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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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FAIR BREEZE (continued)
1st June
1100
(contd).
The Atlantic arrived at Ramsgate and
disembarked soldier. 70 B.E.F. and 1 Allied(1)
Total 316
[s/Lt. Gabbett-Mulhallen then assumed
command of the fast M/B Vernon I]
Authority - R.O.II., p.543.
R.O.III, p.272.
(1) incorrect, because before the Atlantic embarking had the
This troops is evidently from Fair Breeze (about 250),
already
embarked 100 troops.
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W.D./M.L.
E.L. Yealland, Mate.
PIGEON
S/Lt. G.A. Gabbett-Mulhallen,
R.N.
1900
Arrived Ramsgate from Grimsby.
31st May
-
Left Ramsgate for Dunkirk.
1st June
-
Brought back "17 very badly wounded
men". (1)
-
S/Lt. Gabbett-Mulhallen (ex Vernon I)
2nd June
took command and sailed for Dunkirk.
He was accompanied by S/Lt. C.A.
Canham R.N.
-
Arrived Dunkirk and ferried troops from
the piers to waiting ships between
midnight and dawn.
0430ca
Proceeded.
3rd June
0700
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 20
French troops. (1)
[s/Lt. Gabbett-Mulhallen says:
"The Pigeon carried approx. 25 troops.
Between midnight and dawn each night
I made on an average 20 trips [ferrying]
arriving at Ramsgate usually at 7.30 a.m.
on the last lap with the Pigeon full of
troops. I continued this every night
until Monday [3rd June] when having ferried
all night ..... I waited alongside the pier
for Cdr. Troup (2)
-
Sailed for Dunkirk.
Arrived Dunkirk and ferried troops.
-
4th June
0305ca
Came alongside the pier where
Cdr. H.R. Troup R.N. was superinten-
ding the embarkation of troops.
Embarked Cdr. Troup and a French
general and his staff.
Cdr. Troup says:
"About men stood to attention 4 deep
1,000 half-way along the pier, the and General
about staff about 30 feet away;
and his faced the troops, whose faces the
were them showing up their heels,
after indiscernable having in the dawn light, steel
helmets, saluted and the then turned about and came down
flames behind officers clicked their
to the boat with me....."
0320
0645
Arrived Proceeded. Ramsgate. Disembarked the French
general and his staff. (3)
Total 60 (ca)
(2) Not s/Ltentioned in Ramsgate only report made of or 2 D.R. 2nd/3rd trips to June Dunkirk and 3rd/4th in
3)
Ramsgate the nights Pigeon and a "Motor Boat" of the
& Wilson Ltd
Asst. between report them landed states 202 that Allied the troops. The "Returned report full
10000000
eaks". Dir. of Mil. Transport only says,
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W.D./M.L.
E.L. Yealland, Mate.
PIGEON
S/Lt. G.A. Gabbett-Mulhallen,
R.N.
1900
Arrived Ramsgate from Grimsby.
31st May
-
Left Ramsgate for Dunkirk.
1st June
-
Brought back "17 very badly wounded
men". (1)
-
S/Lt. Gabbett-Mulhallen ( ex Vernon I)
2nd June
took command and sailed for Dunkirk.
He was accompanied by S/Lt. C.A.
Canham R.N.
Arrived Dunkirk and ferried troops from
the piers to waiting ships between
midnight and dawn.
0430ca
Proceeded.
3rd June
0700
Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked 20
French troops. (1)
[s/Lt. Gabbett-Mulhallen says:
"The Pigeon carried approx. 25 troops.
Between midnight and dawn each night
I made on an average 20 trips [ferrying]
arriving at Ramsgate usually at 7.30 a.m.
on the last lap with the Pigeon full of
troops. I continued this every night
until Monday [3rd June] when having ferried
all night
.....
I waited alongside the pier
for Cdr. Troup.
"](2)
-
Sailed for Dunkirk.
Arrived Dunkirk and ferried troops.
-
4th June
0305ca
Came alongside the pier where
Cdr. H.R. Troup R.N. was superinten-
Embarked Cdr. Troup and a French
ding the embarkation of troops.
general and his staff.
Cdr. Troup says:
"About stood to attention 4 deep
1,000 men along the pier, the General and
about half-way about 30 feet away;
and his staff faced the troops, whose faces the
were indiscernable behind them showing up their
after having in the dawn light, steel
flames officers clicked their heels, down
helmets, saluted and the then turned about and came
to the boat with me....."
0320
0645
Proceeded. Arrived Ramsgate. Disembarked the French
general and his staff. (3)
Total 60 (ca)
(2) Not or D.R. Dunkirk in
(3) of 2 2nd/3rd trips to June and 3rd/4th
viz, on the nights and a "Motor Boat" of the
between Dirt them landed states 202 that Allied the Pigeon troops. The "Returned report full
leaks". of Mil. Transport only says,
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Authority - R.O.IIIII pp.492, p.490. 544, 369.
PIGEON - continued.
following awards were boats, made:
Motor
Boat
Vernon
I,
services Launch in "Ships Pigeon". Fast (c.w. 29685/40)].
D.S.C. Sub-Lieut. G.A. Gabbett-Mulhallen, R.N.
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M/B
VERNON I
S/Lt. G.A. Gabbett-Mulhallen,
R.N.
1100
1st June
Having arrived back from Dunkirk in
p.m.
the sk. Atlantic, S/Lt. Gabbett-
Mulhallen assumed command of the
Vernon I.
-
Left Ramsgate for Dunkirk.
-
Arrived Dunkirk. Ferried troops from
the piers to destroyers and transports
2nd June
0400ca
The starboard engine "fell to pieces".
Full of troops, the Vernon I was
-
towed to Ramsgate.
Total 25(1) 1)
[s/Lt. Gabbett-Mulhallen then embarked in the
W.D./M.L. Pigeon]
1
Authority. - R.O.II, II, p.544.
For awards, see under W.D/M.L. Pigean.
(1) Estimated.
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[H.M.S.] VERNON'S PINNACE (V.4) 4)
trapler
See under Ben and Lucy.
31st May
the French dr, Leonard, in company
the Downa to DunkArk by
with the tr. Chasse-Veree a
trawlers.
No Artoils are available.
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their accounting base as shown below.]
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
Page
NOTE.-The programmes and prospective movements contained herein are
1.
Bacchante
25
32.
Pembroke IV
17
liable to alteration at short notice, and no executive action should be
2.
Badger
13
33.
Proserpine
28,29
taken thereon until confirmation has been obtained from the Admiralty.
3.
Beaver I
16
34.
Pyramus
30
4.
Beaver II
16
35.
Racer
7
5.
Boscawen
9
36.
Skirmisher
4
6.
Calliope
23
37.
Spartiate
18
7.
Caroline
7
38.
Torch
6
8.
Claverhouse
20, 21
39.
Unicorn II
22
ABBREVIATIONS.
9.
Clio
6
40.
Vernon
8
Before Name of Ship.
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
41.
Victory I
8
C = Chatham Crew.
11.
Defiance
2
42.
Victory II
8
D = Devonport Crew.
12.
Dolphin
Submarine School,
43.
Victory III
8
Portsmouth
P = Portsmouth Crew.
44.
Watchful
15
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
45.
Wildfire
12
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
After Name of Ship.
46.
Woolwich
28
15.
Eaglet
5
A = Fitted with asdics.
47.
Lochinvar
20
16.
Elfin
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
Blyth
48.
Orlando
18
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
17.
Excellent
Gunnery School,
49.
Rooke
20
Portsmouth
C = D.C. equipment only.
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
18.
Fervent
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
11
19.
Flora
26
51.
Nimrod
19
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
20.
Forte
2
52.
Trelawney
27
x/s = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
21.
Fortitude
19
53.
Nile
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
22.
Forward
9
54.
St. Angelo
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
23.
Fox
27
55.
Cormorant
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
24.
Lucifer
3
56.
Stag
X/LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertible to Oropesa.
L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
25.
Lynx
10
57.
Sultan
P.L.
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
26.
Mentor
27
58.
Tamar
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
27.
Venon II
8
59.
Edinburgh
Castle
XN/4.B = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
28.
Osprey
Portland
60.
Lucia
f.o. = Fitting out.
29.
Paragon
24
61.
Pursuivant
20 kw. = Fitted with 20-kw. generators.
30
Pembroke I
17
62.
Minos
14A
22 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw. generators.
30 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw. generators.
31.
Pembroke II
17
63,
Nemo
14A
35 kw. = Fitted with 35-kw. generators.
(1) = Special complement.
NOTE.-In order to keep the information in respect of accounting bases up to date
Naval Authorities concerned are requested to report all initial allocations to accounting
bases and any subsequent changes that may be made. Corrections, etc., should arrive by
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INDEX OF HEADINGS.
CONTENTS:
Pages
Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Plymouth,
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Falmouth, Swansea, Barry, Cardiff,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Penarth, Port Talbot, Milford Haven,
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
Striking Forces and Groups.
8-9A Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Portland, Newhaven).
35-35A M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
with Double L Sweeps but not yet
allocated.
12-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
fitting out.
Grimsby, Hull, London).
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
.Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
(2) N.L.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
, Secretary to.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
A.C.N.S.
P.D.G.
All B.A.Os.
241
A.C.N.S. (H).
P.M.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
Naval Secretary.
(1) Press Section.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
(6) War Registry.
F.O.N.P.C.
"
(Air).
S.D.G.
Naval Canteen Service,
E.A.P.
S.F.
N.A.A.F.I.
(3) A.C.R.
Sub-War Registry.
Naval Representative,
(2) A.T.X.
Cabinet Office.
Australia House.
Central Copying Branch.
Chart Supplies Division.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.S.
C.C.R.T.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(5) C.S.A.S.
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
30
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Depôt, Coventry.
(3) C.W.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(2) D.A.S.
A.S., Chatham.
N.O. i/c N. Shields.
A.S., Devonport.
Rear-Admiral,
(4) D.A/S.W.
D.C.D.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
D.C.Q.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
(3) D.E.E.
School, Portsmouth.
R.A., Scapa.
D.E.W.D.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
(4) D.M.S.
Portsmouth.
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.N.A.
(2) Captain, A/S.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(2) D.N.E.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(5) D.N.O.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat.
D.N.R.
Devonport.
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
(12) D.O.D.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
D. of C.
Portsmouth.
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
(6) D. of D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
D. of L.D.
Rosyth.
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
D. of N.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
211
Superintending Naval Store
(4) D. of P.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
Officer, Chatham.
(7) D. of S.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
(2) V.A.N.P.
D. of S.T.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
Vice-Admiral,
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
1st Cruiser Squadron.
(7) D.P.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
Vice-Admiral,
(5) D.P.T.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Wildflower."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. " Boscawen."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
E.F.O.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
(2) E.-in-C.
C.O., H.M.S. Nimrod."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
about 300
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ith
NOTE.-The programmes and prospective movements contained herein are be
[The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume
liable to alteration at short notice, and no executive action should
t.
their accounting base as shown below.]
taken thereon until confirmation has been obtained from the Admiralty.
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
P
1.
Bacchante
25
24.
Lucifer
2.
Badger
13
25.
Lynx
1
3.
Beaver I
16
26.
Mentor
:
27
4.
Beaver II
16
27.
Venon II
8
ABBREVIATIONS.
5.
Boscawen
9
48.
Orlando
18
Before Name of Ship.
6.
Calliope
23
28.
Osprey
Portland
C = Chatham Crew.
7.
Caroline
7
29.
Paragon
..
24
D = Devonport Crew.
8.
Claverhouse
20, 21
30.
Pembroke I
17
P = Portsmouth Crew.
9.
Clio
6
31.
Pembroke II
17
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
32.
Pembroke IV
17
After Name of Ship.
11.
Defiance
2
33.
Proserpine
28, 29
A = Fitted with asdics.
12.
Dolphin
Portsmouth
34.
Pyramus
30
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
35.
Racer
7
..
c = D.C. equipment only.
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
36.
Skirmisher
4
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
15.
Eaglet
5
37.
Spartiate
18
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
16.
Elfin
Portsmouth
38.
Torch
6
X = Operates, Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
17.
Excellent
Portsmouth
39.
Unicorn II
22
X/S = Operates, Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
18.
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
Fervent
11
40.
Vernon
8
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
19.
Flora
26
41.
Victory I
8
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
20.
Forte
2
42.
Victory II
8
X/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep.
21.
Fortitude
19
43.
Victory III
8
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
22.
Forward
9
44.
Watchful
14, 15
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
XN/4.B = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
23.
Fox
27
45.
Wildffre
12
f.o. = Fitting out.
47.
Lockinvar
20
46.
Woolwich
28
20 kw. = Fitted with 20-kw. generators.
22 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw. generators.
30 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw. generators.
NOTE.-In order to keep the information in respect of accounting bases up to date
35 kw. = Fitted with 35-kw. generators.
Naval Authorities concerned are requested to report all initial allocations to accounting
(1) = Special complement.
bases and any subsequent changes that may be made. Corrections; etc., should arrive by
Saturday in each week.
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INDEX OF HEADINGS.
CONTENTS:
Page
Page
2 Western Approaches Command (Plymouth,
Falmouth, Swansea, Barry, Milford Haven,
28 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
Barrow, Belfast, Larne, Campbeltown).
31 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of Strik-
8 Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth, Port-
ing Forces and Groups.
land, Newhaven).
10 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
35 M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out, with
12 Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness, Thames
Double L Sweeps but not yet allocated.
and Medway, Harwich, Brightlingsea,
Lowestoft, Yarmouth, Grimsby, Hull,
London).
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting out.
Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
18 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
Rosyth, Port Edgar, Leith, Granton,
Dundee, Tyne, N. Shields, Sunderland,
38 Ships building.
Hartlepool, Blyth, Aberdeen, Peterhead,
Invergordon, Port A, Stornoway).
42 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
(2) E.-in-C.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
First Sea Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
Second Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Controller.
K.S.P.
Deputy Naval Store Officer
Controller, Deputy.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fourth Sea Lord.
Fifth Sea Lord.
(3) M.D.G.
Slough.
(2) M.F.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
D.C.N.S.
N.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
Secretary to.
(2) N.L.
All B.A.Os.
A.C.N.S.
Naval Secretary.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
P.D.G.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
P.M.
F.O.N.P.C.
"
"
(Air).
(1) Press Section.
Minister for the Co-ordination of
E.A.P.
Defence.
(3) A.C.R.
(6) War Registry.
Naval Canteen Service,
S.D.G.
(2) A.T.X.
N.A.A.F.I.
S.F.
Central Copying Branch.
Naval Representative,
Chart Supplies Division.
Sub-War Registry.
Australia House.
Park Royal.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(5) C.S.A.S.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Deptford, S.E.8.
(3) C.W.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(4) D.A/S.W.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
Depôt, Coventry.
D.C.D.
A.S., Chatham.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(3) D.E.E.
A.S., Devonport.
Rear-Admiral,
D.E.W.D.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D.M.S.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
(4) D.N.A.
School, Portsmouth.
R.A., Scapa.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
(2) Rear-Admiral (S).
(2) D.N.E.
Portsmouth.
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
(2) Captain, A/S.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(5) D.N.O.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
D.N.R.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(12) D.O.D.
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
D. of C.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
(6) D. of D.
Devonport.
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
D. of L.D.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
D. of N.
Portsmouth.
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
(4) D. of P.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
Rosyth.
Superintending Naval Store
(7) D. of S.
D. of S.T.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Officer, Chatham.
(4) D. of T.D.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
(2) V.A.N.P.
(2) D. of V.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
Vice-Admiral,
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
1st Cruiser Squadron.
(7) D.P.S.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
Vice-Admiral,
D.P.T.S.
C.O., H.M.S. " St. George."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. Wildflower."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
E.F.O.
C.O., H.M.S. Boscawen."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
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by fire on receipt of new copy.
person be not holding an official position It is to be destroyed
ACCOUNTING BASES.
NOTE.-The programmes and prospective and movements contained herein
[The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume indicate
liable to alteration at short notice, has been no executive action should are be
their accounting base as shown below.]
taken thereon until confirmation obtained from the Admiralty.
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
1.
Bacchante
H.M.S.
