Williams Damer Powell, D.S.C.,R.N.R. (Retired)
Embarked in H. M. Drifter MARE 1st
Senior from Dunkirk Officer of 4 Drifters. MARE embarked June, 220 troops as
Captain M/S Harwich, remarks: "Each
pier during a heavy bombing attack.
on to his their return gave the whole credit for the enterprise Skipper
leader, Commander Powell."
Recommended for mention.
H.MDrifter: STRIVE. - Skipper Henry Arthur Catchpole, R.N.R.
afternoon and night of 31st May. During the night,
Embarked troops from La Panne beach during the
when all other ships had retired owing to bombing and
shelling, STRIVE remained until 0430/1 and continued
287 troops.
to embark troops until fully loaded, bringing back
Recommendation.
Skipper Henry Arthur Catchpole, R.N.R.
Recommended for mention.
H.M. Drifter THREE KINGS. - Skipper Arthur Victor Long, R.N.R.
Recommendation.
Skipper Arthur Victor Long, R.N.R.
Made two trips to Dunkirk beach, on 31st May and
let June, although short of his Second Hand and two
men. The flotilla was heavily bombed on the way across
on 31st May and THREE KINGS' engines were badly shaken.
Evacuated 350 troops.
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
Yacht BYSTANDER (Echo John Sounding Yacht) - Sub. Lieutenant Henry
Beresford Barge, R.N.V.R. V.
Recommendations.
RATING:
Able Seaman (Cook) J. H. Elton, LT/JX.180250 (R.N. Patrol Service)
off the Dunkirk, KING this ship proceeded to remove 0200/30/5 the
Employed as Cook in this yacht. At when
dinghy, with ORRY, then sinking in the fairway. The crew of ft.
effect Elton and one other as crew, launched 8 to
attempted a weak to swim to the yacht, but they were personnel in
a rescue. Most of the KING ORRY's
dived was obvious many would drown. Elton done
that it state owing to the arduous service they had such
of the into the water and assisted and supported thereupon
hour swimmers as he could find for more than half as many
loads whilst the dinghy, rowed by the other rating, an
water Elton put many men on to life-rafts and towed the
of men, returned to the BYSTANDER. Whilst in with
by on swimming. The last men he brought back to the yacht them
a life-raft, were towed by Elton in the water
as a tow-rope with one hand on the raft and one hand acting on
the dinghy - a remarkable feat of endurance. He was
responsible for rescuing about 25 Officers and men. In
supplied hot tea and food to all the 97 men on board
addition to the above, Elton, in his capacity as Cook,
within half an hour of leaving the scene of the wreck,
the cooking utensils, etc, normally sufficing for 7.
He provided dry clothes and blankets and generally
tended the rescued, many of whom were suffering from
shock. This rating was unsparing in his efforts and
acted with great gallantry without regard to his own
safety.
Recommended for decoration.
Motor Boat CONSTANT NYMPH: - Chargehand B.A. Smith, Little Ship Club,
(Owner of Motor Boat).
Recommendation.
Chargehand B. A. Smith, Little Ship Club.
Chargehand Smith proceeded with a crew of 2 Naval
Stokers who had never been to sea, in tow p.m. 30th May
for the beaches. Took in a whaler and cutter, and
during the night ferried off about 800 men to 2 skoots
the JUTLAND and LAUDANIA, who were thus filled up.
CONSTANT NYMPH then collected a number of odd boats
trying to row off to ships filled with soldiers, and
collected them and towed them to offshore vessels.
During thiss time fairly continuous bombing and shelling
were encountered. Chargehand Smith remarks that being
deaf and with a lot to do prevented him noticing these
annoyances. Continued work until all fuel was
exhausted, and the boat was sent to a supply drifter
for repair and refuelling, Chargehand Smith being
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Engineer C. Coggins.
yacht being running fouled the whole time, in spite of motor
This civilian kept the engines of this
required. frequently and the continuous propeller
boats to He also put the engines of several running other
assisted rights when they broke down. He
the Skipper throughout the operations. ably
Recommended for mention.
30 ft. Motor Yacht MAID ERRANT. - Able Seaman S. Palmer, D/JX.
148052.
Recommendations.
Able Seaman S. Palmer. 148052.
Sailed from Sheerness on Friday, 31st May, in
convoy for Dunkirk. En route rescued survivors
of a French destroyer, then prodeeded to the beaches.
There he was swamped by French soldiers swarming
over his boat, which drifted ashore. Later the
boat refloated and he took one V.C.O. and 8 British
soldiers; he had no crew except one Stoker, who had
great difficulty with the engine. Off Dunkirk, on
the way home, the engine broke down, so he broke up
the yacht's wood fittings and made the 8 soldiers
paddle the boat. Later, the engine restarted after
on 18 hour voyage. Next day, without orders, he
sailed with a crew of one other Able Seaman, but was
turned back as his craft was too slow to take part
in the night evacuation ordered for that evening.
Able Seaman Palmer states that he passed for
Leading Seaman in May, 1927. He states he
possesses the L. S. & G. C. Medal.
Recommended for immediate advancement.
Drifter OCEAN BREEZE, War Department Launch HAIG and Skoot
PASCHOLL.
(Lieutenant Victor Alexander Christian Henry George de Mauny,
R.N.Retired.
Recommendations,
Lieutenant Victor Alexander C.H.G. de Mauny. R.N.
Between noon on the 30th May and 0815 4th June
was continuously engaged under way on evacuation
duties without any intermission. Commanded in
succession OCEAN BREEZE, HAIG and then as Navigator
of a group of skoots in PASCHOLL. Brought back more
than 300 troops from Dunkirk beach in surf
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Motor-Boat AURA and Michael H.M. Drifter YORKSHIRE LASS. Sub,Lieutenant
Adam Anthony Chodzko, R.N.V.R. -
Recommendation.
showed capped by extremely unreliable engine of his Handi- he
off the the beaches for 12 hours on June let.
Sub. -Lieutenant Chodzko performed valuable work
craft and great determination in making the best boat,
final breakdown of his motor-boat, he was appointed
ferrying a large number of troops. use After of his the
Skipper of H. M. Drifter YORKSHIRE LASS and under
work 2nd. in the Inner Harbour, Dunkirk, on the night of June
command of Lieutenant-Commander Prior, R.N., did excellent the
Recommended for mention.
Motor-Boat SKYLARK and Lowestoft Lifeboat MICHAEL STEPHENS. Sub.-
Lieutenant Marwood J. R. Yeatman.
Recommendation.
in tow for Dunkirk, Tow failed and Sub. -Lieutenant
Took charge of motor-boat SKYLARK on the 31st May
Yeatman returned to port and did valuable work in over-
hauling the engines of motor boats which had broken down.
Next day he proceeded in SKYLARK to Dunkirk and resoued
survivors of various bombed ships, returning to Dover under
own power p.m. Next day commissioned MICHAEL STEPHENS,
Lowestoft Lifeboat, with a crew of two stokers and one
A.B. Spent the night in Dunkirk harbour ferrying troops.
Climbed on to the Mole under shell-fire and by means of
forecful language and the rifle-butt induced French
troops, who were lying on the Mole, to embark. Reached
Dover with a full load of troops after a 6 hour voyage
under own power. Displayed considerable determination
and initiative.
Recommended for mention.
Newhaven Lifeboat ROSA WOOD and PHYLLIS LUND. - Able Seaman W.J.
Morris, P/JX. 26097, in Command.
Recommendations.
RATINGS:
Able Seaman W. J. Morris, P/JX.26097.
With a crew of one stoker and one ordinary seaman,
carried out two independent trips to the beach and to Dunkirk
harbour. Encountered great difficulty off the beaches due
to deep draught of lifeboat, and during the night rescued a
number of troops from motor-launch and drifting boats off
shore. Was dissatisfied with his efforts and proceeded
back to Dunkirk harbour, where during the night 2/6 - 3/6
under artillery fire ferried off about 700 troops to various
ships, and assisted in removing troops from the personnel
vessel ROUEN aground in the harbour. Finally returned to
Dover with a full load. This was Morris's first experience
as Coxswain of any boat. He showed great determination and
gallantry under fire in his independent command.
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85 foot Motor Boats PAULETEER and MARASOLE. - Stoker D. T. Banks,
Recommendations.
KX/86174.
RATINGS:
Stoker D. T. Banks, KX/86174.
Lewis gun and a compass he did not know how to gun,
With crew of two Ordinary Seamen, a Bren a
boats. Brought back more than 400 troops to England.
completed seven or eight trips in one or other use, of these
Was sunk with his crew in MARASOLE, undeterred resumed
duty with PAULETEER. Endured frequent machine gunning
from the air. During six days' work off the coast his
idea of relaxation was to take "a run ashore" in Dunkirk
with his crew, this town burning furiously and under
bombardment at the time. Displayed remarkable
leadership, initiative and courage under fire.
Recommended for decoration and
early advancement.
Shipwright 2nd Class (Pensioner) Charles Greenwood P/M.8899.
Indefatigable in preparing Portsmouth small
craft for the operation. As a volunteer proceeded to
Dunkirk beaches to effect repairs to boats there.
Served in Yacht ERICA and H. M. Drifter ROBERT CLIFF,
exceptional devotion to duty.
off the beaches assisting in evacuation work. Displayed
Recommended for mention.
Ships Boats, Fast Motor Boat VERNON I, W.D. Fast Launch PIGEON.
(Sub.Lieutenant George Arthur Gabbett-Mulhallen, R.N.)
Recommendations.
OFFICER:
Sub.Lieutenant George Arthur Gabbett-Mulhallen, R.N.
This enterprising and determined officer commanded
in succession a number of small craft working from
Ramsgate and ferried off a large number of troops from
the beaches, in surf, and from Dunkirk harbour, on four
successive days and nights. Brought off almost the
last part from Dunkirk in the PIGEON. Frequently under
fire, displayed courage and leadership of high order.
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H.M.S. MALCOLM.
Commissioned Engineer, Reginald Thomas Jones AR.N., H.M.S.
Midshipman Malcolm John Ball, R.N.R., H.M.S. SABRE. SCIMITAR.
Lieutenant Commander Hugh Nicholas Aubyn Richardson, R.N.,
H.M.S. SHIKARI.
Lieutenant Adrian Paul Wilbraham Northey, R.N., H.M.S. VIMY.
Lieutenant Francis Peter Baker, R.N., H.M.S. VIVACIOUS.
Lieutenant Commander William Alan Frank Hawkins, R.N.,
H.M.S. WINCHELSEA.
Mr. Frederick William Benoy, Gunner, R.N., H.M.S. WOLSEY.
Lieutenant Frederick Greville Woods, R.N., H.M.S. WORCESTER.
Lieutenant Commander Colin Henry Corbet-Singleton, R.N.,
H.M.S. ALBURY.
Midshipman Ian Kinloch Bryce, R.N.R., H.M.S. FITZROY.
Commander Michael Anthony Ormus Biddulph, R.N., H.M.S.
GLENGOWER.
Sub-Lieutenant John Francis Worthington, R.N.V.R.,
H.M.S. HALCYON.
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Lieutenant Alfred Thomas Cook, R.N.R., H.M.S. MEDWAY QUEEN.
Sub-Lieutenant John David Greaves, R.N.R., H.M.S. MEDWAY
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QUEEN.
Lieutenant Robert Peverell Hichens, R.N.V.R., H.M.S. NIGER.
Lieutenant Cecil John Carp, R.N.V.R., H.M.S. PRINCESS
ELIZABETH.
Temporary Sub-Lieutenant James Tomkin, R.N.V.R., H.M.S.
PRINCESS ELIZABETH.
Lieutenant Kenneth Arthur Gadd, R.N.R., H.M.S. ROSS.
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Commissioned Engineer Thomas Kirby Reynolds R.N., H.M.S.
SALAMANDER.
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Lieutenant Robert Archibald Vallings, R.N.R., H.M.S.
SPEEDWELL.
VX Sub-Lieutenant William Geoffrey Hewitt, R.N.V.R.,
H.M.S. SUTTON.
Lieutenant Commander John Hugh Lewes, R.N., H.M.S. BIDEFORD.
Commanded
Lieutenant,Ackroyd Norman Palliser Costobadie, R.N., H.M.S.
LOCUST.
X
Lieutenant Denis Harold Palmer Gardiner, R.N., H.M.S.
MOSQUITO.
X Probationary Sub-Lieutenant Eric Sidney Flint, R.N.R.,
H.M.S. MOSQUITO.
xSub-Lieutenant Thomas Ellison Godman, R.N.V.R., H.M.Y.
SERIOLA.
VX Skipper Andrew Buchan, R.N.R., W.S.3319, H.M.Drifter THE BOYS.
XV Skipper Herbert Holden, R.N.R., W.S.3432, H.M.Drifter MIDAS.
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Chief Petty Officer William Cobley, C/J.22075, H.M.S. SPEEDWELL
Leading Seaman Stanley Robert Holden, 106164,
H.M.S. SPEEDWELL
Able Seaman Thomas James Kesby, C/J.87250, H.M.S. SPEEDWELL
Petty Officer Harold Beasley, C/J.93287, H.M.S. SUTTON
Acting Stoker Petty Officer Albert George Dollery, P/KX.80017,
H.M.S. SUTTON
Fireman William Mitchell, T.124, - QUEEN OF THANET
Chief Mechanician Arthur Frederick Ford, P/K.21534,
H.M.S. WHIPPINGHAM
Stoker Petty Officer Charles William Donnelly, D/K.5995,
H.M.S. BIDEFORD
Acting Cook Albert Victor Hocking, D/MX.58549, H.M.S. BIDEFORD
Stoker 1st Class F.F. Beer, C/KX.86684, H.M.S. KINGFISHER
Able Seaman Cecil Arthur Leonard Hirschfield, C/J.100099,
H.M.S. MOSQUITO
Stoker Petty Officer William Edward White, C/K.64353,
H.M.S. MOSQUITO
Yacht Engineer F. Barter, T.124, H.M.Y. ANLAH
LXV
Able Seaman W.F. Lunn, 107117, H.M.Y. ANLAH
Engine Room Artificer A. Ferris, T.124, H.M.Y. BOUNTY
Signalman H.G. Hayes, C/JX.140933, H.M.Y. BOUNTY
HXV
Ordinary Signalman W.A. Denny, TP/X.1790, H.M.Y. BOUNTY
Able Seaman E. Fenton, P/JX.145044, H.M.Y. BOUNTY
Acting Petty Officer H.H. Smith, P/JX.125648, H.M.Y. CARYANDA
Able Seaman T.W. Schofield, 26827, H.M.Y. CARYANDA
Chief Petty Officer A.A.H. Gutsell, P/J.28475, H.M.Y. THELE
Chief Engineman Harry S. Sharman, LT/KX.105182, H.M.Drifter
Boy Roy
Cook Reginald G.A. Remblance, LT/SX.181854, H.M.Drifter
GOLDEN GIFT
Seaman Joseph Allen Peters, S.G.G.L., H.O., LT/JX.180429,
H.M. Drifter GOLDEN SUNBEAM
Mate James Bettess, R.N.R. LT/JX.187263, H.M. Drifter MIDAS
Seaman William Omar Blowers, R.N.R., LT/JX.181818, H.M. Drifter
MID'AS
Mate Sidney Rose, 185667, H.M. Drifter PAXTON
Mate Herbert Cuthbertson, LT/JX. 1858584, H.M. Drifter SHIPMATES
Stoker John J. Collins, LT/KX.105201, H.M. Drifter YORKSHIRE LASS
Seaman Samuel William George Bauldry, LT/JX.181750, (Acting
Second Enginemen) H.M. Drifter YORKSHIRE LASS
Chief Petty Officer Percy S.T. Munn, C/J.10033, Torpedo
Coxswain Pensioner, H.M.S. ROYAL EAGLE
Able Seaman George Frend, 95190, H.M.S. CRESTED EAGLE
Chief Engineman A.A. Storr, X.6082, - FEASIBLE.
Stoker R. Whiteley, 100149, - JOHN AND NORAH
Second Hand John William Crawford, LT/JX.173174, - SWIFT WING
LXV
Able Seaman Alan Morrison, X.7814C, - JEANNIE MCINTOSH
Seaman John Guyan Mearns, LT/JX.179790, - GULA
Engineman W. Kennedy, R.N.R. EX. 369, H.M. Drifter DORIENTA
Coxswain Edward S. Woodhead, T. 124, H.M. Danlayer GULZAR
Greaser Peter Blake, 124, H.M. Danlayer GULZAR
Second Hand Charles Adams, L.H., JX. 173276, H.M.T. JOHN CATTLING
Petty Officer George Albert Coussens, P/J.7788, H.M.S. DWARF.
Ordinary Seaman Jack Randle, 182172, H.M.S. LLANTHONY.
VXV
Petty Officer B. Pope, R.N.R., D.5672, H.M.S. MONA'S ISLE.
Able Seaman Frederick Henry Herbert Wyatt, R.N.V.R., B.9/1806,
H.M.Y. ALOUETTE 11.
Chargehand B.A. Smith, Little Ship Club, Motor Boat NYMPH. CONSTANT
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H:M.Y. LAHLOO
Petty Officer H.H. Holland, J.20594, H.M.Y. AHOLA
Able Seaman F.H. Finch, SSX.23237, H.M.Y. AHOLA
Yacht Engineer T.M. Weir, T.124, H.M.Y. EILA II
Petty Officer C.S. Smith, P/J.14350, H.M.Y. EILA II
Able Seaman C.S. Marriott, P/SSX.237766, H.M.Y. EILA II
Yacht Engineer D. Brewer, T.124, H.M.Y. LAHLOO
Seaman George F. Mathews, R.N.R., H.O., H.M. Drifter THE BOYS
Lieutenant-Commander Edward Frederick Allan Farrow, R.N.R.,
H.M.S. ROYAL EAGLE
Ordinary Seaman Hugh Watson Miller, C/JX.170070,
H.M.S. ROYAL EAGLE
Lieutenant-Commander Bernard Ralph Booth, R.N.R.,
H.M.S. CRESTED EAGLE
Engineer Lieutenant Ewart Jones, T.124, H.M.S. CRESTED EAGLE
Chief Steward John Gooch, T.124, H.M.S. CRESTED EAGLE
Able Seaman George Tilleny, C/SS.7050, R.F.R., B.17336,
H.M.S. CRESTED EAGLE
Able Seaman Frederick JamesSlack, C/J.93546, R.F.R., B.21781,
H.M.S. CRESTED EAGLE
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Ordinary Seaman Frank A.V. Patrick, C/JK.171302,
H.M.S. CRESTED EAGLE
Sub-Lieutenant Norman Walter Albert Mann, R.N.V.R., Unit
Officer
Engineman J. Smith, H.O., H.M. Drifter DORIENTA
Stoker J.J. Shone, H.O., H.M. Drifter DORIENTA
Stoker J. Pirie, R.N.R., H.M.Drifter DORIENTA
Seaman Charles H. Baldry, T.124, H.M. Danlayer GULZAR
Cook, George Cliefe, T.124, H.M. Danlayer GULZAR
Signalman Arthur L. Shallis, OD.X.4505, H.M. Danlayer GULZAR
Lieutenant Charles C.L. Gaussen, R.N.V.R., H.M. SARGASSO Danlayer
Commodore Alfred Hugh Taylor, O.B.E., (Rear-Admiral Retired)
Commander John Williams Damer Powell, D.S.C. (Bar), R.N.R.,
(Retired), H.M. Drifter MARE
Skipper Henry Arthur Catchpole, R.N.R., H.M. Drifter STRIVE
Skipper Sub-Lieutenant Reginald Edward Lee, R.N.V.R., H.M. Yacht
Arthur Victor Long, R.M.R., H.M. Drifter THREE KINGS
ALOUETTE II
Second Hand John W. Fenwick, LT/KX.188753, H.M. Yacht
ALOUETTE II
Lieutenant Herbert Edward Wigfull, R.N.V.R., H.M.Y. CHRISTOBEL Il
Ordinary Seaman John Phillip Charles Mead, LT/JX.193106, II
H.M.Y. CHRISTOBEL
Acting Sub-Lieutenant G.A. Cadell, R.N., M.B. LADY CABLE
Lieutenant Engineer C. Victor Coggins, Alexander M.Y. MASAYRU. C.H.G. de Mauny, R.N., OCEAN Drifter BREEZE.
Sub-Lieutenant K.E.A. Bayley, R.N.V.R., Motor Boat PRINCESS LILLY
Sub-Lieutenant Michael Adam Anthony Chodzko, R.N.V.R.,
M/B. AURA
Sub-Lieutenant Marwood W. P/KX.87052, )Newhaven & PHYLLIS Lifeboat LUND ROSA
J.R. Yeatman, M/B. SKYLARK
Stoker 1st Class Spray, White, CDX.133 ) WOOD Boat
Ordinary Acting Petty Seaman Officer T.E. Achin, JX.149919, Belgian Motor YSER
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Naval of the Secretary. Merchant have been inserted on the instructions and men of
The following Navy additional names of officers
D.S.C.
Mr. David Douglas Robb, Chief Engineer, ISLE OF GUERNSEY.
Mr. William MacGregor, Chief Engineer, KING GEORGE V.
Mr. George Clifford Frederick Todley, Second Engineer, MAID OF ORLEANS.
Mr. Rowland Baxter, Master, PRAGUE.
Mr. Walter Ernest Oxenham, Chief Engineer, PRAGUE.
Mr. A.Patterson, Chief Officer, ROYAL DAFFODIL.
Mr. Andrew Sinclair, Chief ineer, ROYAL SOVEREIGN.
Mr. A.B. Freeman, First Officer, ST. HELIER.
Mr. H.Whiteway, Master, TYNWALD.
Mr. Charles Mason, Radio Officer, TYNWALD.
D.S.M.
Quartermaster Henry Russell, MAID OF ORLEANS.
Donkeyman Albert Delamain, ROYAL DAFFODIL.
Chief Steward Thomas Edward Manser, ROYAL SOVEREIGN.
Quartermaster Clarence T. Walkey, ST.HELIER.
Mention in Despatches. (Posthumous)
Fireman A. Phillips, BIARRITZ.
Mention in Despatches.
Captain R.Hughes, Master, KILLARNEY.
Captain C.G. West, O.B.E., Master, NEPHRITE.
Captain H. Clarke, Master, PRINCESS MAUD.
Captain J.N. Larbalestier, Master, ROEBUCK.
Mr. W.Lister, Purser, TYNWALD.
Carpenter J.Garre, TYNWALD.
Donkeyman A.Allen, TYNWALD.
Jumph 25th July, 1940.
Naral Secretary.
Naval Secretary has given orders for the following further
names to be inserted:-
Mention in Despatches.
Captain Thomas C. Woods, Master, LADY OF MANN.
/Captain A.M. Poole, Master, LADY SOUTHBOROUGH. (Hopper Barge).
Captain Ewen Mackinnon, Master, LOCH GARRY.
Captain R.G. Banks, Acting Master, Lighter X.209.
Captain William Josiah Penny, Master, Tug St. Clears.
/Captain Robert Durrant, Master, Drifter LORD RODNEY.
/Captain John William Dickinson, Master, NGORAMA.
vMr. Victor Smith, Mate, Drifter JAVA.
/Mr. Raymond Crane, Engineer, M.V. LAROC.
Mr. Jack Lynn, Mate, M.V. LAROC.
Xxxx Steward H.A.E. Frost, M.V. LAROC.
Deckhand Leonard Lynn, M.V. LAROC.
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H.M.S. "CAPE- SPARTEL"
AND Captain M/S Harwich.
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rok Be) - Belgian MY = Motor yacht
og - Cargo liner (No) = Norwegian
D - Dinghy > > Putter
DB - Dumd darze PC - Mixed passenger ana Saree liner
DR - Drifter PS - Paddle steamer
(Da) - Dutch PTS - Pilot cutter
(Eg) - Esyptian PZ + Prige - now British
F ~ ferry \ $s - Salling barge
(Fi) - Fimish SL + Steam Launch
(Fry) - French SP3 - Self propelled barge
(Gr) ~- Greek ss - Steam ship
(ie) - Italien SY - Steam yacht
L - ,ighter rE ~- Tender
MB - Motor boat TX - Tanker
MEFS - Movcor fishing boat ype - Trawler
Misa -=- gos are (This incluces aux. TR - Tramp
ts, Wherries, Sloops, ¢tc.) Tu - Tug
ML - Motor leunch
MV ‘vate vessel (Tur) - Turkish ;
W - Whaler :
in m column {) — teces of Employment
CA ~ Compulsorily acquires TyC-wN - Time chartered on net %
CixzsS— gt pag under the Liner vasis
Aine Ba Ma oreo ye ote -E90 - Dormant contract
Le a ES £985, 98 C9 BD = Net chaptarberviee!
PUR ST K i bps xi A ~- Gross charterparty
R = Sebesikhs thieok sas 9 ore Vessels of)
ae Be & - Time Cherter yt a ~- Gross charter agreement
in columm (5) <a \
iN - Net tonnege DY - Deadweight - : Pay
as - Cargo capacity 1a? - Indicsted horss power
in colum (6) (1) -Nature of Service
ACS ~ Accommodetion ship BDP - Harbour defence patrol
AP - aur. Petrol IER - immobilisation of harbours and | j
ARM - Armament supply rivers
ARP ~- River emergency service “iS ~ Minesweeper
AS = Snti—subessinc Mas Cs Tl. - - Miscellaneous Naval
SE ~ Belloon berregc Misc. RAF - *{scelianeous RAF.
ED = Boom defence MW ~ Mine watching
ce - Contraband control ac ~ Naval control
C&SS - Cogsting and Short See ® ~ Patrol (ON
cs - Commerciel service 2D - Port auties oA
D - Danieying RD - River defente ”
DEMS - Defensive Zgquisnent of dd ~ Salvage"
Merchant Snips TD ~ Transport duties
DG - Dezaussing Service Ws ~ Waterbdoat
E - Examinetion Wy - War Dept.