Page
25
26.
Mentor
2.
Badger
27
13
27.
Venon II
3.
Beaver I
:
8
16
28.
Osprey
Beaver II
:
Portland
4.
16
29.
Paragon
24
5.
Boscawen
9
30.
Pembroke I'
17
ABBREVIATIONS.
6.
Calliope
23
31.
Pembroke II
17
7.
Caroline
Before Name of Ship.
7
32.
Pembroke IV
17
8.
Claverhouse
C = Chatham Crew.
20,21
33.
Proserpine
:
28,29
9.
Clio
D = Devonport Crew.
6
34.
Pyramus
30
10.
P = Portsmouth Crew.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
35.
Racer
:
7
11.
Defiance
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
2
36.
Skirmisher
4
12.
Dolphin
Portsmouth
37.
Spartiate
18
After Name of Ship.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
38.
Torch
:
6
A = Fitted with asdics.
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
39.
Unicorn II
22
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
15.
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
Eaglet
5
40.
Vernon
:
8
16.
Elfin
Portsmouth
41.
Victory I
8
C = D.C. equipment only.
17.
Excellent
Portsmouth
42.
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
Victory II
8
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
18.
Fervent
11
43.
Victory III
8
X = Operates, Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
19.
Flora
26
44.
Watchful
:
14, 15
X/S S = Operates, Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
20.
Forte
2
45.
Wildfire
:
12
= Fitted to tow skid only.
21.
Fortitude
19
46.
Woolwich
28
:
X/M X/A = = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
22.
Forward
9
47.
Lochinvar
:
20
X/LL Fitted to operate Double A
23.
Fox
27
48.
Orlando
18
LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double sweep. L Oropesa.
24.
Lucifer
3
49.
Rooke
20
E/S = = Fitted Fitted with to carry and tow Double L sweep sweep and but NOT convertable convertible to to Oropesa.
Lynx
10
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
25.
35 30 22 XN/4.B 20 T/W kw. f.o. kw. kw. kw. = = = = = = = Fitting Fitted Fitted Fitted Fitted Fitted with with with with with out. 30-kw. 22-kw. 20-kw. Taut Bow Echo Defence Wire Sounding. generators. generators. Gear.
NOTE.-In order to keep the information in respect of accounting bases up to date
Gear appropriate to class.
Naval Authorities concerned are requested to report all initial allocations to accounting
bases and any subsequent changes that may be made. Corrections, etc., should arrive by
Saturday in each week.
(1) II Special Fitted with complement. 35-kw. generators. generators.
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CONTENTS:
Pages
Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Ply-
mouth, Falmouth, Swansea, Barry,
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Milford Haven, Birkenhead, Fleetwood,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Holyhead, Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
8-9 Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Striking Forces and Groups.
Portland, Newhaven).
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
35-35A M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
with Double L Sweeps but not yet
12-17 Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
allocated.
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Grimsby, Hull, London).
fitting out.
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
36A-36B Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
.Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
(2) N.L.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
Secretary to.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
A.C.N.S.
P.D.G.
All B.A.Os.
Naval Secretary.
P.M.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
(1) Press Section.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(Air).
(6) War Registry.
F.O.N.P.C.
E.A.P.
S.D.G.
Naval Canteen Service,
(3) A.C.R.
S.F.
N.A.A.F.I.
(2) A.T.X.
Sub-War Registry.
Naval Representative,
Central Copying Branch.
Cabinet Office.
Australia House.
Chart Supplies Division.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
C.C.R.T.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.S.
(5) C.S.A.S.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Depôt, Coventry.
(3) C.W.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(2) D.A.S.
A.S., Chatham.
Rear-Admiral,
(4) D.A/S.W.
A.S., Devonport.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
D.C.D.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
(3) D.E.E.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
R.A., Scapa.
D.E.W.D.
School, Portsmouth.
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
(4) D.M.S.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.N.A.
Portsmouth.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.C.
(2) Captain, A/S.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(2) D.N.E.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(5) D.N.O.
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat.
D.N.R.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
(12) D.O.D.
Devonport.
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
D. of C.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
Portsmouth.
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
(6) D. of D.
D. of L.D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
Rosyth.
Superintending Naval Store
D. of N.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Officer, Chatham.
(4) D. of P.
(7) D. of S.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
(2) V.A.N.P.
D, of S.T.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
Vice-Admiral,
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
1st Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
Vice-Admiral,
(7) D.P.S.
C.O., H.M.S. " St. George."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(5) D.P.T.S.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. " Wildflower."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
C.O., H.M.S. Boscawen."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
E.F.O.
(2) E.-in-C.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. " Vernon."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
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ACCOUNTING BASES.
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erson not holding an official position
fire on receipt of new copy.
The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume indicate
their accounting base as shown below.]
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
Page
OTE.-The programmes and prospective movements executive contained action herein are
1.
Bacchante
25
33.
Proserpine
28,29
liable to alteration at short notice, and no the should be
2.
Badger
13
34.
Pyramus
30
taken thereon until confirmation has been obtained from Admiralty.
:
3.
Beaver I
16
35.
Racer
..
7
4.
Beaver II
16
36.
Skirmisher
4
5.
Boscawen
9
37.
Spartiate
:
18
6.
Calliope
23
38.
Torch
..
6
7.
Caroline
7
39.
Unicorn II
..
22
ABBREVIATIONS.
8.
Claverhouse
20, 21
40.
Vernon
8
Before Name of Ship.
9.
Clio
6
41.
Victory I
:
8
G = Chatham Crew.
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
42.
Victory II
:
8
D = Devonport Crew.
11.
Defiance
2
43.
Victory III
..
8
P = Portsmouth Crew.
12.
Dolphin
Submarine School,
44.
Watchful
:
15
Portsmouth
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
45.
Wildfire
: .
12
F.S. = French Ship.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
46.
Woolwich
28
:
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
47.
Lochinvar
20
After Name of Ship.
:
15.
Eaglet
5
A = Fitted with asdics.
48.
Orlando
18
16.
Elfin
Blyth
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
49.
Rooke
20
..
a/a = Anti Aircraft.
17.
Excellent
Gunnery School,
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
Portsmouth
C = D.C. equipment only.
18.
Fervent
51.
Nimrod
19
11
..
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
Trelawney
27
19.
Flora
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
26
52.
:
S X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
20.
Forte
2
53.
Nile
21.
Fortitude
19
54.
St. Angelo
S Fitted to tow skid only.
= = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
22.
Forward
9
55.
Cormorant
M
= Fitted Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
23.
Fox
27
56.
Stag
LL A = = to operate Double A sweep.
24.
Lucifer
3
57.
Sultan
P.L.
= Fitted Fitted to to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertible
25.
Lynx
10
58.
Tamar
S L = Fitted with carry Echo and Sounding. tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa. to Oropesa.
26.
Mentor
27
59.
Edinburgh
Castle
W B = = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
27.
Venon II
8
60.
Lucia
0. = Fitting Fitted with out. Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
28.
Osprey
Portland
61.
Pursuivant
29.
Paragon
24
62.
Minos
14A
W. W. W. V. = = = Fitted Fitted Fitted Fitted with with with 20-kw. 22-kw. 30-kw. generators. generators.
30.
Pembroke I
17
63.
Nemo
14A
31.
Pembroke II
17
64.
Beehive
14B
= = Special with 35-kw. generators. generators.
32.
Pembroke IV
17
complement.
NOTE.-In order to keep the information in respect of accounting bases up to date
Naval Authorities concerned are requested to report all initial allocations to accounting
bases and any subsequent changes that may be made. Corrections, etc., should arrive by
Saturday in each week.
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INDEX OF HEADINGS.
CONTENTS:
Pages
Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Plymouth,
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Falmouth, Swansea, Barry, Cardiff,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Penarth, Port Talbot, Milford Haven,
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
Striking Forces and Groups.
8-9A Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Portland, Newhaven).
35-35B M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
with Double L Sweeps but not yet
allocated.
12-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
fitting out.
Grimsby, Hull, London).
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
(2) N.L.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
, Secretary to.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
A.C.N.S.
P.D.G.
All B.A.Os.
A.C.N.S. (H).
P.M.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
Naval Secretary.
(1) Press Section.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
(6) War Registry.
F.O.N.P.C.
"
(Air).
S.D.G.
Naval Canteen Service,
E.A.P.
N.A.A.F.I.
S.F.
(3) A.C.R.
Sub-War Registry.
Naval Representative,
(2) A.T.X.
Australia House.
Cabinet Office.
Central Copying Branch.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Chart Supplies Division.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.S.
C.C.R.T.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(5) C.S.A.S.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Depôt, Coventry.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(3) C.W.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
(2) D.A.S.
A.S., Chatham.
N. O. i/c N. Shields.
Rear-Admiral,
(4) D.A/S.W.
A.S., Devonport.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
D.C.D.
D.C.Q.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
(3) D.E.E.
School, Portsmouth.
R.A., Scapa.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
D.E.W.D.
Portsmouth.
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.M.S.
(4) D.N.A.
(2) Captain, A/S.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(2) D.N.E.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(5) D.N.O.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat.
D.N.R.
Devonport.
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
(12) D.O.D.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
D. of C.
Portsmouth.
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
(6) D. of D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
D. of L.D.
Rosyth.
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
D. of N.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Superintending Naval Store
(4) D. of P.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
Officer, Chatham.
(7) D. of S.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
(2) V.A.N.P.
D. of S.T.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
Vice-Admiral,
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
1st Cruiser Squadron.
C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
Vice-Admiral,
(7) D.P.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(5) D.P.T.S.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Wildflower."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Boscawen."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
E.F.O.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
(2) E.-in-C.
C.O., H.M.S. Nimrod."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
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of
H.M.
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Its
be communicated, not holding an either official directly position or in indirectly H.M. to the contents Press, are not
by person fire on receipt of new copy. Service. It is to be or destroyed to any to
ACCOUNTING BASES.
NOTE.-The
programmes
and
prospective
movements
taken liable thereon to alteration until confirmation at short notice, has been and no executive contained action herein should are be
[The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume indicate
obtained from the Admiralty.
their accounting base as shown below.]
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
1.
Bacchante
Page
25
26.
Mentor
..
27
2.
Badger
:
13
27.
Venon II
:
8
3.
Beaver I
:
16
28.
Osprey
:
Portland
4.
Beaver II
16
29.
Paragon
:
24
ABBREVIATIONS.
5.
Boscawen
9
30.
Pembroke I'
17
6.
Calliope
23
31.
Pembroke II
Before Name of Ship.
17
7.
Caroline
7
32.
Pembroke IV
C = Chatham Crew.
17
8.
Claverhouse
20,21
33.
D = Devonport Crew.
Proserpine
:
28,29
9.
Clio
6
34.
= Portsmouth Crew.
Pyramus
:
30
P
10.
II
Rosyth
35.
Racer
:
7
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
11.
Defiance
2
36.
Skirmisher
:
4
After Name of Ship.
12.
Dolphin
Portsmouth
37.
Spartiate
:
18
A = Fitted with asdics.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
38.
Torch
6
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
39.
Unicorn II
22
A/A
= Anti Aircraft.
15.
Eaglet
5
40.
Vernon
8
C = D.C. equipment only.
16.
Elfin
Portsmouth
41.
Victory I
8
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
17.
Excellent
Portsmouth
42.
Victory II
8
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
18.
Fervent
11
43.
Victory III
8
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
19.
Flora
26
44.
Watchful
14, 15
X/S = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
20.
Forte
2
45.
Wildfire
12
_S II: Fitted to tow skid only.
21.
Fortitude
19
46.
Woolwich
28
X/M X/A = = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
22.
Forward
9
47.
Lochinvar
20
Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
23.
Fox
27
48.
Orlando
18
X/LL L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L and convertable to Oropesa.
Lucifer
3
49.
Rooke
:
20
24.
= Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
Lynx
10
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
25.
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
XN/4.B f.o. = = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
NOTE.-In order to keep the information in respect of accounting bases up to date
Authorities concerned are requested to report all initial allocations to accounting
20 22 30 35 kw. kw. kw. kw. = = II = Fitting Fitted Fitted Fitted Fitted with with with with out. 20-kw. 22-kw. 30-kw. generators. generators. generators.
bases Naval and any subsequent changes that may be made. Corrections, etc., should arrive by
Saturday in each week.
(1) = Special complement. 35-kw.
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INDEX OF HEADINGS.
CONTENTS:
Pages
Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Ply-
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
mouth, Falmouth, Swansea, Barry,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Milford Haven, Birkenhead, Fleetwood,
Holyhead, Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
8-9 Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Striking Forces and Groups.
Portland, Newhaven).
35-35A M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
with Double L Sweeps but not yet
12-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
allocated.
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Grimsby, Hull, London).
fitting out.
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
(2) N.L.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
, Secretary to.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
A.C.N.S.
P.D.G.
All B.A.Os.
A.C.N.S. (H).
P.M.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
Naval Secretary.
(1) Press Section.
All N.Os. i/c. at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
(6) War Registry.
F.O.N.P.C.
(Air).
S.D.G.
Naval Canteen Service,
E.A.P.
S.F.
N.A.A.F.I.
(3) A.C.R.
Sub-War Registry.
Naval Representative,
(2) A.T.X.
Cabinet Office.
Australia House.
Central Copying Branch.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Chart Supplies Division.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.S.
C.C.R.T.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(5) C.S.A.S.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Depôt, Coventry.
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(3) C.W.
A.S., Chatham.
Rear-Admiral,
(2) D.A.S.
A.S., Devonport.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.A/S.W.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
D.C.D.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
R.A., Scapa.
(3) D.E.E.
School, Portsmouth.
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
D.E.W.D.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
R.A. (O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.M.S.
Portsmouth.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.A.
(2) Captain, A/S.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(2) D.N.E.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat,
(5) D.N.O.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
D.N.R.
Devonport.
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
(12) D.O.D.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
D. of C.
Portsmouth.
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
(6) D. of D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
D. of L.D.
Rosyth.
Superintending Naval Store
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Officer, Chatham.
D. of N.
(4) D. of P.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
(2) V.A.N.P.
(7) D. of S.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
Vice-Admiral,
D. of S.T.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
1st Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
Vice-Admiral,
C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(7) D.P.S.
(5) D.P.T.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Wildflower."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
(2) D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Boscawen."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
E.F.O.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
(2) E.-in-C.
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ACCOUNTING BASES.
book is the property of H.M. Government. to Its the contents are not to
This communicated, either directly or indirectly It is Press, to or to any
person be not holding an official position in H.M. Service. be destroyed
[The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume indicate
by fire on receipt of new copy.
their accounting base as shown below.]
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
NOTE.-The programmes and prospective movements contained herein are
Page
1.
Bacchante
25
33.
liable to alteration at short notice, and no executive action should be
Proserpine
28, 29
2.
Badger
13
34.
taken thereon until confirmation has been obtained from the Admiralty.
Pyramus
30
3.
Beaver I
16
35.
Racer
7
4.
Beaver II
16
36.
Skirmisher
4
5.
Boscawen
9
37.
Spartiate
18
6.
Calliope
23
38.
Torch
6
7.
Caroline
7
39.
ABBREVIATIONS.
Unicorn II
22
8.
Claverhouse
20,21
40.
Vernon
8
Before Name of Ship.
9.
Clio
6
41.
Victory I
8
C = Chatham Crew.
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
42.
Victory II
8
D = Devonport Crew.
11.
Defiance
2
43.
Victory III
8
P = Portsmouth Crew.
12.
Dolphin
Submarine School,
44.
Watchful
15
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
Portsmouth
45.
Wildfire
12
:
D.S. = Dutch Ship.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
F.S. = French Ship.
46.
Woolwich
28
14.
Drake IV
N.S. = Norwegian Ship.
Plymouth
47.
Lochinvar
20
15.
Eaglet
5
48.
Orlando
18
:
After Name of Ship.
16.
Elfin
Blyth
49.
Rooke
20
A = Fitted with asdics.
:
17.
Excellent
Gunnery School,
Portsmouth
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
51.
Nimrod
19
18.
Fervent
11
C = D.C. equipment only.
52.
19.
Flora
Trelawney
27
26
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
20.
2
53.
Nile
Forte
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
54.
21.
Fortitude
19
St. Angelo
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
22.
Forward
9
55.
Cormorant
X/S = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
23.
Fox
27
56.
Stag
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
3
57.
Sultan
Lucifer
P.L.
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
24.
58.
Tamar
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
25.
Lynx
10
59.
Edinburgh
X/LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertible to Oropesa.
26.
Mentor
27
Castle
L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
27.
Venon II
8
60.
Lucia
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
28.
Osprey
Portland
61.
Pursuivant
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
29.
Paragon
24
62.
Minos
14A
XN/4.B = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
f.o. = Fitting out,
30
Pembroke I
17
63.
Nemo
14A
Pembroke II
17
64.
Beehive
14B
20 kw. = Fitted with 20-kw. generators.
31.
22 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw. generators.
32.
Pembroke IV
17
30 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw. generators.
35 kw. = Fitted with 35-kw. generators.
NOTE.-In order to keep the information in respect of accounting bases up to date
bases and any subsequent changes that may be made. Corrections, etc., should arrive
Naval Authorities concerned are requested to report all initial allocations to accounting by
(1) = Special complement.
Saturday in each week.
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INDEX OF HEADINGS.
CONTENTS:
Pages
Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Plymouth,
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Falmouth, Swansea, Barry, Cardiff,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Penarth, Port Talbot, Milford Haven,
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
Striking Forces and Groups.
8-9B Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Portland, Newhaven).
35-35B M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
10-11A Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
with Double L Sweeps but not yet
allocated.
11A-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
fitting out.
Grimsby, Hull, London).
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
(2) N.L.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
, Secretary to.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
A.C.N.S.
P.D.G.
All B.A.Os.
A.C.N.S. (H).
P.M.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
Naval Secretary.
(1) Press Section.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
F.O.N.P.C.
(6) War Registry.
(Air).
Naval Canteen Service,
"
"
S.D.G.
N.A.A.F.I.
E.A.P.
S.F.
(3) A.C.R.
Sub-War Registry.
Naval Representative,
Australia House.
(2) A.T.X.
Cabinet Office.
Central Copying Branch.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Chart Supplies Division.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.S.
C.C.R.T.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
(5) C.S.A.S.
Depôt, Coventry.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
(3) C.W.
N. O. i/c N. Shields.
A.S., Chatham.
(2) D.A.S.
Rear-Admiral,
A.S., Devonport.
(4) D.A/S.W.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
A.S., Portsmouth.
D.C.D.
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
D.C.Q.
R.A., Scapa.
School, Portsmouth.
(3) D.E.E.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
D.E.W.D.
Portsmouth.
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.M.S.
(2) Captain, A/S.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.A.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(2) D.N.E.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat.
(5) D.N.O.
Devonport.
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
D.N.R.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
(12) D.O.D.
Portsmouth.
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
D. of C.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
(6) D. of D.
Rosyth.
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
D. of L.D.
D. of N.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Superintending Naval Store
(4) D. of P.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
Officer, Chatham.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
(2) V.A.N.P.
(7) D. of S.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
Vice-Admiral,
D. of S.T.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
1st Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
Vice-Admiral,
(7) D.P.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(5) D.P.T.S.
C.O., H.M.S. Wildflower."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. Boscawen."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
(2) D.T.S.D.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
E.F.O.
C.O., H.M.S. Nimrod."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
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45
Page
5
Slogan
Page
36
Sata
15
Sluga
Page
Rose
8
Saturn
Smeaton
13
22
Sublime
23
Page
Rosebud
Saucy
35
Tonny
28
8
Snaefell
7
Suilven
22
Topaze
18
Wardour
Roseden
12
Sawfly
30
Scalby Wyke
Snap
23
Sukha
35A
Torbay II
9
War Duke
Rose Emma
24
19
Solitaire
10
21
Sulara
5
Rose Haugh
Scawfell
Torch
Warland
15
7
Solomon
Sulla
35A
Rose Hilda
Touchstone
6
30
Sceptre
14
Warrior II
9
Solon
Schievan
16
Suma
15
Rose Valley
Tourmaline
5
War Star
24
37
Solstice
Sumba
35A
Trade Wind
25
Rosel
3
Scomber
15
Warwick Deeping
Rose Marie
22
Song
Summer Rose
23
Tranio
27
War Wing
10
Scotch Thistle
8
18
Sonnet
Sunbeam II
36A
Tranquil
13
Wastwater
Ross
27
Scotia II
12
Southcoates
Sunflower IV
14
12
T.R. Ferrens
36
Watchful
Ross Ard
31
15
Scott
Southern Breeze
Sunlight
15
Scottish
25
Tritonia
9
Waterfly
Rotha
17A
24
Sunnyside Girl
28
29
Rowan
Scourge
29
Southern Chief
36c
Triumph
Watermeyer
12
Superman
4
Waveflower
29
Rowan Tree
Scythe
13
Southern Field
35A
Trophy
36B
36B
Supporter
23
Troubadour
Wee Cumbrae
Roxano
Seabreeze
28
Southern Flower
35A
36
12A
Surly
7
Welcome Home
Royal Eagle
Seafarer
28
36c
Troup Ahead
Southern Foam
19
Wellard
14
Surprise
36
True Accord
Royallieu
Royalo
14
Seaflower
Southern Gem
35A
29
29
Susannah Jane
Wellsbach
2
Tumby
36c
23
Wengan
5
Seagull
29
Southern Pride
Susarion
36A
Tunisian
Ruby
17
Sea Holly
Southern Shore
36c
14
Westella
35
Sutton
16
Turcoman
Rugby
32
5
Sea King
16
36c
West Haven
Southern Spray
Svega
35A
Runswick Bay
Turquoise
13
Ryde
10
Sea Lord
11
36c
West Neuk
Southern Star
Swan II
36
Tuscarora
19
36c
Westlyn
16
Southern Wave
Sweet Promise
35A
Ryde (Special Service)
8
Sea Mist
Tweenways
14
Westward Ho
29
Southsea
36c
Sea Monarch
Swift Wing
15
Twinkling Star
20
Whirlpool
Seaman
17
Souvenir
23
Sycamore
24
Whitethorn
Secuta
Spaniard
13
5
Sylph
12A
Widgeon
S.
32
Sedulous
36B
Sylvana
21
Sparsholt
12
Selkirk
16
Spartiate
Syrian
17A
U.
Widgeon of Fearn
Sabra
35
Wigan
18
Syringa
24
Uberty
14
Wildfire
Sabreur
35
Semita
8
Speedwell
10
Uberus
19
Willa
Sailor King
22
Semnos
19
Speedy
29
Ugie Bray
24
William Brady
St. Abbs
9
Seriola
8
Sphene
13
Ullswater
25
William Caldwell
St. Achilleus
13
Servitor
14
Spina
T.
36
Unicity
14
William Cale
St. Adrian
5
Settsu
37
Spindrift
9
Taeping
22
Unicorn II
22
William Hannen
St. Apollo
36c
Sevra
35
Spinet
29
Taipo
16
Unitia
7
William Purdy
St. Cathan
25
Shako
14
Spitfire III
17
Tamarisk
12A
Utilise
19
Wm. Stephens
St. Celestin
29
Shandwick
5
Spranza
23
Tamora
15
Ut. Prosim
10
William Wesney
St. Cyrus
17
Sharpshooter
29
Sprig o' Heather
27
Taransay
15
Willing Boys
St. Dominica
5
Shearwater
31
Springdale
13
Tarret
10
Wilna
St. Donats
16
Sheen
28
Springtide
Tartan
13
Willow
St. Elstan
20
V.
25
Sheldon
4
Spurs
Tea Rose
28
Windermere
St. Fagan
10
9
Sheldrake
21
Tekoura
30
Vadne
8
Windward Ho
St. Katherine
31
Stafnes
12
Shemara
Terje I-V
36c
Valena
9
Wistaria
St. Kenan
9
Stalberg
37
25
Shera
Teroma
24
Valesca
35A
Witham
St. Loman
35
Stalwart
9
25
Shika
Tervani
17A
Vandyck
30
Withernsea
St. Magnus
35
Star of Deveron
12A
26
Shila
Tessie
36A
Varanga
29
Wolborough
St. Melante
36
12A
Star of Hope
28
Tewara
26
Varanis
35A
Wolves
Shiona
St. Mellons
6
Star of the Realm
37
30
36
Vascama
21
Shipmates
Thalia
Wyoming
St. Modwen
10
Star of Orkney
15
23
Velia
6
9
St. Nectan
Shower
Thames (Dutch Tug)
28
Star of the Wave
5
Thames Queen
23
Velmont
35A
36A
St. Olaves
Shusa
35
Starlight Ray
11
26
Ventsyssel
18
9
Thaw
X.
St. Olive
Sicyon
5
29
Staunch
35A
The Boys
10
Venture
22
St. Sunniva
Signa
36
Stefa
35A
15
Vernal
12A
Xmas Rose
St. Tudno
30
The Brit
Signet
21
Vernon II
8
15
12A
Silanion
29
Stella Canopus
Their Merit
St. Wistan
36A
Silja
37
Stella Capella
25
Thele
8
Victoria
9
17A
Thermopylae
Victorian
32
St. Zeno
Silva
35
Stella Carina
22
Y.
Salamander
36c
13
Victory
8
36
Stella Leonis
The Provost
28
Salpa
16
Silver Cloud
Victrix
7
Yarta
Saltash
2
Silver Crest
2
Stella Orion
24
The Roman
35A
37
Yehonala
15
Stella Pegassi
25
The Tower
36B
Vilda
10
Vine
36B
Yehonala II
Salvini
Silver Dawn
11
Stella Polaris
19
The Way
29
Salvo (Tug)
36B
22
Yesso
Silver Fox
13
Thirlmere
25
Viola
Salvo
14
Silver Grey
19
Stella Rigel
29
Yezo
33
26
Violet Flowers
Salvonia
35
Silver Line
4
Stella Sirius
Thomas Altoft
5
York City
35A
Thomas Conolly
12
Virginia
21
Yorkshire Belle
Sandown
3
Silver Queen
27
Stina
Thomas Leeds
13
Visenda
26
2
Yorkshire Lass
Sandringham
10
Silver Seas
11
Stoke City
26
11
Viva II
Thomsons
13
Young Alfred
Sangarius
8,16
Silver Sky
14
Stonefly
Thora
17
Viviana
Sanson
3
13
36c
Young Cliff
Sindonis
26
Stour
21
Vizalma
Saon
Sir John Baker
32
8
Thornwick Bay
Young Ernie
35
Strathcoe
14
Young Jacob
Sapphire
10
23
Three Kings
Sir John Lister
8
Sappho
Strathderry
Thrifty
9
W.
Young Mon
13
7
3
Sarah Hyde
Sir Richard Grenville
Strath Devon
Thunderstone
36B
5
3
Sir Sydney
2
Strathelliot
12A
Tiger
17
Wagtail
15
Sarah Sarba A. Purdy
14
29
Sir Siren Walter Raleigh
14
19
Tiger (tender)
18
Waldemar
Strathgarry
12A
z.
19
12A
Wallena
Sargasso
2
Strathmaree
24
12
Sirra
Sargon
2
5
Tilburyness
10
Sisapon
Strath Rannock
22
Tilly Duff
12A
Walnut
15
Zaza
35
Titan
14
Waltona
27
Zwartze Zee (Dutch)
Sarna
21
Skidaw
Strathspey
3
26
Walwyns Castle
4
333
Sarpedon
35
16
Strathugie
Token
Skipjack
21
14
Skirmisher
17
Tokyo II
35A
Wanderer II
17
Strive
10
Student Prince
4
22
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by person fire on receipt of new copy. Service. It is to be or destroyed to to
ACCOUNTING BASES.
NOTE.-The liable to alteration programmes at and short prospective notice, movements contained herein
[The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume indicate
taken thereon until confirmation has been and no executive action should are be
their accounting base as shown below.]
obtained from the Admiralty.
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
1.
Bacchante
Page
25
29.
Paragon
24
2.
Badger
13
30.
Pembroke I'
17
3.
Beaver I
16
31.
Pembroke II
17
4.
Beaver II
16
32.
Pembroke IV
17
5.
Boscawen
9
ABBREVIATIONS.
33.
Proserpine
:
28,29
6.
Calliope
23
34.
Pyramus
:
30
Before Name of Ship.
7.
Caroline
7
35.
Racer
:
7
C = Chatham Crew.
8.
Claverhouse
20, 21
36.
Skirmisher
:
4
D = Devonport Crew.
9.
Clio
6
37.
Spartiate
:
18
P = Portsmouth Crew.
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
38.
Torch
:
6
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
11.
Defiance
2
39.
Unicorn II
:
22
12.
Dolphin
Portsmouth
After Name of Ship.
40.
Vernon
8
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
A = Fitted with asdics.
41.
Victory I
8
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
42.
Victory II
8
15.
Eaglet
5
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
43.
Victory III
8
:
16.
Elfin
Portsmouth
C = D.C. equipment only.
44.
Watchful
:
14,15
17.
Excellent
Portsmouth
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
45.
Wildfire
12
18.
Fervent
11
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
46.
Woolwich
28
19.
Flora
26
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
47.
Lochinvar
20
20.
Forte
2
X/S = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
48.
Orlando
18
21.
Fortitude
19
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
49.
Rooke
20
:
22.
Forward
9
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
23.
Fox
27
51.
Nimrod
19
:
24.
Lucifer
3
X/LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertable to Oropesa.
25.
Lynx
10
52.
Trelawney
27
L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
27
53.
Nile
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
26.
Mentor
8
54.
St. Angelo
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
27.
Venon II
-
P.L.
Portland
55.
Cormorant
XN/4.B = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
28.
Osprey
f.o. = Fitting out.
22 20 kw. = Fitted with 20-kw. generators.
NOTE.-In order requested to report should arrive by
to keep the information in respect all of initial accounting allocations bases to up accounting to date
30 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw. generators.
35 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw.
bases Naval and Authorities any subsequent concerned changes are that may be made. Corrections, etc.,
kw. = Fitted with 35-kw. generators. generators.
Saturday in each week.
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CONTENTS:
Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Plymouth,
Pages
Falmouth, Swansea, Barry, Cardiff,
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Penarth, Port Talbot, Milford Haven,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
8-9 Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Striking Forces and Groups.
Portland, Newhaven).
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
35-35A M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
12-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
allocated. with Double L Sweeps but not yet
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Grimsby, Hull, London).
fitting out.
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
.Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
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F.O.S.V.P.
First Sea Lord.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
Second Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
(2) K.S.P.
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller, Deputy.
Lowestoft.
(3) M.D.G.
Fourth Sea Lord.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
(2) M.F.
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
V.C.N.S.
Slough.
(2) N.L.
, Secretary to.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
A.C.N.S.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
P.D.G.
A.C.N.S. (H).
All B.A.Os.
P.M.
Naval Secretary.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
(1) Press Section.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(6) War Registry.
(Air).
F.O.N.P.C.
S.D.G.
E.A.P.
Naval Canteen Service,
S.F.
(3) A.C.R.
N.A.A.F.I.
Sub-War Registry.
(2) A.T.X.
Naval Representative,
Cabinet Office.
Australia House.
Central Copying Branch.
Chart Supplies Division.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
C.C.R.T.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.S.
(5) C.S.A.S.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Depôt, Coventry.
(3) C.W.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
A.S., Chatham.
Rear-Admiral,
(2) D.A.S.
(4) D.A/S.W.
A.S., Devonport.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
D.C.D.
(3) D.E.E.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
R.A., Scapa.
School, Portsmouth.
D.E.W.D.
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.M.S.
Portsmouth.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.A.
(4) D.N.C.
(2) Captain, A/S.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(2) D.N.E.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat.
(5) D.N.O.
D.N.R.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
Devonport.
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
(12) D.O.D.
D. of C.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
Portsmouth.
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
(6) D. of D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth,
D. of L.D.
Rosyth.
Superintending Naval Store
D. of N.
(4) D. of P.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Officer, Chatham.