FAA - Fleet Air Arm
FS - Fire Service

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From:- Lt. Commdr. A.R.W. Sayle, R.N.R.
Date:- 5th June, 1940.
To:-
Naval Officer in Charge, Ramsgate.
30th May.
0930
Received instructions to take Drifter "Fair Breeze"
to beach east of Dunkirk.
1130
Proceeded on board "Fair Breeze" with Sub. Lt. Washbourn
R.N. (from Portsmouth) and Mr. Golding, Trinity House
Pilot, and proceeded for Dunkirk with two whalers in
tow, courses as requisite.
1500
After whaler struck submerged object and appeared to be
making water.
1600
Arrived off Dunkirk and proceeded to Bray Beach.
1630
Arrived off Bray Beach, commenced sounding, closed
beach and hove to in two fathoms.
1645
After whaler found to be badly holed and filling with
water, cut it adrift; sent remaining whaler ashore
and requested motor boat from "Canvey Que en" to tow
off any other boats he could find. (This boat
rendered valuable assistance).
1700
First boat with troops arrived and embarkations commenced.
1800
Filled up with troops and proceeded to westward, hailed
by Officer Commanding "Royal Eagle", lying toseaward
of "Fair Breeze", and instructed to transfer troops
from "Fair Breeze" to "Royal Eagle". Made fast
1815
Finished transferring troops from "Fair Breeze" Beach and to
alongside "Royal Eagle".
Royal Eagle"; proceeded back to Bray hove
to off Sanatorium.
1830
1900
Recommenced Intensive bombing embarking attack troops. on Sanatorium and troops on
2030
Filled Bray up Beach. with troops and proceeded for Ramsgate; courses
as requisite.
31st May.
0045
Observed Parachute enemy Flare aircraft; off N. Goodwin. tide. no casualties.
0050
0200
0400
Buoy awaiting Pier and commenced out
tallied disembarking. 293.
0500
Troops
0515
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I have since tropps been to informed drifter that Letitia and Renown, laden,
Renown pieces.
of tow was a blown to and were themselves towed returning to Ramsgate. fully
TOTAL number of of tropps Cockle transported by Bawley boats was 600.
Description
a Bawley - 40' long, 12' beam, 2'6" over draft, Diesel engines
(All the following times are approimate)
Arriving at Ramsgate (1.6.40.) I decided that Bawley boats were not fit for further
service, and so ordered them to porceed to Southend. Obtained permission to
commandeer any craft available in Ramsgate harbour and to return to Dunkirk when
ready.
1400. Commandeered tug Contess but crew deliberately put tug aground and made every
possible obstruction to impede the sailing of same.
1700. Although tug Contess was afloat, engineer refused to put the ship: to sea, as
he claimed his filters would be blocked by sand. Crew of Tug Fossa, with Skipper,
volunteered to come instead, Commandeered tug Fossa and Motor boat Therune, which
I manned with one Petty Officer, and two Sea Scouts. (Unfortunately I lost track of
their names and addresses after I was sunk)
0000. Arrived at Dunkirk and decided that harbour was too congested with larger
craft to justify taking tug Fossa inside harbour. Proceeded with Motor-boats with
intention of filling up same and transferring soldiers to tug Fossa, whose instruc-
tions were to lay off Dunkirk until contacted. Coming alongside the jetty, overheard
Naval Officer on Mole cry "Isn't there anyone here who can deal with these Frenchmen?"
2.6.40. 0035. Offered my services as Liaison Officer. Left Therune in charge of Petty
Officer with orders to continue loading tug Fossa until at least 300 men had been
embarked, and then to return laden to Ramsgate if they could not find me.
Understand Fossa later went aground, but may have been re-floated.
0030 Mrs 0310. Due to fair knowledge of the French language Iwas able to render
a embarkation of troops on the jetty. The speed of the embarkation was greatly and slowed the
certain amount of assistance to Commander Cluston, Officer in Charge of the
due to the lack of understanding between the French Officers and men, and
up French believed that certain ships had been reserved for them,
English. The were on no account to be broken. As a result, serious could congestion not
was found round one contacting the various officers in charge of the regiments, and in getting was,
that their units gangway, while other ships at the end of the Pier I get
however, the men aboard. able to By assist to a certain extent in clearing up the point,
0310. the French Understanding troops on that the move. the destroyer Winchelsea was the last ship to be leaving
Dunkirk I returned to Dover with her.
0800. Reported to H.M.S. Lynx and was ordered and submitted to contact chart Commander with
Goodenugh (on 2.6.40) at Castle. Reported to Commander Dunkirk, Goodenugh 31.5.40 and 1.6.40, with
marked
with
rough details of state of of wrecks, affairs troops at on dunes, and from times Admiral of bombardments Ramsey to etc,
approximate as positions nights. Obtained permission assisting in
return noted to during Dunkirk these as Liaison two Officer with the object of again the
embarkation of French troops. RAF Motor boats with RAF complement, Dunkirk plus
1500. signalmen As an and advance two French party Officers, in two 3 Naval Officers, returned to under
Commander 1855. Attacked Cluston's by 4 command. enemy aircraft, bambed as a and result finally of the sunk, bombing. foundering Enemy immediately. aircraft to
No seemed casualties, to be using however, delayed were action sustained bombs with an effect on side ship similar
that of charge on a submarine.
My right a leg depth slightly in damaged water by by explosion. enemy aircraft (do not boat think to porceed any casualties to Dunkirk were
by and enemy not to bombs pick and up machine survivors, gun as fire he if the remaining RAF boat attempted to us up.
1900. sustained) Machine Commander gunned Cluston shouted feared to remaining that we RAF would be detroyed in the pick water

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probable that to as Motor boats would not and
On Sunday the small Ramsgate was buzzing with rumours it seemed 2/6
volunteered "Marlborough". go Lewis Gunner in the War department go out so I Speed boat
civilian who had only had River "THARK" a man by the name of very highly This
coxswain At this of juncture the I would like to recommend the
man and back experience succeeded Ambler.
go
over again saved. on night and it was sunk but I believe that the boat the
to Dunkirk Mohday with no ficer in the boat. intaking He took the boa t
crew was
from the We treasury four Leading Stokers and two Sergeants of the
The "MARLBOROUGH" had a crew of four Subs, two solicitors
R.A.F. "HAIG" put to sea on Sunday night in company with our sister 2/6
a jetty and off about 40 "poilus". One of our solicitors
ship the took and had a quiet voyage acress. We went alongside
spoke French which assisted the operation œnsiderably. While we
were alongside there was slight enemy air activity and much against
the wishes of the rest of the crew who said I was merely attracting
attention, I succeeded in firing several hundred rounds into the
mishap. air, unfortunately with no success. We returned to Ramsgate without
Treasury and so we signed on an army officer who had been invalided
The next day, Monday, our solicitors had to return to the 3/6
and a retired colonel who had a reputation for being a crack shot
with a Lewis.
We went out at 1930 and picked Admiral Taylor up half way
across the channel from the Motor Boat "MERMAIDEN". When we got to
Dunkirk we went inside the harbour and quite a long way up the canal
and secured. The Admiral went ashore accompanied by two of our
crew armed to the teeth. The test of us occupied our time looting
and trying to start up derelict cars. Sub. Lt. Poole found a very
nice motor cycle and rode it round the docks.
We went off onceto bring boats to the point of
embarkation and then secured again. Shortly afterwards machine
gunning started quite near and a shell landed in a warehouse about
150 yards away. Fortunately our job was done so we were able to
leave. On our way down the canal we came on a blockage of
shipping, and going too near the shore went aground on some rubble
knocked into the water by a shell. We had the badluck to lose both
our screws and our rudder. Three French tugs refused to tow us off
but fortunately a Motor A/S Vessel who took us out to the main
harbour where we secured to the Motor Yacht "GULZA" who towed us back
to Dover.
4/6
We returned to Ramsgate on Tuesday morning by lorry to find
Schoot "PATRIA" which broke down on the way and we were towed in by
the operation had been cancelled. I returned to Sheerness inthe
a Drifter.
The times in the above are only approximate.
I have the honour to be,
A
Sir,
17 JUN 1940
*
Your obedient servant
at E
(SD.) A. CAREW HUNT.
Sub. Lieutenant, Royal Navy.
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
Copy to: Commander-in-Chief, The Nore

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soon as the fighters left, they seemed to know the exact
moment in which to approach.
(3)
Lack of satisfactory communication arrangements
was most noticeable. There were no portable wireless sets
ashore with the beach parties nor were any field telephones
supplied by the naval parties. Wednesday, The only method of communicating
messages to ships embarking from the beaches was by a written
message sent off in a boat. end BO far The 0.8 that
most
may
direction,
Marrative
29th New
I action et 2000 from Dover in ESK, who had on boand 12 small beene
persies. These were distributed at the beaches into any craft svailable end
Consedore Hallott VEHICLES jut E drifter to take ensige off shore at Bray est
dissolore Stephanon off In Purpose:
30th May
At 0200, 30th which VOIDE off La Parme and heard the general
situation from Geptrin
Almahie idain Cantro OF few ships, drifters and other orer's ere the
Locarding slowly with the few bosts available.
alrowd bauches black with troops, a number l beats
may t'est bests, principally whalers, and some mater-boat is
is visue were, aducation were low and the soa was oalm, but oven S
there vas assign must
It beneze immediately obvieus to time that any Iurge enharketion from
the beached OR more inshore boats and crews. The ozens were the
expenting WE E could not spare nen from A/A Guns and Americant and I
signaTied to this effect.
During the Porenoon I went into Dunkisk in HERE to 000 the S.N.O.
Was I Tenant VISA may with the C. in D. are La Panns, but nono the less I W.).8
sole to gir lasto the piature. Pinking that the harbour ovaila be used X
Furned No that enharkention States "smkirk was the only practical plan if
nombers involved SA substrjuent efforts were directed to
the 42. Visa ON 10 expiry signals.
10
At the same Use the benefits Your Se be taxing No the Fulless expecity of
N the boats and the problem X Eart to deal to control the
available so as to Balance Mass viro
Control ind not easy? it ESS selfor in see income
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to Dunkirk East Pier destroyers will be
sent there as well. All other craft
except Hospital Carriers to embark from
beach which is extended from one mile East
of Dunkirk to one mile East of La Panne.
Part 2 follows."
Part 2 received as follows :-
Whole length is divided into 3 equal ports
referred to as La Panne, Bray, Malo, from
East to West with a mile gap between each
port. La Panne and Bray have troop
concentration points each end and in middle;
Malo at each end. These points should be
tended by inshore craft.
Pass this message by V/S to ships not equipped
U/I, as opportunity offers. Destroyer at
Dunkirk pass to S.N.O. Dunkirk."
This was exactly what was required.
In the evening a series of fierce air attacks
were made on the Seatern Arm. These resulted in H.N.S. GREMADE
being bombed while embarking troops. It looked for the
moment as though she might sink and block the entrance to the
harbour but a trawler and drifter were sent to assist her
and managed to guide her into 8 pocket to the Westward of
the main channel. She burned fiercely for some hours and
eventually blew up with a loud explosion.
A trawler was also bombed and sank in the channel
in
about 50 yards from the East Pier about two cables/from the
Rastern Lighthouse.
The transport FENELLA was sunk while loading at
the outside extremity of the Kastern Arm. She was practically
fully loaded but the troops were transferred to another ship
with very little loss
A troop transport CRESTED KAGLE was bombed and
rendered unusable. She drifted down towards Bray where she
ran aground. A "J" Class destroyer was bombed off the
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"maximum number of French and British may be evacuated.
Impossible from here to judge local situation. In
close co-operation with Admiral Abrial you must act
in this matter on your own judgment.
At 2315 I made the following signal:-
"Withdrawal now proceeding according to plan. Shall
have certain reserves here to-morrow to assist French.
Intend to complete evacuation to-morrow by midnight.
A motor boat was sent to the mouth of the harbour at
dusk and allocated berths to the ships as they entered, the
requisite number of the personnel vessels being sent to the
embarkation pier in the Western harbour to embark French troops.
A good number of ships entered harbour and embarked troops, and
the seamanship displayed by destroyers, sloops and transports
was most praiseworthy under exceedingly difficult conditions.
I gave orders to evacuate a large proportion of naval
personnel during the night.
the final
All those that did remain until, withdrawal had performed
their duties magnificently.
Suriday 2nd June.
0800/2 - from S1N.0.Dunkirk.
"Request again maximum number of transports for British
and French. At 2130 June 2nd it is intended that all
British shall be evacuated by midnight. Request
M.A.S.B. at 2300.
At 0405 - from S.N.O.Dumkirk.
"Admiral du Nord requests that block ships will arrive at
6300 to-morrow night. He will signal if their placing
is to be postponed.
At 0730 - from S.N.O. Dunkirk:-
"Wounded situation acute. Hospital ships should enter
during day. Geneva Convention will be honourably
observed. It is felt that the enemy will refrain from
attack (This signal was made "en clear")
At 0830 - from S.N O. Dunkirk:-
"About 5000 British remain. Bofors ammunition short.