(7) D. of S.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
(2) V.A.N.P.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
Vice-Admiral,
D. of S.T.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
1st Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
Vice-Admiral,
(7) D.P.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(5) D.P.T.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Wildflower."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
(2) D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. " Boscawen."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
E.F.O.
(2) E.-in-C.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
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be communicated, either directly in H.M. Service. Press, or not to to
person not holding an official position It is to be destroyed
[The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume indicate
by fire on receipt of new copy.
their accounting base as shown below.]
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
Page
NOTE.-The programmes and prospective movements contained herein
1.
Bacchante
25
33.
Proserpine
28,29
liable to alteration at short notice, and no executive action should are be
2.
Badger
13
34.
Pyramus
30
taken thereon until confirmation has been obtained from the Admiralty.
3.
Beaver I
16
35.
Racer
7
4.
Beaver II
16
36.
Skirmisher
:
4
5.
Boscawen
9
37.
Spartiate
..
18
6.
Calliope
23
38.
Torch
- -
6
7.
Caroline
7
39.
Unicorn II
22
ABBREVIATIONS.
8.
Claverhouse
20, 21
40.
Vernon
8
9.
Clio
6
41.
Victory I
8
Before Name of Ship.
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
42.
Victory II
8
C = Chatham Crew.
11.
Defiance
2
43.
Victory III
8
D = Devonport Crew.
12.
Dolphin
Submarine School,
44.
Watchful
15
P = Portsmouth Crew.
Portsmouth
45.
Wildfire
12
..
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
D.S. = Dutch Ship.
46.
Woolwich
28
..
F.S. = French Ship.
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
47.
Lochinvar
20
N.S. = Norwegian Ship.
15.
Eaglet
5
48.
Orlando
18
:
16.
Elfin
Blyth
49.
Rooke
20
After Name of Ship.
17.
Excellent
Gunnery School,
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
A = Fitted with asdics.
Portsmouth
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
51.
Nimrod
19
:
18.
Fervent
11
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
52.
Trelawney
27
19.
Flora
26
C = D.C. equipment only.
53.
Nile
20.
Forte
2
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
54.
St. Angelo
21.
Fortitude
19
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
55.
Cormorant
22..
Forward
9
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
56.
Stag
23.
Fox
27
x/s = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
57.
Sultan
3
P.L.
Lucifer
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
24.
58.
Tamar
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
25.
Lynx
10
59.
Edinburgh
26.
Mentor
27
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
Castle
X/LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertible to Oropesa.
27.
Venon II
8
60.
Lucia
L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
28.
Osprey
Portland
61.
Pursuivant
29.
Paragon
24
62.
Minos
14A
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
30
17
63.
Nemo
14A
Pembroke I
XN/4.B f.o. = = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
64.
Beehive
14B
Pembroke II
17
31.
Fitting out.
32.
Pembroke IV
17
20 22 kw. kw. = Fitted with 20-kw.
30 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw. generators.
order to keep the information in respect of accounting bases to up accounting to date
35 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw. generators.
NOTE.-In concerned are requested to report all initial allocations should arrive by
(1) = = Fitted with 35-kw. generators. generators.
bases Naval and Authorities any subsequent changes that may be made. Corrections, etc.,
Saturday in each week.
Special complement.
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This be communicated, book is the property either directly of H.M. or Government. Its contents
not holding an official position in indirectly H.M. to the Press, are not
by person fire on receipt of new copy. Service. It is to be or destroyed to to
ACCOUNTING BASES.
NOTE.-The liable to alteration programmes at and short prospective notice, and movements contained herein
[The numbers shown in brackets before the name of certain ships in this volume indicate
taken thereon until confirmation has been no executive action should are be
their accounting base as shown below.]
obtained from the Admiralty.
No.
H.M.S.
Page
No.
H.M.S.
1.
Bacchante
Page
25
29.
Paragon
24
2.
Badger
13
30.
Pembroke I'
17
3.
Beaver I
16
31.
Pembroke II
17
4.
Beaver II
16
32.
Pembroke IV
17
5.
Boscawen
9
33.
Proserpine
28,29
ABBREVIATIONS.
6.
Calliope
23
34.
Pyramus
30
7.
Caroline
7
Before Name of Ship.
35.
Racer
:
7
8.
Claverhouse
20, 21
C = Chatham Crew.
36.
Skirmisher
4
9.
Clio
6
D = Devonport Crew.
37.
Spartiate
18
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
P = Portsmouth Crew.
38.
Torch
6
11.
Defiance
2
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
39.
Unicorn II
22
12.
Dolphin
Portsmouth
40.
Vernon
8
After Name of Ship.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
41.
Victory I
8
A = Fitted with asdics.
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
42.
Victory II
8
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
15.
Eaglet
5
43.
Victory III
8
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
16.
Elfin
Portsmouth
44.
Watchful
14, 15
c = D.C. equipment only.
17.
Excellent
Portsmouth
45.
Wildfire
12
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
18.
Fervent
11
46.
Woolwich
28
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
19.
Flora
26
47.
Lochinvar
20
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
20.
Forte
2
48.
Orlando
18
X/S = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
21.
Fortitude
19
Rooke
20
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
49.
Forward
9
22.
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
27
23.
Fox
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
51.
Nimrod
19
3
24.
Lucifer
X/LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertable to Oropesa.
52.
Trelawney
27
10
25.
L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
Lynx
53.
Nile
27
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
26.
Mentor
St. Angelo
P.L.
8
54.
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
27.
Venon II
Portland
55.
Cormorant
XN/4.B f.o. = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
28.
Osprey
= Fitting out.
20 22 kw. = Fitted with 20-kw. generators.
the information in respect of accounting allocations bases to up accounting to date
30 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw.
35 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw. generators.
bases Naval NOTE,-In and Authorities any subsequent order concerned to keep changes are requested that may to be report made. all Corrections, initial etc., should arrive by
kw. If Fitted with 35-kw. generators. generators.
Saturday in each week.
(1) = Special complement.
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Pages
Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Plymouth,
Falmouth, Swansea, Barry, Cardiff,
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Penarth, Port Talbot, Milford Haven,
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
30A-B French Vessels.
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
8-9B Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
Portland, Newhaven).
Striking Forces and Groups.
10-11A Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
35-35B M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
11A-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
with Double L Sweeps but not yet
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
allocated.
Brightlingsea, a Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
Grimsby, Hull, London).
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
fitting out.
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
.Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
(2) N.L.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
Secretary to.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
A.C.N.S.
P.D.G.
All B.A.Os.
A.C.N.S. (H).
P.M.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
Naval Secretary.
(1) Press Section.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
(6) War Registry.
F.O.N.P.C.
(Air).
S.D.G.
Naval Canteen Service,
E.A.P.
S.F.
N.A.A.F.I.
(3) A.C.R.
Sub-War Registry.
Naval Representative,
(2) A.T.X.
Cabinet Office.
Australia House.
Central Copying Branch.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Chart Supplies Division.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.S.
C.C.R.T.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(5) C.S.A.S.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Depôt, Coventry.
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(3) C.W.
A.S., Chatham.
N.O. i/c N. Shields.
(2) D.A.S.
A.S., Devonport.
Rear-Admiral,
(4) D.A/S.W.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
D.C.D.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
D.C.Q.
School, Portsmouth.
R.A., Scapa.
(3) D.E.E.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
D.E.W.D.
Portsmouth.
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.M.S.
(4) D.N.A.
(2) Captain, A/S.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(2) D.N.E.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(5) D.N.O.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat,
Devonport.
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
D.N.R.
(12) D.O.D.
Captain of Dockyard,
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
Portsmouth.
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
D. of C.
(6) D. of D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
Rosyth.
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
D. of L.D.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Superintending Naval Store
D. of N.
(4) D. of P.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
Officer, Chatham.
(7) D. of S.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
(2) V.A.N.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
Vice-Admiral,
D. of S.T.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey.'
1st Cruiser Squadron,
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
Vice-Admiral,
(7) D.P.S.
(5) D.P.T.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. 11 Wildflower."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. " Lynx."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. " Boscawen."
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
E.F.O.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
C.O., H.M.S. Nimrod."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth,
(2) E.-in-C.
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Pages
2-7 Western Approaches Command (Plymouth,
Falmouth, Swansea, Barry, Cardiff,
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Penarth, Port Talbot, Milford Haven,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
8-9 Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Striking Forces and Groups.
Portland, Newhaven).
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
35-35A M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
12-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
allocated. with Double L Sweeps but not yet
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Grimsby, Hull, London).
fitting out.
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
(2) N.L.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
, Secretary to.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
A.C.N.S.
P.D.G.
All B.A.Os.
A.C.N.S. (H).
P.M.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
Naval Secretary.
(1) Press Section.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
(6) War Registry.
F.O.N.P.C.
"
"
(Air).
S.D.G.
Naval Canteen Service,
E.A.P.
S.F.
N.A.A.F.I.
(3) A.C.R.
Sub-War Registry.
Naval Representative,
(2) A.T.X.
Cabinet Office.
Australia House.
Central Copying Branch.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Chart Supplies Division.
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
Park Royal.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
Deptford, S.E.8.
C.C.R.T.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
(5) C.S.A.S.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
Depôt, Coventry.
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
(3) C.W.
A.S., Chatham.
Rear-Admiral,
(2) D.A.S.
A.S., Devonport.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.A/S.W.
A.S., Portsmouth.
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
D.C.D.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
R.A., Scapa.
(3) D.E.E.
School, Portsmouth.
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
D.E.W.D.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
(4) D.M.S.
Portsmouth.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.N.A.
(2) Captain, A/S.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(2) D.N.E.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat.
(5) D.N.O.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
D.N.R.
Devonport.
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
(12) D.O.D.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
D. of C.
Portsmouth.
S.N.S.O., Plymouth,
(6) D. of D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
D. of L.D.
Rosyth.
Superintending Naval Store
D. of N.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
Officer, Chatham.
(4) D. of P.
(3) Commodore, Devonport.
(2) V.A.N.P.
(7) D, of S.
(5) Commodore, Portsmouth.
Vice-Admiral,
1st Cruiser Squadron.
D. of S.T.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
(2) D. of V.
C.O., H.M.S. Osprey."
Vice-Admiral,
(7) D.P.S.
2nd Cruiser Squadron,
C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
(5) D.P.T.S.
C.O., H.M.S. St. Vincent."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(3) D.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Wildflower."
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(4) D.T.M.
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
C.O., H.M.S. Lynx."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
(2) D.T.S.D.
C.O., H.M.S. Boscawen."
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
E.F.O.
(2) E.-in-C.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
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Page
St. Apollo
36c
Semita
Page
6
Sutton
Page
9
9
St. Cathan
Semnos
8
Souvenir
32
Svana
16
Reighton Reigate Wyke
21
St. Celestin
29
Seriola
Trojan
Page
9
14B
Spaniard
12
Svega
35A
Relonzo
35
St. Claire
36
Servitor
Sparsholt
35A
Trophy
2
8
18
Swan II
17
Sethon
Remexo
12A
Spartiate
Troubadour
36B
17
St. Cyrus
13
Sweet Promise
36
Remillo
14
St. Dominica
5
Settsu
14
Speedwell
Troup Ahead
36
29
16
Sevra
Swift Wing
35A
True Accord
19
Renascent
20
St. Donats
37
Speedy
13
Swona
15
St. Elstan
9
Tumby
14A
Rennet
Shako
21
35A
Sphene
36
Sycamore
35A
Tunisian
17
St. George
5
Renzo
Shandwick
9
12A
Spina
9
Sylph
24
Turcoman
14
Resolve
St. Katherine
12
12A
Sharpshooter
5
Spindrift
29
Sylvana
12A
Turquoise
32
Resolvo
St. Kenan
25
8
Shearwater
29
36B
Spinet Spitfire III
17
Syrian
21
Tuscarora
13
Resparko
St. Loman
25
Sheen
31
36c
Syringa
17A
Tweenways
19
Restore
St. Magnus
26
9
Sheldon
28
Spoza
23
8
Trelawney
14
Restrivo
8
Sheldrake
27
21
St. Melante
4
Spranza Springdale Sprig o' Heather
27
Twinkling Star
Retako
35
St. Mellons
30
Shemara
31
20
12A
Revello
10
St. Modwen
9
Shera
9
20
Reverberation
18
St. Nectan
14
Sheraton
35A
Springtide
10
T.
Rezala
3
St. Olaves
9
Shika
14B
Spurs
21
Taeping
Rhodora
5
St. Olive
5
Shila
35A
Stafnes
22
U.
18
Richard Croft
Taipo
14
St. Sunniva
30
Shiona
36
Stalberg
16
9
Tamarisk
Uberty
14
Rig
15
St. Tudno
12A
Shipmates
6
Stalwart
12A
Uberus
36B
St. Wistan
17
Shova
Star of Deveron
8
Tamora
19
Righto
10
15
Rigoletto
36
Star of Hope
28
Taransay
Ugie Bray
24
15
Uiver
19
St. Zeno
36c
Shower
Star of Pentland
36
Tarret
36A
Rime
16
28
10
Ullswater
15
Shusa
25
Salamander
Star of the Realm
37
Tartan
Rinovia
35A
17
Umbriel
14A
8
Salpa
2
Sicyon
Star of Orkney
15
Tea Rose
Rion
29
28
Unicity
14
12
Saltash
16
Signa
Star of the Wave
5
Tehana
Ristango
13
Unicorn II
36B
36
22
River Annam
22
Salvini
Signet
12A
Starlight Ray
11
Tekoura
30
Unitia
29
7
River Esk
27
Salvo (Tug)
Silanion
Staunch
35A
Terje I-V
36c
Utilise
37
19
River Clyde
13
Salvo
35
Silja
14A
Teroma
24
Ut. Prosim
35A
Staunton
10
River Spey
14B
Salvonia
3
Silva
35A
Tervani
22
Utrecht
36A
36
Stefa
River Ytham
36A
Sandown
10
Silver Cloud
Stella Canopus
21
Tessie
36A
2
Riviere
36B
Sandringham
8,16
Silver Crest
15
Stella Capella
13
Tewara
35
Robert Hastie
14B
Sangarius
17
Silver Dawn
Stella Carina
17
Thalia
36
11
Robert Stroud
26
Sanson
35A
Silver Fox
Stella Leonis
13
Thames (Dutch Tug)
23
19
V.
Robin Hood
28
Saon
10
Silver Grey
4
Stella Orion
24
Thames Queen
23
Robina
7
Sapphire
13
Silver Line
27
Stella Pegassi
25
Thaw
26
Vadne
8
Rochebonne
19
11
Stella Polaris
19
The Boys
10
Valena
9
Sappho
3
Silver Queen
Sarah Hyde
Silver Seas
The Brit
15
Valesca
35A
Rodino
16
14
14
Stella Rigel
13
Rogate
Silver Sky
33
The Provost
Vandyck
30
28
9
Sarah A. Purdy
29
26
Stella Sirius
29
3
Sarba
14A
Stina
The Roman
35A
Varanga
Roger Beck
12
Simpson
35A
36B
Varanis
35A
Romany Rose
23
Sargasso
11
Sindonis
32
Stoke City
26
The Tower
29
Vascama
21
Rona
18
Sargon
21
Sir John Baker
8
Stonefly
26
The Way
15
Velia
14
Ronso
16
Sarna
35A
Sir John Lister
19
Stora
36c
Their Merit
35A
8
Velmont
Rooke
20
Saronta
14A
Sir Richard Grenville
2
Stour
13
Thele
18
22
Ventsyssel
Rosa
21
Sarpedon
11
Sir Sydney
14A
Strathcoe
8
Thermopylae
22
25
Venture
Thirlmere
14A
Rosebud
8
Sata
Sir Walter Raleigh
2
Strathderry
23
5
26
Vernal
14
2
Strath Devon
Thomas Altoft
8
Roseden
28
Saturn
Siren
3
12
Vernon II
Rose Emma
12
Saucy
22
Sirra
35A
Strathelliot
14A
Thomas Conolly
9
13
Victoria
32
Rose Haugh
Sawfly
8
Skidaw
21
Strathgarry
14B
Thomas Leeds
11
Victorian
24
8
Rose Hilda
15
Scalby Wyke
30
Skirmisher
4
Strathmaree
14B
Thomsons
17
Victory
7
Rose Valley
30
Scarron
Rosel
Skudd 3, 4, 5 & 6
35A
Strath Rannock
14B
Thora
21
Victrix
14
4
24
Scawfell
6
Strathspey
22
Thornwick Bay
14
Vidonia
36A
Rose Marie
10
Slogan
Viking Bank
3
Sceptre
35A
7
Sluga
Strathugie
3
Three Kings
35A
37
Ross
16
7
Strive
14
Thrifty
36B
Vilda
14A
Ross Ard
Schelde
6
Smeaton
Schievan
23
Student Prince
17
Thunderstone
17
Vindelicia
36B
27
Rotha
9
Snaefell
14B
21
Sturton
22
Tiger
18
Vine
22
Rotherslade
Scomber
37
Snap
Sublime
23
Tiger (tender)
12A
Viola
29
Rowan
23
Scotch Thistle
35A
22
Soika
12A
Tilburyness
14A
Violet Flowers
5
24
Scotia II
Suilven
22
Rowan Tree
18
Solitaire
35A
Tilly Duff
14
Virginia
21
14A
Scott
16
Sukha
Roxano
31
Solomon
Scottish
15
Sulara
5
26
Visenda
2,5
Titan
Royal Charter
36B
25
Solon
35A
35A
Viva II
13
8
Sulla
Token
Royal Eagle
17
Scourge
Viviana
36c
29
Solstice
Tokyo II
Royallieu
12A
12
Scythe
Suma
15
18
6
Tonny
9
Vizalma
14
Song
Seabreeze
35A
Sumba
Royalo
35A
28
8
Sotra
23
23
Topaze
10
Ruby
Seafarer
Summer Rose
28
Southcoates
Rugby
5
Seaflower
36c
Sunbeam II
36A
Torbay II
6
14A
29
Southern Breeze
Runswick Ryde Bay
Seagull
Sunflower IV
Torch
5
35A
14A
25
W.