Sporting chance of embarking to-night. Maximum number
of fast motor boats at 2130 at inner end of Long Pier
would assist. Early this morning the drifter Lord Cava
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II XIGNINAV
OFFICERS WHO PERFORMED VALUABLE SERVICES.
Captain Howson.
X
Commission Hand
#
Levis (late P.S.T.O. who joined my party and
and very good work).
#
kilwood
#
Honderson
#
Richardson
X #
surteen
X
#
dotto
x
#
Clountion
Lieut. Communitor Junes
Paym. Licutenant Broakett, R.N.R.
Licutenant Balfour
Commonder Commy
Lieut. communder cubtoon. of the Drifter Land Cavan
Commander Kerr
X
Names already given to V.A.Dover for
special recognition in The first disputch
but all the remainder are wathy of mention
but particularly Khose / have underlaied.

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to Dunkirk East Pier destroyers will be
sent there as well. All other craft
EAT
except Hospital Carriers to embark from
beach which is extended from one mile East
Inemyor Dunkirk to one mile Rest of La Panne.
Part 8 follows."
Scobing
being
It
intended
Part 8 received as follows -
"Whole length is divided into 3 equal ports
referred to as La Panne, Bray, Malo, from
daly East to West with a mile gap between each
port. La Panne and Bray have troop
concentration points each end and in middle;
Malo at each end. These points should be
tended by inshore craft.
Pass this nessage by V/S to ships not equipped
I/C, as opportunity offers. or Destroyer at
Dunkirk pass to S.N.O. Dunkirk."
referred so the by a dive-bomber
This was exactly what was required.
In the evening a series of fierce air attacks
ere made on the Enstern Arm. These resulted in H.R.S. GRENADE
eing bombed while embarking troops. at It looked for the
oment as though she night sink and block the entrance to the
If
arbour but 8 trawler and drifter were sent to assist her
nd managed to guide her into a pocket to the Westward of
information as to the blooking
he main channel. She burned fiercely for some hours and
by Commader
If
ventually blew up with a loud explosion.
1a reduced the
A travler was also bombed and sank in the channel
the simimum. in
bout 50 yards from the East Pier about two cables/from the
astern Lighthouse.
The transport FENELLA was aunk while loading at
he outside extremity of the Reatern Arm. She was practically
ully loaded but the troops were transferred to another ship
1th very little loss
A troop transport CRESTED EAGLE was bombed and
endered unusable. She drifted down towards Bray where she
an aground. A "J" Class destroyer was bombed off the
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"maximum number of French and British may be evacuated.
Impossible from here to judge local situation. In
close co-operation with Admiral Abrial you must act
in this matter on your own judgment.
At 2315 I made the following signal:-
"Withdrawal now proceeding according to plan. Shall
have certain reserves here to-morrow to assist French.
Intend to complete evacuation to-morrow by midnight.
A motor boat was sent to the mouth of the harbour at
dusk and allocated berths to the ships as they entered, the
requisite number of the personnel vessels being sent to the
embarkation pier in the Western harbour to embark French troops.
A good number of ships entered harbour and embarked troops, and
the seamanship displayed by destroyers, sloops and transports
was most praiseworthy under exceedingly difficult conditions.
I gave orders to evacuate a large proportion of naval
personnel during the night.
the final
All those that did remain until, withdrawal had performed
their duties magnificently.
Suriday 2nd June.
0800/2 - from SIN.O.Dunkirk.
"Request again maximum number of transports for British
and French. At 2130 June 2nd it is intended that all
British shall be evacuated by midnight. Request
M.A.S.B. at 2300.
At 0405 - from S.N.O.Dunkirk.
"Admiral, an Nord requess that block ships will arrive at
6300 to-morrow night. He will signal if their placing
is to be postponed.
At 0730 - from S.N.O. Dunkirk:-
"Wounded situation acute. Hospital ships should enter
during day. Geneva Convention will be honourably
observed. It is felt that the enemy will refrain from
attack (This signal was made "en clear")
At 0830 - from S.N O. Dunkirk:-
"About 5000 British remain. Bofors ammunition short.
Sporting chance of embarking to-night. Maximum number
of fast motor boats at 2130 at inner end of Long Pier
would assist. Early this morning the drifter Lord Cava
our depot ship, was sunk by shell fire.

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Lieut, Cdr, W.G. Boaks.
4.
With after guns until motor boat lowered and then went
forward to make quite sure coxswain of boat (Hicks) understood
his orders reference embarking troops and collection of drifting
boats, Just as we got the beat clear I heard a bomb whistling
down and dived under Pom-Pom platform. About six, possibly more,
bombs dropped, one of which was presumably the one that went
through the engine room - this very seriously wounded and burnt
one rating and seriously burnt another but I escaped the full
force of the back flash although thrown heavily against Pom-Fom
deck overhead and almost knocked out.
I then went to the bridge to see what the position was
there, but there were no casualties there and 1 then went aft to
the after guns to find en route that deck was buckled by mainmast.
The after magazine and shell room were flooding and
decided to close down. I then went down to my cabin and passed
up about eight spare torches (placed there for use in disembark-
ing troops previous day - night) as all lights were out and
being daylight few were carrying torches on them. 1 found
general chaos in Captain's Cabin flat and sent extra hands down
to resecure deadlights as this compartment being next to the
buckled part was rather important.
I then went forward to supervise tow forward. In the
midst of this another heavy attack was made and most hands took
shelter, some in forecastle locker. I then found all but three
of the cordite rounds from "A" gun had been jettisoned and in
view of the nature of the attack ordered these three to be thrown
overboard. After this attack we came out and then started to
provide cordite again. I then went aft to see what damage bad
been done during which the fishing drifter returned and I again
went forward to rig дем tow lines and also ordered individual
hands to turn out and lower boats and carley floats into water
as by then it was known ship could not move and drifter could not
have towed faster than say four knots. I also placed one hand
with a lead line aft to keep check on amount of water ship was in
from point of view of grounding and stationed hands ready to cast
off boats' painters should ship sink without warning.
Then to the forecastle to get up the after hemp and
also 3/2" wire during course of which the third attack developed
and I went aft to the after guns and with one round of cordite
from forward fired the remaining round in Y gun myself at a
passing bomber but not enough aim off in field of view to hit
even with full deflection. After firing this round I went forward
and noticed that X gun had a round left but was unable to fire as
recoil cylinder had been emptied in preparation for firing and
tearing gun out of mounting overboard. This cylinder was re-
filled but on going forward I discovered that the crack in deck
appeared to have widened and gave orders that after guns were on
no account to be fired in view of probable breaking off of after
end. I then ordered every possible container of water to be
filled from only remaining water left in hot water tank in galley
and tore up soldiers ground capes to provide covers to prevent
loss or contamination of this water. Boats' anchors were then
placed in spare boats alongside and ears provided, sailing gear
placed in whaler, after steering compase unshipped and placed in
spare motor boat, torches distributed to boats, the after life-
buoy flare placed in whaler for possible use. After steering
party detailed and party to clear the flat of weeckage. I then
went forward for third time to take in tow during which the fourth
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4. (contd.).
On completion when ship had been struck and water was
level with waist the question of scuttling ship came up but
Captain decided this was unnecessary and order was given to
abandon ship. I reached one of the spare Army boats two hundred
yeard away and after collecting survivors to limit of boats
capacity went to drifter. After collecting all but two floats
we went off to head off & destroyer for the remainder.
Particular merit:-
A.B. Rawstron - courage, example & cheerfulness.
A.Bis Glover and Ord. Sea Mullins - courage de cheerfulness.
P.O. Robinson took charge well on forecastle.
A.B. Davis. Torp. although badly burned took a lively interest
in remaining action taken.
Lieut. Sowry AC for tenacity of purpose with French drifter
resulting in the recovery of seventy survivors and message passed
to destroyer for remaining fifty.
5.
Surg. Lieut. A.M. McHaffie.
1st. Attack. In Sick Bay 16 which was reduced to chaos
from concussions. Casualties arrived after attack.
Soldier complaining of burns of arms.
Stocker complaining of burns of face.
2xStwaker Terpedoman complaining of extensive surface burns of
face, scalp, neck and both eyes.
Another rating complained of splinter wound of left arm.
L.S.B.A. reported A.B. Riddle lying under Pon-Pom platform. When
I arráved there I found him complaining of fracture of left feaur
and very extensive burns of face and shoulders - Dressed him and
then went down into engine room where I saw two BRA's dead.
Griffeths& Grifftchs& Putt (stoker) was also dead.
L.S.B.A. reported four dead in boiler room.
2nd. attack. Ordered to clear upper deck - and I went to
port side alley way. Saw Mr. Francis of Pom-Pom platform and
one rating. He called for rest of crew and I passed on call to
ratings in fore meas deck. No hands came forward. Saw Captain
climbing on to platform followed by rest of crew. Was called by
Captain to attend to Mr. Francis and I went on to Pom-Pom platform
and found Mr. Francis unconscious - splinter through lungs. Gave
1/6th. morphine.
3rd. attack. Was still on Pom-Pom platform until shortly
after attack when Mr. Prancis died.
During interval between 3rd. and 4th. attacks.
Evacuated wounded into water boat lying in water amidships on
starboard side. Was helped in this by L.S.B.A and Coxswain.
Orders to do so were given by First Lieutenant.
4th. attack. Most of herew of motor, boat boarded ship including all
Robertson stretcher a no on forecastle of motor boat - two ratings
wounded except A.B. Riddle who was comatose and lying in
remained in boat.
Bomb hit water 10 yards off motor boat and wave upset
and smashed boat against ship's side upsetting all within - Riddle
disappeared before I could get to him and I lost sight of other
members of boat's crew.
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it, Cdr. V.G. Boaks.
With after guns until motor boat lowered and then went
ward to make quite sure coxswain of boat (Hicks) understood
orders reference embarking troops and collection of drifting
is, Just as we got the beat clear I heard & bomb whistling
a and dived under Pom-Pom platform. About six, possibly more,
DS dropped, one of which was presumably the one that went
ough the engine room - this very seriously wounded and burnt
rating and seriously burnt another but I escaped the full
CO of the back flash although thrown heavily against Pom-Pom
: overhead and almost knocked out.
I than went to the bridge to see what the position was
0, but there were no casualties there and I than went aft to
after guns to find en route that deck was buckled by mainmast.
The after magazine and shell room were flooding and
ided to close down. I then went down to my cabin and passed
about eight spare torches (placed there for use in disembark-
troops previous day - night) as all lights were out and
go daylight few were carrying torches on them. I found
eral chaos in Captain's Cabin flat and sent extra hands down
resecure deadlights as this compartment being next to the
cled part was rather important.
I then went forward to supervise tow forward. In the
st of this another heavy attack was made and most hands took
Iter, some in forecastle locker. I then found all but three
the cordite rounds from "A" gun had been jettisoned and in
V of the nature of the attack ordered these three to be thrown
rboard. After this attack we came out and then started to
wide cordite again. I then went aft to see what damage had
a done during which the fishing drifter returned and I again
c forward to rig now tow lines and also ordered individual
is to turn out and lower boats and carley floats into water
by then it was known ship could not move and drifter could not
a towed faster than say four knota. I also placed one hand
a a lead line aft to keep check on amount of water ship was in
a point of view of grounding and stationed hands ready to cast
boats' painters should ship sink without warning.
Then to the forecastle to get up the after hemp and
D 35th wire during course of which the third attack developed
I went aft to the after guns and with one round of cordite
II forward fired the remaining round in Y gun myself at at
sing homber but not enough aim off in field of view to hit
a with full deflection. After firing this round I went forward
noticed that X gun had a round left but was unable to fire as
oil cylinder had been emptied in preparation for firing and
ring gun out of mounting overboard. This cylinder was re-
Led but on going forward I discovered that the crack in deck
eared to have widened and gave orders that after guns were on
account to be fired in view of probable breaking off of after
I then ordered every possible container of water to be
Led from only remaining water left in hot water tank in galley
tore up soldiers ground capes to provide covers to prevent
3 or contamination of this water. Boats' anchors were then
ced in spare boats alongaide and cars provided, sailing gear
bed in whaler, after steering compase unshipped and placed in
re motor boat, torches distributed to boats, the after life-
flare placed in whaler for possible use. After steering
y detailed and party to clear the flat of weeckage. I then
forward for third time to take in tow during which the fourth
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Lieut, Cdr. N.G. Boaks.
4.
With after guns until motor boat lowered and then went
forward to make quite sure coxswain of boat (Hicks) understood
his orders reference embarking troops and collection of drifting
boats, Just as we got the beat clear I heard & bomb whistling
down and dived under Pom-Pom platform. About six, possibly more,
bombs dropped, one of which was presumably the one that went
through the engine room - this very seriously wounded and burnt
one rating and seriously burnt another but I escaped the full
force of the back flash although thrown heavily against Pom-Pom
deek overhead and almost knocked out.
I then went to the bridge to see what the position was
there, but there were no casualties there and 1 than went aft to
the after guns to find on route that deck was buckled by mainmast.