Southern Chief
Touchstone
5
5
29
Sea Holly
35A
Sunlight
12A
10
35A
Southern Field
Sea King
36c
Tourmaline
27
Sunrise
13
Wagtail
15
37
16
Southern Flower
Sea Lord
35A
Sunnyside Girl
28
Trade Wind
Waldemar
21
11
Southern Foam
Sea Mist
36C
Superman
4
Tranio
19
Wallena
24
16
36C
Supporter
23
Tranquil
27
Southern Gem
Trelawney
9
Walnut
15
S.
Sea Monarch
27
Sabra
Seaman
29
Southern Pride
36C
Surly
7
Sabreur
35
17
Southern Shore
T. R. Ferrens
36A
Waltona Walwyns Castle
4
Secuta
36C
Surprise
36
Sailor King
Seddon
5
36C
Trevo Terceiro
29
Southern Spray
Wanderer II
35
4
Susannah Susarion Jane
2
12
I
St. Adrian
22
Sedulous
Southern Star
36C
17
Tritonia
5
Selkirk
36B
Southern Wave
23
Sutherness
4
Triumph
16
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St. Cathan
Semnos
Souvenir
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Svana
16
Reighton Reigate Wyke
21
8
Trojan
Page
St. Celestin
29
Seriola
9
36
Servitor
14B
Spaniard
12
Svega
35A
Trophy
2
St. Claire
8
Sparsholt
18
Swan II
35A
Relonzo
Troubadour
36B
35
17
Sethon
Spartiate
Sweet Promise
36
Troup Ahead
36
Remexo
17
St. Cyrus
Remillo
St. Dominica
5
12A
13
Settsu
Speedwell
29
Swift Wing
35A
True Accord
19
14
14
Renascent
20
St. Donats
16
Sevra
Speedy
13
Swona
15
Tumby
14A
37
Rennet
21
St. Elstan
9
Shako
35A
Sphene
36
Sycamore
35A
Tunisian
17
Renzo
St. George
5
9
Shandwick
12A
9
Sylph
24
Turcoman
14
Spina
12A
32
Resolve
St. Katherine
12
12A
Sharpshooter
5
Spindrift
29
Sylvana
Turquoise
St. Kenan
25
Shearwater
21
Resolvo
8
29
Spinet Spitfire III
17
Syrian
Tuscarora
13
Resparko
St. Loman
25
Sheen
17A
19
36B
31
36c
Syringa
Tweenways
9
26
8
14
Restore
St. Magnus
Sheldon
28
Spoza
23
Trelawney
27
Restrivo
21
St. Melante
8
Sheldrake
4
27
Twinkling Star
Spranza Springdale Sprig o' Heather
20
Retako
35
St. Mellons
30
Shemara
31
12A
Revello
10
St. Modwen
9
Shera
9
20
Reverberation
18
St. Nectan
14
Sheraton
35A
Springtide
10
T.
Rezala
3
St. Olaves
9
Shika
14B
Spurs
21
Taeping
Rhodora
22
U.
5
St. Olive
5
Shila
35A
Stafnes
18
Richard Croft
Taipo
16
St. Sunniva
30
Shiona
36
Stalberg
Uberty
14
14
9
Tamarisk
12A
Uberus
Rig
15
St. Tudno
12A
Shipmates
Stalwart
19
6
8
Tamora
Righto
St. Wistan
17
Shova
10
Star of Deveron
15
Ugie Bray
24
Rigoletto
36B
28
Taransay
15
Uiver
19
St. Zeno
36c
Shower
Star of Hope
36A
36
Salamander
Star of Pentland
36
Tarret
10
Ullswater
Rime
25
16
Rinovia
Shusa
28
15
35A
Star of the Realm
37
Tartan
17
Umbriel
14A
8
Salpa
2
Rion
Sicyon
Unicity
29
Star of Orkney
15
Tea Rose
28
14
12
Saltash
16
Signa
Star of the Wave
5
Tehana
13
Unicorn II
22
Ristango
River Annam
22
Salvini
36B
Signet
36
11
Tekoura
30
Unitia
7
River Esk
Silanion
29
27
Salvo (Tug)
12A
Starlight Ray
35A
Terje I-V
36c
Utilise
19
37
Staunch
Salvo
35
Silja
14A
Teroma
24
Ut. Prosim
10
River Clyde
13
35A
Staunton
River Spey
14B
Salvonia
3
Silva
35A
Tervani
22
Utrecht
36A
36
Stefa
River Ytham
36A
Sandown
10
Silver Cloud
Stella Canopus
21
Tessie
36A
2
Riviere
36B
Sandringham
8,16
Silver Crest
13
Tewara
35
15
Stella Capella
Robert Hastie
14B
Sangarius
17
Silver Dawn
17
Thalia
36
11
Stella Carina
Robert Stroud
26
Sanson
35A
Silver Fox
13
Thames (Dutch Tug)
23
V.
19
Stella Leonis
Robin Hood
28
Saon
10
Silver Grey
24
Thames Queen
23
4
Stella Orion
Vadne
8
Robina
7
13
Silver Line
Thaw
26
Sapphire
Stella Pegassi
25
10
Valena
9
27
Rochebonne
19
Sappho
3
Silver Queen
Stella Polaris
19
The Boys
11
15
Valesca
35A
Rodino
16
14
Silver Seas
13
The Brit
30
Sarah Hyde
14
Stella Rigel
The Provost
28
Vandyck
33
29
Rogate
9
Sarah A. Purdy
29
Silver Sky
26
Stella Sirius
35A
Varanga
Roger Beck
3
Sarba
12
Simpson
35A
The Roman
35A
14A
Stina
36B
Varanis
Romany Rose
23
Sargasso
11
26
The Tower
21
Sindonis
32
Stoke City
29
Vascama
Rona
18
Sargon
21
Sir John Baker
8
Stonefly
26
The Way
14
15
Velia
Ronso
Sarna
36c
Their Merit
35A
16
35A
Sir John Lister
19
Stora
8
Velmont
18
Rooke
20
Saronta
14A
Sir Richard Grenville
2
Stour
13
Thele
22
Ventsyssel
22
Rosa
21
Sarpedon
11
Sir Sydney
14A
Strathcoe
8
Thermopylae
25
Venture
14A
Rosebud
8
5
2
Strathderry
23
Thirlmere
Sir Walter Raleigh
26
Vernal
Sata
8
Roseden
28
Saturn
Siren
2
Strath Devon
3
Thomas Altoft
12
Vernon II
9
Rose Emma
14
Thomas Conolly
13
Victoria
12
Saucy
22
Sirra
35A
Strathelliot
14A
32
Rose Haugh
24
8
Strathgarry
14B
Thomas Leeds
11
Victorian
8
Rose Hilda
Sawfly
Skidaw
21
15
Scalby Wyke
4
14B
Thomsons
Strathmaree
17
Victory
7
Rose Valley
30
Skirmisher
30
14B
Thora
21
Victrix
14
Scarron
4
Skudd 3, 4, 5 & 6
35A
Strath Rannock
Rosel
24
Scawfell
6
Strathspey
22
Thornwick Bay
14
Vidonia
36A
Rose Marie
10
Slogan
Viking Bank
3
Ross
Sceptre
7
Sluga
35A
Strathugie
3
Three Kings
35A
37
7
Strive
14
Thrifty
36B
Vilda
14A
Ross Ard
16
Schelde
6
Smeaton
27
Schievan
17
Thunderstone
17
Vindelicia
36B
Rotha
23
9
Snaefell
Student Prince
18
Vine
22
14B
Scomber
21
Sturton
22
Rotherslade
Tiger Tiger (tender)
Viola
29
37
Snap
23
12A
Rowan
23
Scotch Thistle
35A
Sublime
Violet Flowers
5
22
Soika
24
22
Tilburyness
14A
Rowan Tree
Scotia II
12A
Suilven
18
Tilly Duff
14
Virginia
21
Solitaire
Roxano
14A
Scott
16
Sukha
35A
Visenda
2,5
36B
31
Solomon
15
Sulara
5
Titan
26
Scottish
17
Solon
35A
Viva II
13
Royal Charter
25
Scourge
8
Sulla
35A
Token
Viviana
36c
Royal Eagle
Tokyo II
18
12A
29
Solstice
Royallieu
Scythe
12
Suma
15
14
6
Song
35A
Sumba
35A
Tonny
9
Vizalma
Royalo
Seabreeze
8
28
Sotra
Ruby
Seafarer
Summer Rose
Topaze
10
23
23
Rugby
28
Southcoates
36C
36A
Torbay II
6
5
Seaflower
Sunbeam II
14A
Sunflower IV
14A
Torch
5
29
Southern Breeze
W.
Ryde Runswick Bay
Seagull
35A
29
Southern Chief
Touchstone
25
5
5
Sea Holly
35A
Sunlight
12A
10
35A
36C
Sunrise
37
Tourmaline Trade Wind
27
Southern Field
Wagtail
15
Sea King
13
Southern Flower
28
Waldemar
21
Sea Lord
16
35A
Sunnyside Girl
11
36C
Superman
4
Tranio
19
Wallena
24
Sea Mist
Southern Foam
S.
Southern Gem
23
Tranquil
27
Walnut
15
Sea Monarch
16
36C
Supporter
9
27
Sabra
Seaman
29
Southern Pride
36C
Surly
7
Trelawney
36A
Waltona Walwyns Castle
Sabreur
35
Secuta
17
Southern Shore
36C
Surprise
36
T. R. Ferrens
4
2
Trevo Terceiro
29
Wanderer II
Sailor King
35
Seddon
5
Southern Spray
36C
12
St. Adrian
22
Sedulous
4
Southern Star
36C
Susannah Susarion Jane
17
Tritonia
5
Selkirk
36B
Southern Wave
23
Sutherness
4
Triumph
16
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No.
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25
Page
31.
taken thereon until obtained from the Admiralty.
1.
Pembroke II
17
Badger
13
2.
32.
Pembroke IV
17
3.
Beaver I
16
33.
Proserpine
28,29
Beaver II
16
4.
34.
Pyramus
30
5.
Boscawen
9
35.
Racer
7
Calliope
23
6.
36.
Skirmisher
4
7.
Caroline
7
37.
Spartiate
18
ABBREVIATIONS.
8.
Claverhouse
20, 21
38.
Torch
6
Clio
6
Before Name of Ship.
9.
39.
Unicorn II
22
C = Chatham Crew.
10.
Cochrane II
Rosyth
40.
Vernon
8
D = Devonport Crew.
Defiance
2
11.
41.
Victory I
8
P = Portsmouth Crew.
12.
Dolphin
Submarine School,
Portsmouth
42.
Victory II
8
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
43.
Victory III
8
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
After Name of Ship.
Plymouth
44.
Watchful
14, 15
14.
Drake IV
A = Fitted with asdics.
Wildfire
12
5
45.
15.
Eaglet
Woolwich
28
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
Elfin
Blyth
46.
16.
Gunnery School,
47.
Lochinvar
20
A/A = Anti Aircraft.
17.
Excellent
C = D.C. equipment only.
Portsmouth
48.
Orlando
18
20
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
11
18.
49.
Rooke
Fervent
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
26
19.
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
Flora
19
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
2
20.
Forte
51.
Nimrod
X/S = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
27
19
21.
52.
Trelawney
Fortitude
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
9
53.
Nile
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
22.
Forward
27
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
Fox
54.
St. Angelo
23.
3
Lucifer
55.
Cormorant
X/LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertable to Oropesa.
24.
10
56.
Stag
P.L.
L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
25.
Lynx
27
57.
Sultan
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
26.
Mentor
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
8
58.
Tamar
27.
Venon II
XN/4.B = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
Portland
59.
Edinburgh
Castle
28.
f.o. = Fitting out.
Osprey
24
20 22 kw. = Fitted with 20-kw. generators.
29.
Paragon
17
30 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw. generators.
30.
Pembroke I
35 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw. generators.
kw. = Fitted with 35-kw. generators.
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Penarth, Port Talbot, Milford Haven,
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Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
Birkenhead, Fleetwood, Holyhead,
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
8-9A Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Striking Forces and Groups.
Portland, Newhaven).
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
35-35A M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting
12-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
allocated. with Double L Sweeps but not out, yet
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
Grimsby, Hull, London).
fitting out.
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
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Captain of Dockyard,
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D.N.R.
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Captain of Dockyard:rtsmouth.
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D. of S.T.
(3) (5) Commodore, H.M.S. Portsmouth. Excellent."
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Vice-Admiral, Dover.
(3) D.S.D.
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
(4) D.T.M.
C.O., H.M.S. " Boscawen." Vernon."
H.M.S.
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
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No.
NOTE.-The programmes and prospective movements contained herein are
H.M.S.
1.
Bacchante
Page
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No.
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H.M.S.
Page
taken thereon until confirmation has been obtained from the Admiralty.
2.
Badger
31.
Pembroke II
13
17
3.
Beaver I
32.
16
Pembroke IV
17
4.
Beaver II
33.
16
Proserpine
28, 29
5.
Boscawen
34.
Pyramus
9
30
6.
Calliope
35.
Racer
23
7
7.
Caroline
36.
Skirmisher
7
4
8.
Claverhouse
37.
Spartiate
ABBREVIATIONS.
20, 21
18
9.
Clio
38.
Torch
6
6
Before Name of Ship.
10.
Cochrane II
39.
Unicorn II
Rosyth
22
C = Chatham Crew.
11.
Defiance
40.
Vernon
8
2
D = Devonport Crew.
12.
Dolphin
41.
Submarine School,
Victory I
8
P = Portsmouth Crew.
Portsmouth
42.
Victory II
8
[1] = Numbers in brackets correspond with Accounting Bases on opposite page.
13.
Drake II
Plymouth
43.
Victory III
8
14.
Drake IV
Plymouth
44.
Watchful
After Name of Ship.
14, 15
A = Fitted with asdics.
15.
Eaglet
5
45.
Wildfire
12
a = Partially fitted with asdics.
16.
Elfin
Blyth
46.
Woolwich
28
A/A
= Anti Aircraft.
17.
Excellent
Gunnery School,
47.
Lochinvar
20
Portsmouth
C
= D.C. equipment only.
48.
Orlando
18
D = Ships fitted with D.G. equipment.
18.
Fervent
11
49.
Rooke
20
F = Motor Fishing Vessels.
19.
Flora
26
50.
Dunluce Castle
28
X = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep.
20.
Forte
2
51.
Nimrod
19
x/s = Operates Mark I, Mark II or Mark II* sweep fitted to tow skid.
21.
Fortitude
19
52.
Trelawney
27
S = Fitted to tow skid only.
9
53.
Nile
22.
Forward
X/M = Equipped with Magnetic sweep (Trawlers carry Mark II sweep in addition).
27
54.
St. Angelo
X/A = Fitted to operate Double A sweep.
23.
Fox
55.
Cormorant
X/LL = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep and convertible to Oropesa.
3
24.
Lucifer
56.
Stag
L/L = Fitted to carry and tow Double L sweep but NOT convertible to Oropesa.
10
25.
Lynx
57.
Sultan
P.L.
E/S = Fitted with Echo Sounding.
27
T/W = Fitted with Taut Wire Gear.
26.
Mentor
58.
Tamar
8
27.
Venon II
59.
Edinburgh
XN/4.B f.o. = Fitted with Bow Defence Gear appropriate to class.
Castle
Portland
= Fitting out.
28.
Osprey
60.
Lucia
20 kw. = Fitted with 20-kw. generators.
24
61.
Pursuivant
29.
Paragon
30 22 kw. = Fitted with 22-kw. generators.
17
35 kw. = Fitted with 30-kw. generators.
30.
Pembroke I
kw. = Fitted with 35-kw. generators.
the information in respect all of initial accounting allocations bases to up accounting to date
(1) = Special complement.
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CONTENTS:
Pages
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Pages
28-30 Orkneys and Shetlands (Scapa, Kirkwall,
Barrow, Belfast, Larne).
Birkenhead, Holyhead,
Lerwick, Sullom Voe).
31-34 Auxiliary A/S Vessels. Summaries of
8-9A Portsmouth Command (Portsmouth,
Portland, Newhaven).
Striking Forces and Groups.
10-11 Dover Command (Dover, Ramsgate).
35-35A M/S Vessels requisitioned and fitting out,
12-17A Nore Command (Chatham, Sheerness,
allocated. with Double L Sweeps but not yet
Thames and Medway, Harwich,
Brightlingsea, Lowestoft, Yarmouth,
Grimsby, Hull, London).
36 Oropesa, Dan-laying and C.C. Vessels
fitting out.
18-27 Rosyth Command (Greenock, Ardrossan,
Campbeltown, Rosyth, Port Edgar,
36A-36c Vessels fitting out for various Services.
Leith, Granton, Dundee, Tyne,
N.Shields, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Blyth,
37 Boom Vessels requisitioned and fitting
Aberdeen, Peterhead, Invergordon,
out. Rescue Tugs-Summary of.
Aultbea, Port Z.A., Stornoway, Oban).
38 Index.
DISTRIBUTION.
(One copy unless otherwise stated.)
First Lord.
F.O.S.V.P.
C.O., H.M.S. Greenwich."
First Sea Lord.
(2) Hydrographer.
Commodore i/c, Sheerness.
Second Sea Lord.
(2) K.S.P.
(6) Commodore Patrol Service,
Controller.
(20) M. (and for I.P.).
Lowestoft.
Controller, Deputy.
(3) M.D.G.
Deputy Naval Store Officer,
Fourth Sea Lord.
(2) M.F.
H.M. Compass Observatory,
Fifth Sea Lord.
N.
Slough.
V.C.N.S.
F.O.C., North Atlantic.
(2) N.L.
, Secretary to.
F.O.C., Orkneys and Shetlands.
Officer-in-Charge, W/T Room.
A.C.N.S.
All B.A.Os.
P.D.G.
All F.Os. i/c, at Home.
A.C.N.S. (H).
P.M.
All N.Os. i/c, at Home.
Naval Secretary.
(1) Press Section.
F.O.N.P.C.
(2) N.A. to 2nd Sea Lord.
(6) War Registry.
Naval Canteen Service,
(Air).
S.D.G.
N.A.A.F.I.
E.A.P.
S.F.
Naval Representative,
(3) A.C.R.
Sub-War Registry.
Australia House.
(2) A.T.X.
Cabinet Office.
(2) Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
Central Copying Branch.
Chart Supplies Division.
(4) C.-in-C., Home Fleet.
Depôt, Royal Victoria Yard,
(2) C.-in-C., Mediterranean.
Deptford, S.E.S.
Park Royal.
Naval Store Officer, R.N. Store
C.C.R.T.
(2) C.-in-C., Nore.
(3) C.-in-C., Western Approaches.
Depôt, Coventry.
(5) C.S.A.S.
Naval Store Officer, Invergordon.
C.S.O. to C.N.S.
(4) C.-in-C., Portsmouth.
N. O. i/c N. Shields.
(3) C.-in-C., Rosyth.
(3) C.W.
Rear-Admiral,
A.S., Chatham.
Battle Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D.A.S.
A.S., Devonport.
Rear-Admiral (D), H.F.
(4) D.A/S.W.
A.S., Portsmouth.
D.C.D.
Captain, H.M. Navigation
R.A., Scapa.
D.C.Q.
School, Portsmouth.
(2) Vice-Admiral (S).
(3) D.E.E.
Captain, H.M. Signal School,
R.A.(O) A.C.H.Q., Plymouth.
D.E.W.D.
Portsmouth.
(2) R.N. Air Station, Donibristle.
(4) D.M.S.
R.N. Air Station, Ford.
(2) Captain, A/S.
(4) D.N.A.
Captain i/c, Harwich.
R.N. Air Station, Lee-on-Solent.
(4) D.N.C.
Captain i/c, Port Edgar.
R.N. Air Station, Worthy Down.
(11) D.N.I. (7 extra for B.N.L.Os.).
(2) D.N.E.
Captain of Dockyard, Chatham.
R.N. Aux. Hosp., Kingseat.
Captain of Dockyard,
S.A.S.O., Rochester.
(5) D.N.O.
Devonport.
R.N. War Comforts Committee.
S.D.G. Portsmouth.
D.N.R.
Captain of Dockyardortsmouth.
S.N.S.O., Plymouth.
(12) D.O.D.
Chief of Staff to C.-in-C.,
S.N.S.O., Portsmouth.
D. of C.
Rosyth.
Superintending Naval Store
(6) D. of D.
Officer, Chatham.
D. of L.D.
(6) Commodore, Chatham.
D. of N.
Commodore, Devonport.
(2) V.A.N.P. Vice-Admiral,
(4) D. of P.
(5) (3) Commodore, Portsmouth.
1st Cruiser Squadron.
(7) D. of S.
C.O., H.M.S. Excellent."
Vice-Admiral,
D. of S.T.
H.M.S. Osprey."
2nd Cruiser Squadron.
(2) D. of V.
C.O., C.O., H.M.S. St. George."
V.A., 18th Cruiser Squadron.
(7) D.P.S.
(5) D.P.T.S.
C.O., C.O., H.M.S. " Wildflower."
H.M.S. St. Vincent.'
R.A. 18th Cruiser Squadron,
Vice-Admiral, Dover.
(3) D.S.D.
(2) C.O., H.M.S. Vernon."
C.O., C.O., H.M.S. " Boscawen."
H.M.S. Lynx."
Vice-Admiral, Malta.
(4) D.T.M.
Boom Defence Depôt, Rosyth.
(2) D.T.S.D.
B
E.F.O.
(2) E.-in-C.
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Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
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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Lieutenant Alexander Harper Turner,
Skipper George Hattan, W.S.3022, REED.
Skipper William Francis
L Sub-Lieutenant John Kenneth Barton
Miles, R. R.V.R.,
Sub-Lieutenant Robert Walter Timbrell, R.C.N., H.M.M.M.M.
Lieutenant Robert Hunter Irving, R.N.R., TRITON.
Sub-Lieutenant George Arthur Gabbett-Mulhallen, E.M.B. R.N.,
Lieutenant Charles Waterland Read, R.N.R., VERNON Motor Boat I, etc.
BONNIE HEATHER.
Sub-Lieutenant William Ronald Williams, R.N., Motor Boat
Sub-Lieutenant John Cambridge Clarke, R.N.V.R., Etc. Motor
SWALLOW,
Captain Master, W. Thompson, S.S. DORIEN ROSE.
Boat RAPIDE.
Chief Engineer B. Murphy, S.S. DORIEN ROSE.
Ans kvimate, T.O. Hanlon S.S. DORIEN ROSE.
Captana Master, J. Freyer Tug FOREMOST Thames 87. Cockle Boat Flotilla.
Sub-Lieutenant Michael Herbert Bernard Soloman, R.N.V.R.,
&
Lieutenant Commander Stratford Hercules Dennis, R.N.,
Lieutenant Christopher William Stuart Dreyer, Base, R.N.,
Commanding M.T.B. Dover.
Lieutenant Donald Terry McBarnet, R.N., M..T.B. Dutch 102. Skoot
Sea Cadet Lieutenant Harry Sidmouth-Willing, H.M.S. DOGGERSBANK. Dutch Skoot
Lieutenant Frederick Thomas Renny, H.M.S. R.N.R., HILDA. Dutch Skoot
Engineer Mr. J. Crockett, - BIARRITZ.
H.M.S. HONDSRUG.
Captarize Master, Charles Archibald Hancock,
Captain Master, Ernest Leonard Hill, CANTERBURY.
Captain Master, Robert Mallum McLean, Hospital Personnel GUERNSEY. Carrier ISLE GEORGE OF
Captaus Master, Reginald Richard Pittman, Transport
Captained Master, William Oswald Young, H.M. Ship LEVENWOOD. KING
Second Second Officer Frank Edward Martin, - St. - ST. Helier. HELIER
xv Sub Acting Chief Able hightenant Seaman Engineer Officer Allan Seaman Watterson, Ronald Thirwall, - TYNWALD Medal. C/JX. H.M.S. - ROYAL 139421,
HARVESTER DAFFOD
(Cook) J.H. Elton, LT/JX.180250, H.M.S. MOSQUITO. R.N. Patro
Service,
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Sub.
Lt.
Don
reported
efloat. later He did went not in render abandoning unserviceable "YSER" which he could not
308
im.
He the Army M.B's and showed for much which keenness. I admonished
Sub. Lt. Liddell R.N. Took charge of"Bonny Heather"
Sub. Lt. Mac Intyre. Took charge of S/D "FAIRBURN".
Mr. Butler. I/C"LAROIC
X 209 Sub.Lt. W.R. Williams, R.N.R.
up. Sub. Made Lt. G.N. excuses Blake, for R.N.V.R., not H.M.S. VERNON. Bad case of
ut aving ind picked in charge up R.A.F. of Admiral Officer going, from sea., returned Considered 3 hours after departure
warrant him back. Barge again and sent him it to inadvisable office to get to
asten this was supposed to Reported be no water. Gave in speedboat to
Wippingham her to Dunkirk. paddle steamer arrived p.m. Visited
ommander S Powell, R.N.R. last night's trip Mde by order Flotilla to use Drifters sea water, under
"MAIE
1 Trip.
"SARAH HYDE"
"TWEENWAYS"
1 Trip.
"UNI
1 Trip.
"RIGG"
1 Trip.
"JACK EVE"
2 Trips.
"THREE KINGS"
1 Trip.
2 Trips.
"JACINTA" reported sunk on Goodwin and abandoned, officers name
ot noted, was seen floating near RAMSGATE next day when one of the
rawlersof same company went out and fetched her. Regret no record of
his ship's name.
Block Ship party: Lt. Lloyd R.N.
Sub. Lt. Satterford.
Sub Lt. Don.
Sub Lt. E.R. Davis, R.N.R.
Sub Lt. Mulholland
Sub Lt. cantron
?
This party was not required taking off block ship officers,
hough they were ready, instead they worked at Dunkirk ferrying.
Mr. Sidmouth-Welling, Sea Cadet Lt, showed great keenness and was
ways to the fore to get over to Dunkirk.
Dr. Wrighinneve. rain Mouth Street, W. 1. did one trip in"CAIRNGORM".
m K Common Chantry ashbyRd waltn Searomer
The Averatich were unarmed showed great keenness in
towing over amilite "PRIMA", "DUKE", "PRINCESS master 2
ТЛЬ WALLISE_6IUR & Sons, Dagenham Dock, Essex. It is
they Benefit. owners for their willing and gallant
111. 61 tieds 30.2.
US. whelle BUBOR Shere: - Gordon Thomas, 4, Berners Street, London,
ISCS.). Har 1181 mizza herive, Wembley Park., Wm.Joseph Fir Mason, Tree Road, 55, Oakley Banstead, Gdns,
Mark son, R.N.V.R., Moorings,
HOUDS: Groanitz lavendoned Brook, Glen Haven, Taplow.
toegr. Ebrecume nder Admiral Capt. Taylor: Hammond took command of the 4 school.
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Lt. Commander Miller. DSV
DV 26 BLUEBIRD.
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Inprove 124 100.
220
- 235
H.M.S. "VERNON".
portsmouth.
6th June, 1940.
From: ACTING LTRIFT. Galls P.U.V.R.
Dynam. 12th 3234 1185
$15 VERRON.
PORTSHOUTH
8th June, 1940.
mit the following
as "BEN & LUCY" and
Report of Movements of "DORIENTA" and
Tuesday, June 4th.
"BEN LUCY".
IS received from
Id from "VERION"
To: 136/49.
tay aboard "BST & LUCY",
DOVER, HE VICE ADMIRAL,
its.
rul, the visibility very
(Copy to:- The Commander-in-Chief,
we passed Dover
Portsmouth).
at 1645. I reported
I to stand by for orders,
us day.
reference to
General Order 1700.
by,
I
received
orders
lag boats in tow,
L1 craft). We proceeded
1 to the remainder of the
Magerton
Low. At 2000 # were
to Dunkirk channel when
1 us from the East flying
our fighters and driven aff,
CAPTAIN.
had been dropped among the
lerve that two vessels were
. vessel was towed back)
med was sunk. During this
our two machine cune, the
VICE ADMIRAL
ed by one of our fighters.
we proceeded into the channel
1940
kirk harbour at 2100,
00 fathers. I ordered both
$ the boats in shore with
ships if possible.
on the boats were inshore
and the bay, I therefore
INSTA" to return
independently as soon as she was loaded.
R.N. V.R. who requested a tow as his engines had been I disabled
I was then hailed by H.M.D. "FEASABLE", Lt. Turner
by a shell, I replied that I would do so as soon as had filled
with troops.
As my four boats were returning I observed that
one was destroyed by a shell.
boat control officers who ordered my boats to boat return which
While embarking the troops I vas hailed by a power to
name beach closes also with troops, to tow these "DORIENTA" boats to
the containing to the harbour. I instructed a motor the
position and I prosumed indicated. that she had proceeded as previously
alongside me, At this stage contact with directed. was broken

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Dynam 124 100.
220
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H.M.S. "VERNON".
PORTSMOUTH.
h
6th June, 1940.
ACTING LIEUT. Gollo nas, R.N.V.R.
CAPTAIN, H.M.S. "VERNON".
I have the honour to submit the following
rt of the movements of Hello Drifters "BEN & LUCY" and
IDENTA" from Wednesday May 29th to Tuesday, June 4th.
In accordance with orders received from
hander-in-Chief, Portsmouth, I sailed from "VERITON"
th Pier at 2400 on Wednesday, 29th May aboard "BRIT & LUCY",
INTA" in company, bound for Ramsgate.
The passage was uneventful, the visibility very
At 1405 on Thursday, 30th May, we passed Dover
iving at anchor off Ramsgate Harbour at 1645. I reported
Naval Officer in Charge and was told to stand by for orders,
ch were not given until the following day.