The after magazine and shell room were flooding and
decided to close down. I then went down to my cabin and passed
up about eight spare torches (placed there for use in disembark-
ing troops previous day - night) as all lights were out and
being daylight fow were carrying torches on them. I found
general chaos in Captain's Cabin flat and sent extra hands down
to resecure deadlights as this compartment being next to the
buckled part was rather important.
I then went forward to supervise tow forward. In the
midst of this another heavy attack was made and most hands took
shelter, some in forecastle locker. I than found all but three
of the cordite rounds from "A" gun had been jettisoned and in
view of the nature of the attack ordered these three to be thrown
overboard. After this attack ao came out and then started to
provide cordite again. I then went aft to see what damage had
been done during which the fishing drifter returned and I again
went forward to rig now tow Lines and also ordered individual
hands to turn out and lower boats and carley floats into water
as by then it was known ship could not move and drifter could not
have towed faster than say four knots. 1 also placed one hand
with a lead line aft to keep check on amount of water ship was in
from point of view of grounding and stationed hands ready to cast
off boats' painters should ship sink without warning.
Then to the forecastle to get up the after hemp and
also 3½ⁿ wire during course of which the third attack developed
and I went aft to the after guns and with one round of cordite
from forward fired the remaining round in Y gun myself at a
passing bomber but not enough aim off in field of view to hit
even with full deflection. After firing this round I went forward
and noticed that X gun had a round left but was unable to fire as
recoil cylinder had been emptied in preparation for firing and
tearing gun out of mounting overboard. This cylinder was re-
filled but on going forward I discovered that the crack in deck
appeared to have widened and gave orders that after guns were on
no account to be fired in view of probable breaking off of after
end. I then ordered every possible container of water to be
filled from only remaining water left in hot water tank in galley
and tore up soldiers ground capes to provide covers to prevent
loss or contamination of this water. Boats' anchors were then
placed in spare boats alongside and cars provided, sailing gear
placed in whaler, after steering compasa unshipped and placed in
spare motor boat, torches distributed to boats, the after life-
buoy flare placed in whaler for possible use. After steering
varty detailed and party to clear the flat of weeckage. I then
went forward for third time to take in tow during which the fourth
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4. (contd.).
On completion when ship had been struck and water was
level with waist the question of scuttling ship came up but
Captain decided this was unnecessary and order was given to
abandon ship. I reached one of the spare Army boats two hundred
yeard away and after collecting survivors to limit of boats
capacity went to drifter. After collecting all but two floats
we went off to head off a destroyer for the remainder.
Particular merit:-
A.B. Rawstron - courage, example & cheerfulness.
A.B!s Glover and Ord. Sea Mullins - courage & cheerfulness.
P.O. Robinson took charge well on forecastle.
A.B. Davis. Torp. although badly burned took a lively interest
in remaining action taken.
Lieut. Sowry - for tenacity of purpose with French drifter
resulting in the recovery of seventy survivors and message passed
to destroyer for remaining fifty.
5, Surg. Lieut. A.M. McHaffie.
1st. Attack. In Sick Bay - which was reduced to chaos
from concussions. Casualties arrived after attack.
Soldier complaining of burns of ares,
Stocker complaining of burns of face.
2x2xwaker Torpedoman complaining of extensive surface burns of
face, scalp, neck and both eyes.
Another rating complained of splinter wound of left arm.
L.S.B.A. reported A.B. Riddle lying under Pom-Pom platform. When
I arráved there I found him complaining of fracture of left femur
and very extensive burns of face and shoulders - Dressed him and
then went down into engine room where I saw two RRA's dead.
Griffeths& Griffiths& Putt (atoker) was also dead.
L.S.B.A. reported four dead in boiler room.
2nd. attack. Ordered to clear upper deck - and I went to
port side alley way, Saw Mr. Francis of Pom-Pom platform and
one rating. He called for rest of crew and I passed on call to
ratings in fore meas deck. No hands came forward. Saw Captain
Captain to attend to Mr. Francis and I went on to Pom-Pom platform
climbing on to platform followed by rest of crew. Was called by
and found Mr. Francis unconscious - splinter through lungs. Gave
1/6th. morphine.
3rd. attack. Was still on Pom-Pom platform until shortly
after attack when Mr. Francis died.
Evacuated wounded into Mater boat lying in water amidships on
During interval between 3rd. and 4th. attacks.
starboard side. Was helped in this by L.S.B.A and Coxawain.
Orders to do 80 were given by First boat Lieutenant.
wounded Riddle who was comatose and lying boat - in
4th. attack. Most of screw of motor, boarded ship including all
Robertson except stretcher A.B. a ma on forecastle of motor two ratings
remained in boat.
and smashed Bomb against ship's side upsetting all within other - Riddle
hit water 10 yards off motor boat and wave upset
disappeared boat before I could get to him and I lost eight of
menbers of boat's crew.
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Slade Farm,
Slade Cross,
Bovey Tracey,
Devon.
4/6/40.
Sir,
I have the honour to submit the following report as
First Licutenant, H.M.S. "Basilisk".
The general conduct of affairs during the combat
between large numbers of enemy bonbars and H.M.S. "Basilisk"
off Dunkirk on 1st of June has been dealt with by my Commanding
Officer but the following can hardly be forwarded by the same
channels.
As the next senior officer ouboard I was most
impressed with Commander H.Richmond's conduct throughout this
harassing period and I feel that his efforts to keep up the
morale of the ship's company should not pass without notice.
Every effort was made to get the ship towed back to
Dover by the French fishing drifter "Jolie Mascotte" but although
taken in tow two or three times the attentions of the energy
bombers made it necessary to slip tow twice and the last of
many salvos striking the ship sunk it and attempt was abandoned.
The foremont guns continued firing to the last although
only using S.A.P.shell in order to keep up the morale of the
ship, this by order of Commander Richmond.
Firing at the after guns was stopped by my orders
after one round due to the possibility of the shock breaking aff
after end of ship near mainmaat where 11 was badly buokled and
splitting more with movement of the ship.
Abandon ship was ordered only after ship was sinking
but period in between was devoted to the destruction as
C.B.'s, A/S gear and F.C.C., etc.
I have the honour to DO₂
Str,
Your obedient Servant,
(signed) W.G.BOAKS,
Lieutemant Commender,
Royal Navy.
To :-
Comman der-in-Chief,
Western Approaches,
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Slade Farm,
Slade Cross,
Borry Traccy,
Deven.
4/6/40.
sir,
I have the honour to submit the following report as
First Lieutenant, H.I.S. "Basilisk",
The general conduct of affairs during the combet
between large numbers of onemy bonbers and H.M.S. "Basilish"
off Dunkirk on 1st of June has been dealt with by by Commending
Officer but the following can hardly be forwarded by the sexe
channels.
As the next senior officer amboard I 180 most
impressed with Commander N.Hichmond's conduct throughout this
havassing period and I feel that his afforts to keep to the
morale of the ship's conceny should not pass without notice.
Every offort vas made to get the ship lowed back to
Dover by the French fishing drifter Volia liascotte" but although
taken in for two OF three thes the attentions of the energy
bombers made 11 necessary to slip tow twice and the last of
many salvos striking the ship suite 10 and attempt the abandoned.
The foremont gime continued firing to the last although
only using S.A.P.shell in order to keep by the morals of the
ship, this by order of Commender Richmond,
Firing at the after gas was stopped by my orders
after one round due to the possibility of the shoot breaking are
after end of ship need mainment where 11 was baily buddled and
aplitting more with movement of the ship.
Abandon ship was ordered only after ship was sinking
but period in between was devoted to the destruction of
C.B. B₂ A/S gear and P.O.C., etc.
I have the homour to be,
Sir,
Your obsdient Servent,
(signed) W.O.BOAKS,
Licutenant Commender,
Royal Havy.
To Im
Commander-in-Ohier,
Western Approaches,
Plymouth.

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Lieut. Cdr. W.G. Boaks.
4.
With after guns until motor boat lowered and then went
forward to make quite sure coxswain of boat (Hicks) understood
his orders reference embarking troops and collection of drifting
boats, Just as we got the beat clear I heard & bomb whistling
bombs dropped, one of which was presumably the one that went
down and dived under Pom-Pom platform. About six, possibly more,
through the engine room - this very seriously wounded and burnt
one rating and seriously burnt another but I escaped the full
force of the back flash although thrown heavily against Pom-Pom
deck overhead and almost knocked out.
I then went to the bridge to see what the position was
there, but there were no casualties there and I then went aft to
the after guns to find en route that deck was buckled by mainmast.
The after magazine and shell room were flooding and
decided to close down. I then went down to my cabin and passed
up about eight spare torches (placed there for use in disembark-
ing troops previous day - night) as all lights were out and
being daylight few were carrying torches on them. I found
general chaos in Captain's Cabin flat and sent extra hands down
to resecure deadlights as this compartment being next to the
buckled part was rather important.
I then went forward to supervise tow forward. In the
midst of this another heavy attack was made and most hands took
shelter, some in forecastle locker. I then found all but three
of the cordite rounds from "A" gun had been jettisoned and in
view of the nature of the attack ordered these three to be thrown
overboard. After this attack we came out and then started to
probide cordite again. I then went aft to see what damage had
been done during which the fishing drifter returned and I again
went forward to rig new tow lines and also ordered individual
hands to turn out and lower boats and carley floats into water
as by then it was known ship could not move and drifter could not
have towed faster than say four knots. I also placed one hand
with a lead line aft to keep check on amount of water ship was in
from point of view of grounding and stationed hands ready to cast
off boats' painters should ship sink without warning.
Then to the forecastle to get up the after hemp and
also 32 wire during course of which the third attack developed
and I went aft to the after guns and with one round of cordite
from forward fired the remaining round in Y gun myself at a
passing bomber but not enough aim off in field of view to hit
and noticed that X had a round left but was unable to fire as
even with full deflection. After firing this round I went forward
recoil cylinder had gun been emptied in preparation for firing and
tearing out of mounting overboard. This cylinder was re-
filled but gun forward I discovered that the crack in deck
no have in view of probable beeaking of after
appeared to on going widened and gave orders that after guns off were on
filled then remaining water left in hot water to galley
end. account I to ordered be fired every possible container of water tank to in be
and tore from only ground capes to provide anchors covers were prevent then
placed or contamination alongside and cars provided, and gear
loss up soldiers of this water. Boats' sailing
spare in whaler, torches distributed to boats, After steering
placed in spare boats after steering compass unshipped the after placed life- in
buoy motor boat, whaler for possible use. of weeckage. I
party flare placed in to clear the flat during which the then
went detailed and party time to take in tow deck was cleared. fourth
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4. (contd.).
On completion when ship had been struck and water was
level with waist the question of scuttling ship came up but
Captain decided this was unnecessary and order was given to
abandon ship. I reached one of the spare Army boats two hundred
yeard away and after collecting survivors to limit of boats
capacity went to drifter. After collecting all but two floats
we went off to head off a destroyer for the remainder.
Particular merit:-
A.B. Rawstron courage, example & cheerfulness.
A.B!s Glover and Ord. Sea Mullins courage & cheerfulness.
P.O. Robinson took charge well on forecastle,
A.B. Davis. Torp, although badly burned took a lively interest
in remaining action taken.
Lieut. Sowry - for tenacity of purpose with Franch drifter
resulting in the recovery of seventy survivors and message passed
to destroyer for remaining fifty.
5. Surg. Lieut. A.W. McHaffie,
1st. Attack. In Sick Bay - which was reduced to chaos
from concussions. Casualties arrived after attack.
Soldier complaining of burns of arms.
Stocker complaining of burns of face.
Torpedoman complaining of extensive surface burns of
face, scalp, neck and both eyes.
Another rating complained of splinter wound of left arm.
L.S.B.A. reported A.B. Riddle lying under Pom-Pom platform. When
I arråved there I found him complaining of fracture of left feaur
and very extensive burns of face and shoulders - Dressed him and
then went down into engine room where I saw two BRA's dead.
Griffiths& Griffeth& Putt (stoker) was also dead.
L.S.B.A. reported four dead in boiler room.
port side Saw Mr. Francis of Pom-Pom platform call and
2nd. attack. Ordered to clear upper deck - and I went to
one alley He way. called for rest of crew and I passed on to
Captain on to platform to Mr. Francis and I went on to platform Gave
climbing in fore mess followed by rest of crew. Pom-Pom Was called by
ratings rating. deck. No hands came forward. Saw Captain
and found to Mr. attend Francis unconscious - splinter through lungs.
1/6th. morphine,
3rd. attack. Was still on Pom-Pom platform until shortly
after attack Mr. Francis died.
Evacuated During into water boat lying in and amidships Coxswain. on
when interval between 3rd. and water 4th. attacks.
Orders to do side. so were given by First bow
starboard wounded Was helped in this Lieutenant. by L.S.B.A
4th. attack. Most of Norew of motor, boarded ship lying including in all
Robertson wounded except stretcher A.B. a Riddle me on boat - two ratings
remained in
and Bomb hit water ship's side upsetting lost sight of other Riddle
boat. 10 yards off motor boat all and within wave upset -
disappeared smashed before boat against I could get to him and I
menbers of boat's crew.