At 1350 on Friday 3kst May, I received orders
proceed to Dunkirk taking four pulling boats in tow,
ORIENTA" in company also towing small craft). We proceeded
route 15 We Our speed was adjusted to the remainder of the
ege 'Armada' which was necessarily slow. At 2000 # were
st to the North of the West entrance to Dunkirk channel when
large force of enemy bombers attacked us from the Hast flying
high altitude; they were engaged by our fighters and driven are,
t not before a large mumber of bombs had been dropped among the
a H.M.D. "FAIRBRESZ" which Iwas informed was sunk. During this
ruck, namely, H.M.D. "LORD HOOD" (this vessel was towed back)
sembled shipping. I was able to observe that two vessels were
tack I engaged one dive bomber with our two machine guns, the
ither of two units was damaged and we proceeded into the channel
struction of this machine was completed by one of our fighters.
preaching the shore to a depth of three fathoms. I ordered with both
riving are my the bay to the East of Dunkirk harbour at 2100,
structions to return to their parent ships if possible.
V vessels to slip their boats and sent the boats in shore
ept enemy my ship moving and instructed "DORISITTA"
he commenced shelling the beach and the bay, to return I
It was now dark, and when the boats were therefore inshore
ndependently as soon as she was loaded.
then hailed by HaM.D. "FEASABLE", disabled Lt. Turner
J N.V.R. a shell, who I requested replied that I would do so as soon as filled
I was a tow as his engines had been I had
with troops.
As my four boats were returning I observed that
one was destroyed by a shell.
While officers who ordered my boats a motor to boat which
embarking the troops I vas hailed by return a power to
boat the containing control the harbour. I instructed boats to the
name alongaide me, At this stage contact directed. was broken
beach closes to also with troops, to tow with these "DORISMTA"
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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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Depramen 203.
342
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.
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10.
we could have taken more. There was
At about 0030 we had a good 10ad, althouch
the arrival of the troops and there were ships
waiting to get alongside, so I decided, after
and "BORNRIF" following independently.
consulting Tromp, to 80 with what I had - #HORNSRUG"
11.
There was no shelling or bo bingof the part
of either the harbour the where we were, and no incident to reports
in harbour on the return journey.
12.
well taped beforehand, and nothing left to chance.
The officers of the ship had their organisatic
shewed great judgment.
The C.O. Licut. Wise only joined the day before, and
Licut. de Mornay, R.N. came as a volunteer to
His pilot me to harbour having made several recent trips.
of the service was invaluable. I took over the handling
and leaving, not that I doubted Wise's capacity,
ship at the entrance of Durikerque, both entering
but because the importance of accurate handling was
such that I preferred to have it in my own hands.
13.
I have made no recommendations in respect of
this operation in view of the fact that the S ips were
at ano time under fire, whereas the majority of ships
taking part were continually bombed and shelled.
PT
&
0
VIV
14
4
2
I have the honour to be Sir,
12 JUN 1940
H.M.S. M 2745/636 VERNON
Your obedient servant,
(SHammd
CO ANDER R.
II.
No: 211/27.
THE VICE ADMIRAL,
DOVER.
(Copy to:-
The Commander-in-Chief, H.M.Ships & Vessels, Ports
Portsmouth General Order 1700.
Submitted, with reference to Confidential
H.M.S. "VERNON",
PORTSMOUTH.
13th June, 1940.
Magerton
CAPTAIN.
VICE ADMIRAL
15 JUN 1940
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Deprover 162
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The Commanding Officer,
HMS "Vernon".
From. Commanding Office
HMS "Bystand
lsv. June 1940.
leport upon the action of seaman cook J.H.N. Elton (RM.
Patrol Service) in reseuring survivors from Hins King
Deparms 1,62 152 157
The Commanding officer.
From
HMS "Vernon"
HMS "Bystander"
1-6- 40.
in of
this
I beg to submit the enclosed report to you upon the
word
riseworthy action of one of my ctew, I. Elton, cook on
about
rd this ship, in diving into the water to assist in
cuing twenty survivors of the troop transport "King
1 off Dunkisk in the early hours of Thursday 30th
process
y.
dens for
As this man was manily responsible for the saving
these officers and men, I submit his name be
at
sidered for an award.
to HARS
I am. yours obsedintly,
ger of
H.J. Bange ( Lub. lt., RNVR)
the dog
Commanding Office.
attempt

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153
The Commanding Officer,
HMS "Vernon".
From Commanding Office,
HMS "Bystander."
Isv. June 1940.
Report upon the action of seaman cook J.H.H. Elton (RM.
Patrol Service) in reseuring survivors from Hims King
Orry on 30st cllay 1940.
"
Sir,
I beg to submit the following report upon the action of
man cook J.H.H. Elton. a member of the of this
ship, when this ship was engaged in reseuring survivors
HMS "King Orly: when she foundared off Dunkirk at about
+5 30 th ellay, 1940.
This ship. an echo-sounding vessel was in the process
refitting at Ramsgate when she was given route orders for
unkink to assist in transporting troops to England.
During this operation. I arrived at Dumkink at
30 of 29th ellay 1940 I was instructed to proceed to HMS
ing Pry" and take off her arew as she was in danger of
bundering as a result of a bombing raid earlier in the day.
the Commanding officer of King Drry : however, decided to attempt

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Syramo
Dynam 212
1230
1572
Vice-Admival,
From. Commanding Officer,
Dover.
(leho-smunding york)
HMS Bryetandar.
10d June. 1940.
Report on operation Dynama In accordance with
Confidential Portsmouth general Grder 1y00. (6.fume19100)
(bopy to bim b., Portimouth).
Dyram 167 158
of refilting since 14 th allay
H.M.S. 'VERNON,'
PORTSMOUTH.
:
I gave instructions that
4th June, 1940.
00, 29.00 allay. I had the
Report on action of Seaman Cook J.H.H.
ELTON in rescuing survivors from
have and every available
H.M.S. "KING ORRY".
troops.
II.
it four daifters of the olline-
No: 211/22.
The Commander-in-Chief,
H. M.Ships & Vessels,
)
and entered Dunkink
Portsmouth.
Submitted.
who was temporarily in
and I steamed up the
*
COMMANDER-IN-CHISE JUN
Sgalon CAPTAIN.
00 escertain the depth of
PORTSMOUTH:
- to the town. I received
III
No. 5400/42
VICE ADMIRAL, DOVER.
Referred with reference 1940. to
t of Has King Only as
your message 2001 of 4th June,
As the Commanding
OF ADDRESS 4. hace
Portsmouth. 940. 10JUN 1940 for Amiral.
reded to two of the cline-
7th June,
*
DOVERO

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339
From Actual A. 317
RNVR.
To. Captain H.M.S. Veriou
H.M.S. "VERNON",
Binfel uss
Portsmouth.
5th June 1940.
H.M.S. "VERNON,"
311
PORTSMOUTH.
8th June, 1940.
Report of Movements of "DORIENTA" and
"BEN LUCY".
unit the following
ifters *HEN & LUCY" and
136/49.
a to Tuesday, June 4th.
VICE ADMIRAL,
OVER.
rs received from
(Copy to:- The Commander-in-Chief,
sailed from "VERNON"
Portsmouth).
29th May aboard *300 &
nd for Remogate.
ful, the visibility Tory
Submitted with reference to
May we passed Dover
onfidential Portsmouth General Order 1700
arbour at 1645. I
ge and was told to stand
en until the following
è
Maelon
May I received orders
pulling boats in tow,
: small craft). No
CAPTAIN.
peed was adjusted to the
Loh was necessarily slow.
1 of the West entrance to
VICE AD MIRAL 1940
10 of enemy bombers
at high altitude; they
driven off, but not
*
ad been dropped mong the
DOVER
to observe that two
.D. "LORD HOOD" (this
"FAIRBREEZE" which I
this attack I angaged one
guns, the destruction
one of our fighters,
ged and No proceeded into
to the East of Dunkirk
harbour at 2100, approaching the shore to a depth of three
fathoms. I ordered both my vessels to ship their boats
nshiment the boats in shore with instructions to return
S
sparent ships if possible.
11 when eat was now dark, and when the heats were inshore
the beach emmenced shelling the beach and the bay, I
08 and instruant my ship moving and instructed "DORTENTA"
soon SA she allependently as soon SA she N&S loaded.
14 by H.M.D. wytons then bailed by H.M.D. "PEASABLE", It. Turner
& sow B.S. his anginwequested & sow as his angines had been
replied
.D. shell, I replied that I would do so as soon
troops.
4. "Pited with troops.
four
returning 10JUN
recev four boats were returning I observed that
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339
From Acting Ar.
To. Captain H.M.S. Veriou
RNSR.
H.M.S. "VERNON",
Portsmouth.
6th June 1940.
Sir,
I have the honour to submit the following
report of the movements of H.M.Drifters "BIDIV & LUCY" and
"DORIENTA" from Wednesday, May 29th to Tuesday, June 4th.
In accordance with orders received from
Commander-in-Chief, Portsmouth, I sailed from "VERNON"
North Pier at 2400 on Wednesday, 29th May aboard "EIGN &
LUCY", "DORIENTA" in company, bound for Ramsgate.
The passage was uneventful, the visibility very
bad. At 1405 on Thursday, 30th May we passed Dover
arriving at anchor off Ramsgate Harbour at 1645. I
reported to Naval Officer in Charge and was told to stand
by day. for orders, which were not given until the following
Friday, 3180.
At 1350 on May I received orders
to proceed to Dunkirk taking four pulling boats in tow,
("DORIENTA" in company also towing small craft). We
proceeded by route 15 W. Our speed was adjusted to the
remainder of the large Armada' which was necessarily slow.
At 2000 we were just to the North of the West entrance to
Dunkirk channel when a large force of enemy bombers
attacked us from the East flying at high altitude; they
were engaged by our fighters and driven off, but not
before a large number of bombs had been dropped among the
assembled shipping. I was able to observe that two
vessels were struck, namely, H.M.D. "LORD HOOD" (this
vessel was towed back) and H.M.D. "FAIRBREEZE" which I
was informed was sunk. During this attack I engaged one
dive bomber with our two machine gune, the destruction
of this machine was completed by one of our fighters.
Neither of my two units was damaged and we proceeded into
the channel arriving off the bay to the East of Dunkirk
harbour at 2100, approaching the shore to a depth of three
fathoms. I ordered both my vessels to sRip their boats
and sent the boats in shore with instructions to return
to their parent ships if possible.
It was now dark, and when the boats were inshore
the enemy commenced shelling the beach and the bay, 1
therefore kept my ship moving and instructed "DORIENTA"
to return independently as soon as she was loaded.
I was then hailed by H.M.D. "FEASABLE", It.Turner
R.N.V.R. who requested & tow as his engines had been
disabled by & shell, I replied that I would do so as soon
as I had filled with troops.
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one was destroyed by a shell.
power boat to containing control officers who ordered
While embarking the troops I was hailed by a
boats return to the beach closer to the harbour. my
troops, to tow these boats to the position indicated.. At
instructed & motor boat which came alongside me, also with I
this stage contact with "DORIENTA" was broken and I
presumed that she had proceeded as previously directed.
My boats having departed I made contact with
H.M.D. "FEASABLE" taking her in tow and proceeded to
Westward in search of further troops. When off the
harbour entrance I contacted three boat loads of troops
and took them aboard, as there were no boats crews I put
them in tow astern of H.M.D. "FEASABLE".
"BEN & 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 (?) "LETITIA" of Southend who requested a
tow as he was short of fuel, I told him to tail on, and
continued my passage, the time being approximately 0100
June 1st.
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 A.A. gunfire and searchlights had
been active for the last half hour. At approximately 0330
& very heavy explosion occured close to the port quarter
of "FEASABLE". The skipper and I were thrown across the
bridge with great violence. On looking aft 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
large vessel, and as "FEASABLE" was still in tow and made
no signal for assistance I continued. (I was subsequently
informed by "LETITIA" that another smack named "ROWAN" which
had attached herself to the tow unknown to me had been sunk
by this explosion.)
at
"BEN & LUCY" was now making water & about one
foot per hour.
About 0700 I was overtaken and hailed by "VERNON"
Pinnace V.4. who requested & course for the North Goodwin
Light Vessel and then proceeded ahead of us.
At approximately 0745 we sighted North Goodwin to
port and headed for Ramsgate.
When approximately 3 miles to the N.E. of Ramsgate
"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 the "ROWAN" I ordered him to report to Naval Officer
whence he came. I repeated my previous instructions which
in Charge, Ramsgate. He replied that he was returned
I do not think he obeyed.
When a mile to the Northward of the harbour I
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signalled "FEASABLE" my intention to tow her in lashed
alongside "BEN & LUCY". While attempting to do this
the tow rope was picked up by a length of sweep wire
which apparently had been foul of our propeller since
leaving Portsmouth. Our propeller became hopelessly
fouled so we were both obliged to anchor. I signalled
Pierhead that I had 100 troops, including two wounded and
that I was disabled. A launch came off and took the troops
made unsuccessful attempts to obtain a tow into harbour to
ashore. We remained at anchor until Monday morning having
clear the screw.
At 1000 on Monday, June 3rd we were towed in
by drifter "RENASCENT" and at low tide succeeded in
clearing our screw by acetylene cutter. While this
operation was on hand I succeeded in contacting the
skipper of "DORIENTA". He reported to me that his engines
had been damaged by the explosion of a shell but that he
had managed to return at reduced speed (the boiler had moved
and broken the joints in several steam pipes causing
flooding in the engine room which in turn blocked up the
bilge pumps with ashes). I reported to Captain Wharton R.N.
who instructed me to return to Portsmouth and take "DORIENTA's"
crew with me as "DORIENTA" was'wrecked", but on the assurance
of her skipper that he was confident he could bring her
back to Portsmouth I returned to Captain Wharton and
sought permission to bring "DORIENTA" back, as, if it
proved necessary, I could have taken her in tow. This
permission was granted and at 0600 on Tuesday, June 4th
we weighed anchor and made passage to Portsmouth, arriving
at 2100.
I wish to place on record and draw attention to,
the perfect discipline and devotion to duty of all members
of both crews, with particular mention of Skipper
W.A. Whatling R.N.R., Skipper W.F. Reynolds R.N.R, and the
engine room staff of H.M.D. "DORIENTA" whose coolness
in maintaining way on the ship in most arduous conditions
undoubtedly prevented the abandonment of this ship.
I have the honour to be,
CAPT H.M.S. -7 1940 2
Sir,
Your Obedient Servant,
"VERNON"
LM.Shs
Acting Lieutenant, R.N.V.R.
Unit Officer.

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/
389
412
390
0 Captai.. of "Vernon".
Tug 0.9
6th June 1940.
9 Bg
ir.
on the 1st June as Master of Tug C.9 I was at Dunkirk
hen two destroyers were bombed and having received orders
il from
0 assist to tow one and then ordered to go to the other
elioved to be the "Keith" which was sunk after the crew
ad been ta en off by H.M.S. Sloop. I was on resoue duty
18 bombing was BO severe that I witnessed the destruction
four ships, namely H.M.S. "BRIGHTON QUEEN", H.M.S. "SCOBIA"
ring these operations a bomb bursting (approx.) 30 ft.
M.S. "KEITH" which had just left Dunkirk full of troops.
tern of the Tug lifting stern in the air. All through the
46422 SGOE
erations whether on the Bridge with a rifle trying to
pot down enemy planes or rescuing troops over the side to
By sych
lp the wounded P.O. Steward and P.O.
loaned to us
m H.M.S. "VERNON" were models of coolness, courage and
easing effort. Their discipline and obedience to
at to
lers at all times was exemplary and I feel that I should
neglecting my duty if I fail to convey to you, Sir, as
yei
.r Commanding Officer my sincere admiration of their
eptional conduct.
of
I am, Sir,
a
Yours obediently,
& been
(sd) J. TRELEAVEN.
Bed on
Master Tug C.9.
ken off
Portsmouth Dockward.
by
EXLAPISA 21')
tack again
ships HMS Brighton Luen and
bufeled effer leaving Dunkirk feell of
olefs a shee of Survivors, of
for $ luced by Officer in motor Boal said to
re. reserving Survivor: Onemy
selviven B9 and HMS Esk
oppiers) 18m number dropping,
Mature " also French destroyer which was
their can survivors baplain of HMS Esk to proced to
the int Swowors y had ouring
cling the bapitain a first Offiere of
an attack. Having 30 Survivors
program Brighton Lucen, and a with army
11111 inlecome mander I was able to proceed

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Statement from S.Y. Vincea: (Re, Dankish
522
C. B.O.
Sir,
7
6x Imday the 31" M May. we the S.Jug Vincia
left Ramagate in taw of three skiffs for Duskinh at
2.45pm.