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Slade Farm,
Slade Cross,
Bovey Tracey,
Devon.
4/6/40.
Sir,
I have the honour to submit the following report as
First Lieutenant, H.M.S. "Basilisk".
The general conduct of affairs during the combat
between large numbers of enemy bombers and H.M.S. "Bamilisk"
off Dunkirk on 1st of June has been dealt with by my Commanding
Officer but the following can hardly be forwarded by the same
channels.
As the next senior officer onboard I was most
impressed with Commander .Richmond's conduct throughout this
heraasing period and I feel that his afforts to keep mg the
morale of the ship's company should not pass without notice.
Every effort was made to get the ship towed back to
Dover by the French fishing drifter "Jolie Mascotte" but although
taken in tow two or three times the attentions of the enemy
bombers made it necessary to slip tow twice and the last of
many salvos striking the ship sunk it and attempt was abandoned.
The foremost guns continued firing to the last although
only using S.A.P.shell in order to keep up the morale of the
ship, this by order 01° Commander Richmond.
Firing at the after guns was stopped by my orders
after one round due to the possibility of the shock breaking off
after end of ship near mainmast where 11 was badly backled and
splitting more with movement of the ship.
Abandon ship was ordered only after ship was sinking
but period in between was devoted to the destruction or
C.B. S, A/S gear and F.C.C., etc.
I have the honour to DO₂
Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
(signed) W.G.BOAKS,
Lieutemant Commander,
Royal Navy.
To :-
Commander-in-Chief,
Western Approaches,
Plymouth®

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OPERATION 'DINAMO' NARRATIVE OF EVENTS,
At noon on Tuesday the 28th May 1940, H.M.S.Lydd under
my command left Harwish in company with the 5th M/S Flotilla
arriving off Bray at about 2135. I was there ordered to
proceed into Dunkirk harbour to enbark troops. I secured
alongside the Eastern jetty and embarked about four hundred,
leaving again at 2250.
At 2318 about two miles to the eastward of the entrance
a drifter was sighted ahead crossing from port to starboard
about twenty yards away, fine on the port bow. The engines
were put full speed astern, but it was too late so avoid a X
sollision. The orew of the drifter were taken aboard another
drifter, which was close by. IS 18 understood that the drifter
in collision with Lydd was the 'Girl pamela' which subsequently
sank. No damage was sustained by Lydd.
At 0200 29th May when passing the Kwinke buay, flares
were sighted and shouting heard close at hand. The light
from an Aldis lamp revealed the bow and storn portions of
H.M.S.WAkeful appearing above water with - alinging to them.
I immediately lowered a whaler and two carley floats. Shortly
after this H.M.S. Gossamer, which was close by, ordered no to
put ay light out and drop a depth charge. I could not at once
comply with the latter order as I was $00 close to the wreck
and would have killed the non in the water; I therefore asked
what the situation was, to which I received no reply; nor did
I see Gossamer again. I kept the ship moving while the whaler
and carley floats were picking up survivors and had just got
twenty alongside when H.M.S. grafton appeared. I asked her
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...herself.
IT was then discovered that the Yessel ranned was the
drifter 'Comfort' and not he M.T.B.. V.A.Dover was informed of
the circumstances as far as I then knew than; I also informed
Jason and Javelin not with shortly afterwards, of diafton's
plight. On further questioning the two survivors of the
Comfort, it was ascertained that she had been picking up
survivors from the Wakeful, when and explosion threw
all on board into the water and disabled the Yessel. Three
men managed to scramble back again, of whom two got on board
Lydd and the other who was apparently badly wounded, went down
with the vessel when ahe was rammad.
I landed the troops at Ramsgate and returned to Dunkirk
by $ X route.
When off Nieuport Bank buay as 1700 a large number of
enemy aircraft started dive-bombing ships arriving and leaving,
paying particular attention to the hospital ship St.Julien
which had repeated attacks made on her.
I arriver off Bray at 1730 and sent boats inshore to
embark troops. I did not anchor but lay to off the beach. At
about 1745 andurgent call for assistance was received from 3.8.
clan Mee Allister which was on fire aft. I passed this to
Pangbourne who was just arriving, as I had already started
embarking troops. panghourne then went alongaide the burning
ship.
Embarkation was not such hampered as far as Lydd was
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0830. Returned to beaches, contacted 350 troops of R.A.S.C.
and R.A.O.C. detachments, including Montenant Colonol and
officers. with ascistance of 150 troops, large ship's lifebout
was pulled down boach and successfully floated to accident
embarlextion, but after removing good, dr take did not give sufficiont
bucyancy to componsate for stove in gerboard stroke.
Scarlous lack of boats, reducing omborization rate to about 30 por hour
with own bonts only. 227 troops orderhod remainder being cont
off to Salamonder and dostroyers. Somo difficulty exporienced
through persistent attempts of Large masses of French troops to
intercept boats and domand passage Assisted by British troo a
in heading off French submers by riflo fire from 50 yurds further
along beach. Dunkirk burning with much molio. Miximm visibility,
slight cloud. No. R.A.F. support aighted all day.
2600. Lovel bonbing attack on Sutton, Solvenndor, Grogliound
and paddlors from 5000-10000 foot. Coo solvo pattom bombo without
result. One salvo of H.S. straddling Station and paddlors, no lite.
One dive borbing attack on Suttom and Creyhound, noor nice started
fire in Greyhound sundships. One line of 5 bombo aloco to G.H.).
on DOB front, on a line starting from centre of the town down
beach and into don, final too bombo fulling such aldo of Service.
Comperitivoly mll bombo used, with incondinres, 000
of which got light to a drifter cable from Strtton which was
sunk by paddlors gunfire. To R.A.P. support visible. for smll
machine gun hits on Strtton. Greyhound budly damaged by bember
and riddled with mahine on fire.
1706. Procoeded Dover, leaving La Panno during further air redd
of Issu intensity, in company with Sulamander. No R.A.F. support
visible on passage.
2300. Arrived off Dove, only, what. feld in progress, unchored
Chocrved plane at about 1500 foot drop three mignatic nines about
2 cables ahoad, coundo of nines strilling mor clearly andible.
Parashutos soon by several separate observers. signalied position
of mines to V.A. Dovor.
mursday 30th. May. 0600. Proceeded into Dover, discharged troops.
1052. Proceeded Sheernues with one boilor. Drove fires in other
boiler to make repairs to birlowork, damgod by bunb explosion.
1632. arrived Shoomoos, orderlood coal and ammittion.
riday State My. 0205. Left Shoorness in company with Lydd and Booo.
0400. Companyee maddenly produced a and 30 degrees of devintion,
Rose assumed load of dividion, Inter company dovintion improved
and Subton responsed Lead.
0812. Arrived proceeded cust puballol to bonches passing
4 planes wrocked on he boach weat of two with Prench
markings. 29. Passed Dunkisk harbour 1 cuble. Harbour fires. wall intect
and little damage apparent from counard except Imgo
Continued DOID from bouch close work of
0835. high Hurricanes One 0.230 ship ounls alenguide cust plur of Dunicipt. 2
Sinfire, and Spitfires overhead, processing home of harbour, at
Fearch spood. and several cargo ships must court cast. continued
groups Long column on the bonoh. Combinuous column about 1 wills
dectroyers of troops surehing into Dunisive from long along
bouch cast of
3 milon off is punno. wind Items force In frushering, troops with DOG
0906. slight Anchored but considerable mall.. Consenced loading
COMMANDING OFFICER
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0830. Returned to beaches, contacted 350 troops of R.A.S.C.
and R.A.O.C. detachments, including Lieutenant Colonel and
officers. With assistance of 150 troops, large ship's lifeboat
was pulled down beach and successfully floated to assist
embarkation., but after removing gear, air tanks did not give
sufficient buoyancy to compensate for store in garboard strake.
Serious lack of boats, reducing embarkation rate to about 30
per hour with own boats only. 227 troops embarked, remainder
being sent off to Salamander and destroyers. Some difficulty
experienced through persistent attempts of large masses of
French troops to intercept boats and demand passage. Assisted
by British troops in heading off French Swimmers by rifle fire
from 50 yards further along the beach. Dunk rk burning with much
smoke. Maximum visibility, slight cloud, No R.A.F. support sighted all day.
1600. Level bombing attack on Sutton, Salamander, Greyhound
and paddlers from 5000-10000 feet. One salvo pattern bombs without
result. One salvo of H.E. straddling Sutton and paddlers, no hits.
One dive bombing attack on Sutton and Greyhound, near miss started
fire in Greyhound amidships. One line of 5 bombs close to G.H.Q.
on sea front, on a line starting from centre of the town down
beach and into sea., final two bombs falling each side of Sutton.
Comparitively small bombs used, with several incendiares, one
of which set light to a drifter 1 cable from Sutton which was
sunk by paddlers gunfire. No R.A.F. support visible. Few small
machine gun hits on Sutton. Greyhound badly damaged by bombs
and riddled with machine gun fire.
1706. Proceeded Dover, leaving La Panne during further air raid
of less intensity, in company with Salamander. No R.A.F. support
visible on passage.
2300. Arrived off Dover, calm, mist, Air raid in progress, anchored.
Observed plane at about 1500 feet drop three magnetic mines about
2 cables ahead, sounds of mines striking water clearly audible.
Parashutes seen by several observers. Signalled position
hursday 30th. May. 0600. Proceeded into Dover, discharged troops.
of mines to V.A.Dover.
1052. Proceeded Sheerness with one boiler. Drew fires in other
boiler to make repairs to brickwork, damaged by bomb explosion
1632. Arrived Sheerness, embarked coal and ammunition.
riday 31st May. 0205. Left Sheerness in company with Lydd and Ross.
0400. Compasses suddenly produced 20 and 30 degrees od deviation,
Ross assumed lead of division, later compass deviation improved
and Sutton re-assumed lead.
0812. Arrived Dunkirk, proceeded east parallel to beaches passing
4 planes wrecked on the beach west od Dunkirk, two with Franch
markings. 0829. Passed Dunkirk harbour distant 1 cable. Harbour wall intact
and little damage apparent from seaward except huge fires.
Continual gunfire, some from beach close west of Dunkirk.
0835. Hurricanes and Spitfires overhead, proceeding homewards at
high speed. One cargo ship sunk alongaide east pier of harbour, 2
French destroyers and several cargo ships sunk east of Dunkirk.
Long columns of troops marching into Dunkirk from east, scattered
groups on the beach. Continuous column about 1 mile long along
0906. Anchored off La Panne. Wind N.W. force 3, freshening, sea
beach 3 miles east of Dunkirk.
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0830. Returned to beaches, contacted 350 troops of R.A.S.C.
and R.A.O.C. detachments, including Licutenant Colonel and
officers. With assistance of I50 troops, large ship's lifeboat
was pulled down beach and successfully floated to assist
embarkation, but after removing gear, air tanks did not give
sufficient buoyancy to compensate for store in garboard strake.
Serious lack of boats, reducing embarkation rate to about 30
per hour with own boats only. 227 troops embarked, remainder
being sent off to Salamander and destroyers. Some difficulty
experienced through persistent attempts of large masses of
French troops to intercept boats and demand passage. Assisted
by British troops in heading off French swimmers by rifle fire
from 50 yards further along beach. Dunkirk burning with much
smoke. Maximum visibility, slight cloud. No R.A.F. support
sighted all day.
1600. Level bombing attack on Sutton, Salamander, Greyhound
and paddlers from 5000-I0000 feet. One salvo pattern bombs without
result. One salvo of H.E. straddling Sutton and paddlers, no hits.
One dive bombing attack on Sutton and Greyhound, near miss started
fire in Greyhound amidships. one line of 5 bombs close to G.H.Q.
on sea front, on at line starting from centre of the town down
beach and into sea, final two bombs falling each side of Sutton.
Comparitively small bombs used, with several incendiares, one
of which set light to at drifter 1 cable from Sutton which was
sunk by paddlers gunfire. No R.A.F. support visible. Few small
machine gun hits on Sutton. Greyhound badly damaged by bombs
and riddled with machine gun fire.
I706. Proceeded Dover, leaving La Panne during further air raid
of less intensity, in company with Salamander. No R.A.F. support
visible on passage.
2300. Arrived off Dover, calm, mist. Air raid in progress, anchored.
Observed plane at about 1500 feet drop three magnetic mines about
2 cables ahead, sounds of mines striking water clearly audible.
Parashutes seen by several separate observers. Signalled position
of mines to V.A. Dover.
Thursday 30th May. 0600. Proceeded into Dover, discharged troops.
1052. Proceeded Sheerness with one boiler. Drew fires in other
boiler to make repairs to brickwork, damaged by bomb explosion.
1632. Arrived Sheerness, embarked coal and ammunition.
Friday 31st May. 0205. Left Sheerness in company with Lydd and Ress.
0400. Compasses suddenly produced 20 and 30 degrees of deviation,
HOSS assumed lead of division, later compass deviation improved
and Sutton re-assumed lead.
0812. Arrived Dunkirk, proceeded east parallel to beaches passing
4 planes wrecked on the beach west of Dunkirk, two with French
markings. 0829. Passed Dunkirk harbour distant I cable. Harbour wall intact
and little damage apparent from seaward except huge fires.
0835. Hurricanes gunfire, and Spitfires overhead, proceeding homewards at
Continual some from beach close west of Dunkirk.
high speed. One cargo ship sunk alongside east pier of harbour, 2
French destroyers and several cargo ships sunk east of Dunkirk.
Long columns of troops marching into Dunkirk from east, scattered
groups on the beach. Continuous column about I mile long along
beach 3 miles east of Dunkirk.
0906. Anchored off La Panne. Wind N.W. force 3. freshening, troops sea
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0830. Returned to beaches, contacted 350 troops of R.A.S.C.
and R.A.O.C. detachments, including Lieutenant Colonel and
202
officers. With assistance of 150 troops, large ship's lifeboat
was pulled down beach and successfully floated to assist
embarkation, but after removing gear, air tanks did not give.
sufficient buoyancy to compensate for stove in garboard strake.
Serious lack of boats, reducing embarkation rate to about 30 per
hour with own boats only, 227 troops embarked remainder being sent
off to Salamander and destroyers. Some difficulty experienced
through persistent attempts of large masses of French troops to
intercept boats and demand passage. Assisted by British troops
in heading off French swimmers by rifle fire from 50 yards further
along beach. Dunkirk burning with much smoke. Maximum visibility,
slight cloud, No R.A.F. support sighted all day.
1600. Level bombing attack on Sutton, Salamander, Greyhound
and paddlers from 5000-10000feet. One salvo pattern bombs without
result. One salvo of H.E. straddling Sutton and paddlers, no hits.
One dive bombing attack on Sutton and Greyhound, near miss started
fire in Greyhound smidships. One line of 5 bombs close to G.H.Q.
on sea front, on a line starting from centre of the town down
beach and into sea, final two bombs falling each side of Sutton.
Comparatively small boats used, with several incendiaries, one
of which set light to & drifter - cable from Sutton which was
sunk by paddlers gunfire. No R.A.F. support visible. Few small
machine gunshits on Sutton. Greyhound badly damaged by bombs
and riddled with machine gun fire.
1706. Proceeded Dover, leaving La Panne during further air raid
of less intensity, in company with Salamander. No R.A.F. support
visible on passage.
2300. Arrived off Dover, calm, mist. Air raid in progress, anchored
Observed plane at about 1500 feet drop three magnetic mines about
2 cables ahead, sounds of mines striking water clearly audible.
Parachutes seen by several separate observers. Signalled position
of mines to V.A. Dover.
Thursday 30th. May. 0600. Proceeded into Dover, discharged troops.
1052. Proceeded Sheerness with one boiler. Drew fires in other
boiler to make repairs to brickwork, damaged by bomb explosion.
1632. Arrived Sheerness, embarked coal and ammunition.
Friday 31st. May. 0205. Left Sheerness in company with Lydd and Ross.
0400. Compasses suddenly produced 20 and 30 degrees of deviation,
Roas assumed lead of division, later compass deviation improved
and Sutton re-assumed Lead.
0812. Arrived Dunkirk, proceeded east parallel to beaches passing
4 planes wrecked on the beach west of Dunkirk, two with French
markings. 0829. Passed Dunkrik Harbour distant 1 cable. Harbour wall intast
and little damage done apparent from seaward except huge fires.
Continual gunfire, some from beach close west of Dunkirk.
0835. Hurricanes and Spitfires overhead, proceeding homewards at
the soattered
harbour
Long columns of troops marching into Dunkirk from east, beach 3 miles east groups
on the beach. Continious column about 1 mildalong of
Dunkirk. 0906. Anchored off La Panne, Wind N.W. force 3, freshening, with sea
slight but considerable swell. Commenced loading troops
COMMANDING OFFICER
19 JUN 1940
H.M.S. "SUTTON"

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Minirality, S.W.1.
8th June, 1940.
Sir,
I have the honour to submit the following report on the operations
off shore at Dunkirk between Wednesday, 29th May, and Tuesday, 4th June.
2.
Much of this report has had to be completed from memory, and share
incident is so crowded it is difficult not to give a confused picture. The
picture was, however, confused, and so for as operations off the beaches were
concerned organisation was not possible. The most that could be done was
to exercise some control and direction.
Narrative
29th May
3.
I sailed at 2000 from Dover in ESK, who had on board 12 small beach
parties. These were distributed at the beaches into any craft available and
Commodore Hallett was put into a drifter to take charge off above at Bray and
Commodore Stephenson off La Pame.
30th May
4.
At 0200, 30th May, I boarded HRBS off La Funne and heard the general
situation from Captain Dush.
5.
At this time there were a for ships, drifters and other creft off the
beaches and embarkation was proceeding alowly with the for boats available.
6.
Daylight showed the beaches block with troops, a mmber of boats
broached to. A very for boats, principally whalers, and sloose noter-bonts
were bringing off troops.
7.
It was nisty, clouds were low and the sea was calm, but even so
there WELLS a stight surf inshare.
8.
It became imadiately obvious to 130 that any large unbarimition from
the beaches depended on more inshore boats and crews. The crews were the
essential 08 H.M. Ships could not spare non from VA Guns and Amendment and I
signalled to this affect.
who 9. I found was away with the O₂ in 0. at La Fanne, but none the less I was
During the forenoon I want into Dunicis in HERE to see the S.N.O.
formed the opinion that unbarkation from Dunkirk was the only practical plan if
able to got into the picture. Finding that the harbour could be used I
large numbers were involved and all my subsequent afforts were directed to
that onl. I stressed this view in many signals.
10. the inshore boats and the problem I had to deal with was to control the
At the same the the beaches had to be used to the fullest capacity of
shipping available 80 as to balance these two requirements.
half 11, the length of the boach, and touch with Dunkir's involved a close approach
Control was not essy: it was selden possible to DOB more then
and V/S. Ships were of tim tied to their position by their heats being
early days off the beaches an H.A/S.B. would have
inshore, and often these were the only boats available been at involuable. that point. In the
12.
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Rear Admiral, Dover Report of Proceedings, 29th May - 3rd June
Sir,
I have the honour to submit the following report on the operations
off shore at Dunkirk between Wednesday, 29th May, and Tuesday, 4th June.
2.
Much of this report has had to be completed from memory, and where
incident is so crowded it is difficult not to give a confused pdoture. The
picture was, however, confused, and so far as operations off the beaches were
conserned organisation was not possible. The most that could be done was
to exercise some control and direction.
Narrative
29th May
3.
I sailed at 2000 from Dover in ESK, who had on board 12 small beach
parties. These were distributed at the beaches into any craft available and
Commodore Hallett was put into a drifter to take charge off shore at Bray and
Commodore Stephenson off La Panne.
30th May
4.
At 0200, 30th May, I boarded HEBS off La Fanne and heard the general
situation from Captain Bush.
5.
At this time there were a few ships, drifters and other creft off the
beaches and embarkation was proceeding slowly with the few boats available.
6.
Daylight showed the beaches black with troors, a mumber of boats
broached to. A very few boats, principally whalers, and scese notor-boats
were bringing off troops.
7.
It was misty, clouds were low and the sea was calm, but even so
there was a slight surf inshore.
8.
It became immediately obvious to 130 that any large enbarkation from
the beaches depended on more inshore boats and arews. The areas were the
essential as H.M. Ships could not spare men from A/A Guns and Amement and I
signalled to this affect.
9.
During the forenoon I went into Dunicisk in HERE to see the S.N.O.
who I found was away with the 0. in 0. at La Panne, but none the less I was
formed the opinion that embarkation from Dunkirk was the only prectical plan if
able to got into the picture. Finding that the harbour could be used I
large numbers were involved and all my subsequent afforts were directed to
that end. I stressed this view in many signals.
10. the inshore At boats and the problem I had to deal with was to
the same time the beaches had to be used to the control fullest capacity the of
shipping available so as to balance these two requirements.
half 11. Control of was the beach, and touch with Dunkirk their boats a being approach
not easy; it was seldom possible involved to see more close than
inshore, V/S. Ships often were these were the only boats available been invaluable. In the
and the length of ten tied to their position by at that point.
early days and off the beaches an M.A/S.B. would have
12.
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My boats having departed I made contact with
H.M.D. "FEASABLE" taking her in tow and proceeded to Westward in search
boat loads of troops and took then aboard, as there were no boat
of further troops. When off the harbour entrance I contacted three
crews I put them in tow astern of H.M.D. "FRASAHLE".
"BSN & LUCY" was now loaded to capacity and was
preparing to proceed homewards when I was hailed by a naval rating
alone in a waterlogged whaler. I took him aboard abandoning the
whaler. I was then hailed by a fishing smack (9) "LETITIA" of
Southend who requested a tow as he was short of fuel, I told him
0100 June 1st.
to tail on, and continued my passage, the time being approximately
The channel was negotiated without event, two destroyers
being passed bound in. At approximately 0200 we turned to the
North having rounded the Whistle bucy and, when about six miles
to the North of the channel aircraft was heard overhead, while Asha
gunfire and searchlights had been active for the last half hour.
At approximately 0330 a very heavy explosion occurred close to the
port quarter of "FEASABLE", The skipper and I were thrown across
the bridge with great violence. On looking art I saw a large
column of smoke and water close astern of "FEASABLE". Owing
to the abnormal phosphorescence of the water I judged this to be
an aerial attack on what was thought to be a largevessel, and as
"FEASABLE" was still in tow and made no signal for assistance
I continued. (I was subsequently informed by "LETTTIA" that
another smack named "ROWAN" which had attached herself to the tow
unknown to me had been sunk by this explosion).
"BBH & LUCY" was now making water at about one foot
per hour.
About 0700 I was overtaken and hailed by "VERNON"
Pinnace Va4 who requested a course for the North Goodwin
Light Vessel and then proceeded ahead or US.
At approximately 0745 we sighted North Goodwin to part
and headed for Ramagate.
When approximately 3 miles to the N.E. of Ramagate
"LETITIA" slipped her tow and under her own power began to
make off.
I hailed her and when he informed me about the
loss of "ROWAN" I ordered him to report to Naval Officer in Charge,
Ramsgate. I repeated my previous instructions which I do not think he obeyed.
He replied that he was returning whene he came.
while my to do this the tow rope was picked up by a length
"FEASABLE" intention a to two her in Iashed alongside & LUCY".
When mile to the Northward of the harbour "BSN I signalled
of attempting which apparently had been foul of our propeller fouled since
we Portsmouth. to anchor. I signalled disabled. A had
leaving sweep wire Our propeller became hopelessly Pierhead that I 80
100 were troops, both including obliged two wounded and that We remained I was at anchor until launch
by Monday came into "RENASCENT" in contacting acetylene harbour off morning and At outter. and to took the having 1000 clear at skipper the low on While made the troops Monday, tide of screw. unsuccesful this succeeded "DORIENTA". ashore. June the operation explosion 3rd, attempts in He we clearing was were reported of on to a hand towed our obtain shell to screw I in but me succeeded a by that tow that drifter he
broken his had managed engines the joints has to return been in damaged several at reduced blooked by steam speed pipes up the (the causing bilge boiler pumps flooding had with moved in ashes). the and to
engine I room, which in turn R.N. who instructed "DORIENTA" no to return was
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OPERATION DYNAMO)
Friday 31st May (contd) During the mornang one of the Beachmasters
came off to me and endeavoured to persuade ae to beach the ship
(HEBE & SURSOM CORDA) were doing so very successfully. As it was
so as to lead quicker, pointing out that two other smaller skoots
now a falling tide with an onshore wind I refused. For this I
was later very glad as both other skoots shor tly afterwards
became stuck on the beach and were unable to get off. (HKBE came
off at the next high water. During the forenoon I hailed a large
motor driven pleasure boat, got him alongside no and transferred
256 men to him. By about 1230 I had onboard 648 men and space
was extremely cramped. I had delayed my departure hoping that a
destryer or other fast craft would appear and take my load from
me so that I could fill up again. However as another skoot appeared
I slipped my anchor (the capstan being again defective) and sailed.
Just as I was about to leave Dunkirk Roads I was hailed by a Fleet
Minesweeper and ordered to tow a Drifter full of troops to Dover.
By 1330 the Drifter was in tow and we were proceeding at about
5 knots. At approximately 1400 a Heinkel appeared out of the low
cloud and at a height of 350 feet released a large bomb, probably
500 lbs, and as he passed over he opened fire with machine guns.
The bomb fell on my Port quarter batween ate and the Drifter.
Luckily the Bomb exploded below the surface and beyond violently
shaking both ships no ajur major damage was done. The force of
the explosion caused my compans to jump out of its gimbals.
Certain damage was done to Auxiliary Machinery in the Engine Room.
After we had been proceeding for about half an hour we were shelled
by the Nieuport Battery. As the third salvo straddled us I decided
to risck the navigational dangers and cut across the snadbanks 80
as to present the minimum target and to open the range as fast as
possible. Luckily the Enemy never found the range again. Thick
fog was encountered at about 1830.
On making the North Goodwin Light Vessel I discovered
that the Shaking up had caused a 30 dgree error in the compass.
During the cassage through the Downs the tow parted on several
occasions due to the wash of fast moving vessels.
At about 0100 on Saturday lat June I was about 1
cable from the entrance to Dover Harbour when I was bombed again.
This time it was only a very small bomb, which although a very
near miss only wetted the troops on the port aide aft. There
were no casualties from machine gun fire. At 0130 I secured
alongside Admiralty Pier Dover. At 0230 we shifted billet and
secured for the night for which I was very grateful an we had
been running continuously for over three days and I had had no
sleep for 90 hours. On Saturday temporary repairs were At effected 1700
to the and provisions and water ware embarked.
where as I could not anchor I secured in the Inner
I proceeded Engine to Ramsgate with HEBE in company arriving Harbour. at 2000,
Sunday and Monday 2nd & 3rd June respectively
permanent On were effected to the Engine in and Capatan. they were When
all repairs brought to immediate notice case
required skoots were it was decided that FRISO Harbour. was not sufficiently
reliable again and so was left in the Inner
I and on Friday were in the Boats at the time
cannot speak too highly of ay crew for 7/4 who hours worked
continuously, The 0 nly men being onboard and myself. were
without my First & Lieutenant break. one seamen and the B.R.A.
I have the honour to be,
Sir,
VICE
ADMIRAL
Your obedient servant,
JUN1940
DOVER
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Proceedings by H.M.S. SABRE for the period 27th May to 5th June.
"SABRE" again sailed for Dunkirk, and at 0115/1 both boats were &
again sent in to the - eastern beach. No troops were found there, 86
proceeded to search further east. Hearing "S.O.S" being sounded C
a syren, steamed towards 16 and Count a drifter stranded on a sub-
merged wrack. Went alongside and took off the crew and troops. Jus
before dawn some more instroyers were Count off Bray, and Sabre's
Doats were sent in to bring off troops which could now be seen in
large numbers. On "Shikari" CLILING up a cutter was taken over from
her. The towage of this, full of trocps, proved too much for the
motor boat and the troops had to pull off to the ship. INO trips
were made in this way. Hourwhile on orders from R.A.Dover (in Heith)
"SABRE" went alongside a tus, took off her troops and sent him to
tow "Speedwell" off. During this time a single aircraft (apparently
ch
a Messersmidt 100) approached and made some rather half hearted
machine gun attacks. Intense 1.4 thre provented these from boing X
pressed home. There vas also VI unsuccassful dive bonbing attack
by a Junkers 87. Numerous British fighters ware seen, and our
freedom from serious interference was prosumably due to them. At
0700 having about 500 troops aboard, *SABRE* returned to Dover,
arriving at 1000.
At 2030/1 procested to Dunkirk in company with
"Codrington" at 28 knots. It 8315 secured so the east pier and C111-
ad up with troops. Shoved off at midnicht and returned, fortunbately
coming no with "Icarus" who YAS followed as or as the DONILS (Sabre
compass still Daine unreliabe). Arrived at 0400/3 and landed troops.
18 1845/8 proceeded to Dunkirk in company with
7 "Shikari" who was sent about at the North Goodsin be T. until
arrival in Dunkirk Channel, then passing new Ruytingen bank bucy
H.M.H.S. "parts" was seen to be sinking and to have boats away.
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From: Acting Lieutenant F.G.H. ILBS, R.N.V.R. Unit Officer.
Date:
8th June, 1940.
To:
VICE ADMIRAL, DOVER.
Jastimets Jades a nt
(Copy to:- The Communder-in-Chief, Portsmouth. aread Just 902
(Through Captain, H.N.S. "VERNON").
Sir,
of Indred overl I
In accordance with paragraph 2 of C.P.G.O. 1691,
I have the honour to submit the names of the following
officers and men who I consider greatly distinguished
themselves during the evacuation of the B.B.F. from Dunkirk.
H.m. Drifter
Skipper Wello Watling, R.N.R.
His cool bearing and demeanour throughout the operation
and especially during the time H.ll. Drifter "FRASABLE" was
taken in tow under heavy fire contributed most materially
to the saving of both ships.
A. Prampton, A.B. H.O. Official Number not known.
T.W.Turner A.B. H.O. IS/JX/167136
B.C. Winney A.B. H.O. LT/JX/167132
L.R. Ayers. A.B. H.O. III/JX/167128.
The above four seamen, aanned the two Lewis guns
continually ina most steadfast Hanner and without any
protection whatsoever for five hours under heavy bombardments
both from the air and land.
RESILLS 10%
FOIT
H.M. Drifter "DORINNTA".
Juvoi
Skipper U.P Reynolds, -103 mo)
This officer showed great coolness throughout the whole
operation and great initiative when ordered to proceed
in independently. the channel are Deakisk withouts chart
He navigated his ship with extreme and skill
his engines narrow partially disabled, thus, undoubtedly, saving
this, ship and as the troops on board. Due X/369, and
W. Kennedy
Engineman R.N.R.
Enginemen H.O.
IR/XX/101797
J, Smith
J.J. Shone
Stoker H.O.
Official Number not known.
Stoker R.N.R.
X/104158.
J. Pirie.
When the the boiler was 30 rooked and by the feed explosion
ship vas damaged bya aball bursting the
close to the stern, joints were blown water to fly
that sundry steam pipe to dause steem and not the purps choked in all
pump damaged 80 bilges as became flooded and energy shown by
directions, the initiative, skill and ship to reach these
with ashes. especially The 1. Kennedy, enabled eventually the to proceed to
Ramsgate Portamouth, ratings, under although her own Captain steam Wharton, and Royal Navy, considered
her a wreck in the Engine Room.
F. Russell.
X/18714
Seaman R.N.R.
Seaman R.N.R.
be Hurfield.
official Number not known H.O. Ord. Searan.
official their not known H.O. Seaman.
X/7963
R. Reekie
F.C. West.
The above four seamen manned the two Lewis guns continually
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Crossed to Hebe to collect Lord Gort. On arrival 1 ound
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0304
Sailed for Dover with Lord Gort and General Leese.
0547
Arrived Dover.
Fueled and carried out rep-airs to starboard bow.
3nd.
1201
Sailed from Dover to search for drifter "Girl Gladys"
reported broken down 7 mines east of Dunkirk and
soldiers in open boat 3 miles off Dunkirk reported by
aircraft.
1330
Collected occupants of two open boats off Dunkirk.
(approx) Left 1st Lieut. to sail Thames barge with approximately
240 soldiers to Dover.
1530
Picked up 18 soldiers in open boat. Carried out
(approx)
unsuccessful search for drifter "Girl Gladys".
1700
Abandoned search. Set course to intercept Thames barge.
1720
Dive-bombing attack by six or eight planes.
1730
Set course for Dover as now had wounded on board.
1922
Arrived Dover.
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Fuel tanks and hull seems leaking.
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with engines stopped when boats and planes could be detected by sound
at a far greater range than visibility permitted. It is submitted
that this course might profitably be employed during patrols.
May 31st 1940. 1140 to June 1st 1940. 0547.
Instructions were received to proceed to Ramsgate, rendezvous and
escort small boat convoy to Dunkirk. The Convoy sailed at 1453
approximately 3 hours after scheduled time. Opportunity was taken
at Ramsgate to off-load all depth charges as it was considered
inadvisable to continue carrying these. The convoy consisted of
5 tugs and 5 drifters each towing between three and fifteen small
boats. The convoy straggled somewhat on the way over and when
the Reutigen bouy was reached the leaders were eased down to enable
the convoy to arrive together. At this time & large force of
German bombers and fighters were seen approaching. There were
inumerable ships of all shapes and sizes in the vicinity and &
general bombing raid was commenced. British fighters arrived at
this time and the attack became disorganised, - the bombers
eventually disappearing inland. The convoy arrived off Dunkirk
from Keith who directed the convoy to the various beaches as
at approximately 2110, S.0.6. embarked Lieut. Comdr. Wynne-Edwards
required. approximately 2315 when returning to the Keith
a collision At occurred with what appeared to be as medium-sized yacht.
S.0.6. astern but the yacht's stern swinging
round was put into to port stove in S.0.6. on the starboard
bow as she altered course ribs and making & large out in the planking the aid
above fracturing several the damage was being inspected by
On shaded torch fire General Leese was embarked and instructions
of a waterline. While was opened on 9.0.6. from at German aeroplane.
were arrival given at Keith Lord Gort from Hebe, and to return to England
Keith. at Hebe it as Keith and approximately three-quarters embarked
dropping arrival General Leese discovered that Lord Gort crossed to
to collect in Dunkirk if Lord Gort approved. had
of an 9.0.6. returned Gort to also arrived there. He to Dover. was
forthwith and the and that it was the first time be any desired. the crew had
hour later Lord General Leese taken direct of
fire fact their behaviour left nothing to
June 2nd 1940. 1201 to 1982
Gladys" Instructions were received down 7 miles east about 3 miles off
to carry out a of search Dunkirk for drifter and for "Girl
approximately reported 30 broken soldiers in an was open set boat from Dover direct to Dunkirk towards
reported tho by aircraft. Course than intended to proceed to slowly put out to
clear of land and make allow for the set promised and
the coast to search for another the approach to the of coast the tide fro BI the
outer Reutigen. It was open boat, subsequently approximately sea
10 miles east of Dunkirk to escort had been
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during daylight. About half-way across a French trawler with
an open boat in tow was hailed. He reported having picked the
boat up with soldiers off Dunkirk and it was thought this might
be the boat for which we were searching. To make sure we
proceeded to Dunkirk where two open boats and a Thames
barge with sail set were found approximately three miles from
the coast. The first open boat yielded five Spaniards,
the second one about 6 soldiers, Belgian, French and
English. We then went alongside the Thames barge at
approximately 1330. This was found to contain about 320
soldiers including two Colonels and a Major of Artillery, and
various wounded. They were endeavouring to sail to England
but had made approximately three miles in 10 hours, see note below.
Motor-mechanic Whittaker fitted a new piston to the air compressor
motor while the 1st Lieut. and myself trimmed the sails.
They had no charts on board. The air compressor motor was
made to run but all efforts to start the diesel failed.
I then left 1st Lieut., Leiut. Dehammel with instructions
opened the distance to search for the "Girl Gladys".
to sail the my barge to Dover; and proceeded along the coast having
About two up miles to the east I found an open boat containing 18
soldiers who were embarked, after which we approached to within
of La Panne. Visibility was good and no sign of the drifter
approximately three miles of the coast slightly to the eastward
could be seen, the search was therefore abandoned and course
was set to intercept the Thames barge.
by approximately eight dive-bombers, 20 to 30 were the dropped
At 1720 when out of sight of land bombs we were attacked
The fell at to attack in pairs out dive of the sun
and eight six distances or varying from 10 to 50 yards of and ship.
having bombers appeared their bombs continued their endeavour firing to machine- miss
guns. the Course was appeared to explode after entering water,
released altered frequently in an the
some bombs. Some the surface and & certain number appeared ahead and not the to
explode at all. the splash. A certain amount who were exposed was
on striking One exploded under the bow right of discomfort ship
passed through myself and members of the crew hours or 80. to
experienced the by eyes for the next twelve manning
Able-Seaman Power of the soldiers in the fore to peak. return to Dover now had
splash in the was wounded in the leg when As I the port
wounded on board ask for assistance for barge sailing
turret also one I considered it advisable the barge. A tug was
forthwith and approximately to 2100 and found the Deut. Dehammel well
sent out at from Dover. I consider Sub. bombing to
performed a very subjected had caused leaks for that night's the
about 10 miles creditable operation. The to the hull which and
petrol the ship tank had and been the ship was not used again
operation.

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CONFIDENTIAL
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NAVAL MESSAGE.
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0030
Crossed to Hebe to collect Lord Gort. On arrival found
(approx) he had just gone over to Keith. Returned to Keith.
0304
Sailed for Dover with Lord Gort and General Leese.
0547
Arrived Dover.
Fueled and carried out repairs to starboard bow.
d.
1201
Sailed from Dover to search for drifter "Girl Gladys"
reported broken down 7 mines east of Dunkirk and
soldiers in open boat 3 miles off Dunkirk reported by
aircraft.
1330
Collected occupants of two open boats off Dunkirk.
(approx) Left 1st .Lieut. to sail Thanes barge with approximately
240 soldiers to Dover.
1530
Picked up 18 soliders in open boat. Carried out
(approx)
unsuccessful search for drifter "Girl Gladys".
1700
Abandoned search. Set Sealth COULESE to intercept Thanes barge.
1720
Dive-bombing attack by six or eight planes.
1730
Set course for Dover as now had wounded on board.
1922
Arrived Dover.
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Refueled. Carried out repairs to bullet holes dndengines
Fuel tanks and mll seams leaking.
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1255
Sailed for Portland.
2057
Arrived Portland for docking.