544
2
514
This operation of holding the bifeboats end on to the beach,
combined with the continuous bombing from the air, proved
too difficult a task for the crews. After doing it twice
I had only one lifeboat remaining, the others having broached
to and swamped themselves. Also, there was continuous
shelling from the batteries from the Western side. So the
only alternative left to me was to ferry troops from the
piers to the trawler.
Atlantic
With the trawler filled we set out for home
but we had not been under way long before the trawler struck
a wreck. I sent out an S-0-S on the siren. It was quickly
answered by a Dutch 'scoot which came to our rescue, took
off our troops and leaving the trawler "FAIRBREEZE" to sink,
landed us back at Ramsgate at about 7.30am.
That night I comandeered a fast motorboat
"VERNON 1" and set out again for Dunkirk to ferry troops
off the piers out to the Destroyers and waiting transports.
I continued this operation until dawn when the starboard
engine of the launch fell to peices and I had to be towed
home to Ramsgate rull of troops.
The next boat I got was the "PIGEON" one of the
War Dept. boats which continued to run magnificently for the
remainder of the operations. From now on I did not try the
beaches any more but ferried troops from the piers to the
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beaches During the than night found there were more ships 301
304'
the could be loaded: there was lying off the
diverting ships from beaches as necessary. Beaches and were
pier, so I Kept on the move between harbout plenty of room outside at
very Pier heavilCy shelled, but still a lot of men got off.
(32)
where was outlined against glow of fires still burning some-
to the westward of Dunkerque: steady stream of men
passing along it. Numerous small craft passing up to the
inner basins. French TBs loading at West Quay.
Shelling seemed to be concentrated on beach and to eastward
of pier; shells falling inside harbour, and about midni
a side. trawler was sunk. Also casualties in a destroyer along-
2nd June. Went up to shore end of pier to embark the base party:
0200
violent outburst of shelling. No signs of party, so
Wynne-Edwards went to look for them. A number of French
troops had cut into the flow of British troops by a con-
verging route: result was that about 5,000 British were
held up and did not get off that night. Instead, a lot of
French troops got away from the East Pier in addition to
0245
those from the West Quay. Base party came down at 0245
and embarked.
Dawn
As morning was clear I decided to get ships away at 0300
instead of at 0330 as originally planned. Men were still
coming down to pier, but it was no use risking ships being
sunk alongside and blocking the pier and harbour.
(Word picture of scene - darkness out to seaward, glare of
(33)
fires inshore, etc. Not very much noise.)
Returned to Dover to discuss next night's operation.
Still 5,000 of B.E.F. to come and an unknown number of
(34)
French (30-40,000 ?). Plan was to use Dunkerque only,
except for some French local craft which would embark from
Dawn
beach immediately east of Dunkerque. Embarkation was to
start at 2100 and go on till 0300, when blockships were to
enter the harbour. Programme was worked out for ships to
come in at half-hourly intervals to different berths, so
that 3 or 4 ships should be alongside East Pier continuous-
ly. Denny thought this was impossible and liable to
result in confusion, but a scheme was got out which provi-
ded carrying capacity of 37,000 men besides those that
would go off in small craft. I also got 2 fast boats told
off to act as runners for me (? from VERNON)
Besides the large ships, there were tugs, schuyts, drifters
and all manner of small craft going over as well - some to
lie off and be loaded by smaller boats, and others to go
Large number of wounded in Dunkerque: orders had been
right up harbour past the large ship berths.
embarking given wounded would have taken up too much
that fit men were to be got away in preference, valuable as
time. Decided to try to get some of the wounded the Germans away in
time in Hospital ships, in the hope that bombed
day would respect them: 2 were sent over, but one she was had to
sunk, the other was so badly damaged that had to be
return. and Wounded, except for walking cases,
left over again in MA/SB 10, with Somerville and and Goodenough 3
behind.
On Belgian soldiers who were about half-way across a pull-
Went the way over had a mild bombing attack picked in up
ing boat. outside the harbour met one of the two the fast other motor
Just Both had been machine-gunned and had to boat be
boats. and left (not seen again): this one
disabled as she had only one engine left in working his order. staff.
(35)
returned at Dunkerque. Picked up Alexander General and
2030
Transferred Arrived them to a destroyer, and in her bullet
was later killed by a machine gun last from of his a
Mansergh when close to Dover. Tennant and the the British
plane party left in a MTB as soon as the last of
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The plan was to use Dunkirk only, except for some French local craft
2/6
which would embark from the beach immodiatoly East of Dunkirk. The omborkation
was to start at 2100 and go on till 0300 at which time blockships were to onter
the harbour.
I had felt the previous night that more ships could have used the pink had
they been available and I had sent additional ships there from off the berches
into the harbour. To make full use of the pier this night 2 programme was
worked out of personnel ships, destroyers, minemwcepors and sloops coming in at
half-hourly intervals to different berths so that three or four ships should be
alongside the East Pier continuously. Denny thought this impossible and liable
to result in confusion but a scheme was got out which provided a carrying capacity
of 37,000 men in addition to those that would get off in the small craft. I also
asked for a couple of fast boats to act as runners for me, and two *** I bolieve
from the "VERNON" mis were told off.
Besides the large ships there were tugs, scoots, drifters and all noner
of small craft going over as well - some of them to lay off and be loaded by
smaller boats and others to go right up the harbour past the large ship borths.
There was a large number of wounded in Dunkirk and orders had had to be
given that fit men were to be got away in preference, as apart from anything
else, embarking wounded would have taken up too much valuable time. In con-
sequence it was decided to try and get some of the wounded away in daytime in
Hospital ships in the hope that the Germans would respect then. Two were
accordingly sent over but one was bombed and sunk and the other WAS 80 bedly
damaged that she had to return. The wounded, except those who could walk and
get down to the pier, had to be left behind.
I went over again in M.A.S.B. 10, accompanied by Senerville and Goodenough
and on the way we had A mild bombing attack and also picked up three Bolgian
soldiers who had got about half way across in a pulling boat. They 1010 not too
pleased at being taken back to Dunkirk but were later docented into 8 deptroyer.
Just outside the harbour we met one of the two fast motor boats in charge
of D. Sub-Lieutenant. He told us that he had started over with the other boat
but they had both been machine-sunned and the other boat disabled. Commender
Clouston who was in it had told him to go on and leave him. Clouston and his

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Register No.
Minute Sheet No.
Name
Ex.
Present
Location (17/7/40)
Appointment
Tempy.Lieut.E.
SKIPJACK
PATROCLUS
Northern Patrol.
Richardson,R.N.R.
Tempy.Lieut.L.K.
BRIGHTON
BADGER
Harwich.
Perrin,R.N.V.R.
BELLE
addl.for
Gp. of A.P.
Tempy.Lieut.W.J.C.
"
MEDWAY
Dover.
Fuller, R.N.V.R.
QUEEN (No.1)
Tempy.Lieut.A.C.
GRACIE
ORIOLE
Lowestoft.
Weeks, R.N.R.
FIELDS
in command
Tempy.Lieut. H.
"
LYNX addl.
Port Edgar.
Jones, R.N.R.
for AMBASSADOR
Tempy.Lieut.S.T.
WAVERLEY VICTORY addl. Hamble River.
Harmer Elliott,
for A.P.Duties
R.N.V.R.
Tempy.Lieut.F.P.
"
BOSCAWEN addl. Portland.
Tattersall,R.N.V.R.
for A.P.Base
Officer.
Tempy.Lieut.J.
DEVONIA
Southsea in
SOUTHAMPTON.
Brotchie,R.N.V.R.
command
Tempy.Lieut. A.F.
"
VERNON addl.
Portsmouth.
Cox, R.N.V.R.
for M/S Course
Sub-Lieut.D.J.
THOMAS
On sick leave
Hutton,R.N.V.R.
BARTLETT
until 8th July
Tempy.Lieut.A.R.
THURINGIA BACCHANTE for Scapa
Cornish,R.N.R.
LEICESTER CITY
in command
Pby.Tempy.Sub-
"
BACCHANTE addl.Scapa
Lieut.A.G.
for LEICESTER
Slemeck,R.N.V.R.
CITY
Sub-Lieut. J.S.
ARGYLISHIRE CALLIOPE for Blyth
Weddle, R.N.R.
ANEMONE
Ty.Sub-Lieut.
"
CAROLINE addl. BELFAST till complet
M.F.Villiers-
for MALLOW
then Portland.
Stuart,R.N.V.R.
(building)
Py.Ty.Sub-Lieut.
AMULREE
OSPREY addl. Portland.
G.P.Probert,R.N.V.R.
for M/B
training
Py.Ty.Lieut.Cdr.B. CRESTED
PEMBROKE for
Sheerness
R.Booth, R.N.R.
EAGLE
GOLDEN EAGLE
Py.Ty.Lieut.D.J.R.
Davies, R.N.R.
11
VICTORY for
Portsmouth
Boom Defences
Portsmouth
Cdr.J.Elliott,
KING
ROSEMARY
Portsmouth
R.N.R.
ORRY
addl.

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(ATI) notional
.
$левет9
21
9msk
Name
Ex.
Present
Location (17/7/40)
Appo ntment
Tempy.Lieut.E.
SKIPJACK
PATROCLUS
Northern Patrol.
Richardson,R.H.A.
Tempy.Ideut.L.K.
BRIGHTON
BADGER
Harwich.
Perrin,R.N.V.R.
BELLE
addl.for
Gp. of A.P.
Tempy.Lieut.W.J.C.
MEDWAY
Dover.
Fuller, R.N.V.R.
QUEEN (No.1)
Tempy.Lieut.A.C.
GRACIE
ORIOL
Lovestoft.
Weeks, R.N.R.
FIELDS
in command
Tempy.Lieut. H.
"
LYNX addl.
Port Edgar.
Jones, R.N.R.
for AMBASSADOR
Tempy.Licut.S.T.
WAVERLEY
VICTORY addl. Hamble River.
Harmer Elliott,
for A.P.Duties
R.N.V.R.
Tempy.Lieut.F.P.
"
BOSCAWEN addl. Portland.
Tattersall,R.N.V.R.
for A.P.Base
Officer.
Tempy.Lieut.J.
DEVONIA
Southsea in
SOUTHAMPTON.
Brotchie,R.N.V.R.
command
Tempy.Lieut. A.F.
#
VERNON addl. Portsmouth.
Cox, R.N.V.R.
for IL/S Course
Sub-Lieut.D.J.
THOMAS
On sick leave
Hutton,R.N.V.R.
BARTLETT
until 8th July
Tempy.Lieut.A.R.
THURINGIA BACCHANTE for Scapa
Cornish, R.N.R.
LEIGESTER CITY
in command
Fby.Tempy.Sub-
BACCHANTE addl.Scapa
Licut.A.G.
for LEICESTER
Slemeck,R.N.V.R.
CITY
Sub-Lieut. J.S.
ARGYLISHGE CALLIOPE for Blyth
Weddle, R.N.R.
ANEMONE
Ty.Sub-Lieut.
"
CAROLINE addl. BELFAST till complete
M.F.Villiers-
for MALLOW
then Portland.
Stuart,R.N.V.R.
(building)
Py.Ty.Sub-Ideut.
AMULREE
OSPREY addl. Portland.
G.P.Probert,R.N.V.R.
for II/B
training
Py.Ty.Licut.Cdr.B. CRESTED
PEMBROKE for
Sheerness
R.Booth, R.N.R.
EAGLE
GOLDEN AGLE
Py.Ty.Lieut.D.J.R.
Davies, R.N.R.
"
VICTORY for
Portsmouth
Boom Defences
Portsmouth
Cdr.J.Elliott,
KING
ROSEMARY
Portsmouth
R.N.R.
ORRY
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Amc
ONIGINVINGO 2574
LAURENCE if 'N ('ps)
when required. latest inserted, in which which
JOJ UT XALXT ship the Dood the you pue 19TT for BUTAI quesed
6245/40.
OF DUNKIRK.
The following are the names of the senior and next senior surviving officers of the ships in question,
so far as can be ascertained from information available in C.W. In view of numerous local changes in personnel,
complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed, but the list which follows is believed to be substantially correct.
Ship
Date Lost
Senior surviving officers
Present Appointment
Location
Destroyers
GRAFTON
29th May
Lieutenant H.C.J. McRea, R.N.
BRANLEBRAS in command.
Lieutenant L.E. Blackmore, R.N.
WHADDON for duty with A.S.C.B.S. etc.
WAKEFUL
29th May
Commander R.L. Fisher, R.N.
PRESIDENT addl. for duty inside Admiralty.
Lieutenant W. Scott, R.N.
JERVIS as 1st. Lieutenant.
GRENADE
30th May
Commander R.C. Boyle, R.N.
PRESIDENT addl. for duty inside Admiralty.
Lieutenant E.C. Peake, R.N.
HORNET addl. for command of 10th.M.T.B. Flotilla.
KEITH
1st June
Captain E.L. Berthon, R.N.
VICTORY addl. for full pay sick leave.
Lieutenant G.J.A. Lumsden, R.N.
PHOEBE and for duty with A.S.C.B.S. etc.
HAVANT
1st June
Lieutenant-Commander A.F.
Burnell-Nugent, R.N.
HOSTILE in command.
Lieutenant A.H. Terry, R.N.
GANGES addl. for Battalion duties.
BASILISK
1st June
Commander M. Richmond, R.N.
LE TRIOMPHANT in command.
Lieutenant-Commander W.G.
Boaks, R.N.
RODNEY.
Paddle Minesweepers.
BRIGHTON BELLE
28th May
Temporary Lieutenant L.K.
BADGER addl. for G.
Harwich
Perrin, R.N.V.R.
of A.P.
Temporary Lieutenant W.J.C.
MEDWAY QUEEN (No.1)
Dover
Fuller, R.N.V.R.
30th May
ORIOLE in command
Lowestoft
BRACIE FIELDS
Temporary Lieutenant
A.C. Weeks, R.N.V.R.
Temporary Lieutenant
LYNX addl. for
Port Edgar
H. Jones, R.N.V.R
AMBASSADOR
WAVERLEY
Temporary Lieutenant S.F.
VICTORY addl. for
Hamble River
30th May
Harmer-Elliott, R.N.V.R.
A.P. Duties.
Temporary Lieutenent
BOSCAWEN addl. for
Portland
F.P. Tattersall, R.N.V.R.
A.P. Base Officer.
31st May
Temporary Lieutenant
Southsea in command
SOUTHAMPTON
DEVONIA
J. Brotchie, R.N.V.R.
Lieutenant A.P. Cox, R.N.V.R.
VERNON addl. for
Portsmouth
M/S Course.
Trawlers.
28th May
Temporary Skipper
EUROPA for VELMONT
THOMAS BARTLETT
J.J. Tomlinson, R.N.R.
Sub-Lieutenant D.J. Hutton,
On sick leave until
R.N.V.R.
8th July.
Temporary Lieutenant
BACCHANTE for LEICESTER
28th May
Scapa
THURINGIA
A.R. Cornish, R.N.R.
CITY. in command.
Probationary Temporary Sub-
BACCHANTE addl. for
Lieut. A.G. slemeck,R.N.V.R.
Scapa
LEICESTER CITY.
Temporary Skipper
EUROPA
30th May
B.D. Spindler, R.N.R.
CALVI
Chief Skipper L. Lake, R.N.R.
WATCHFUL for BERVIE BRAES.
POLLY JOHNSTON
30th May
STELLA DORADO
1st June
None
1st June
Sub-Lieutenant J.S. Weddle,
CALLIOPE for ANEMONE
Blyth
ARGELLSHIRE
R.N.R.
Temporary Sub-Lieutenant
CAROLINE addl. for
Belfast till
M.F. Villiers-Stuart,
MALLOW (building)
complete, then
R.N.V.R.
Portland.
2nd June
Commander R.W. English, R.N.
BLACKBURN ROVERS
(severely wounded)
Skipper W. Martin, R.N.R.
RACER for VICTRIX.
WESTELLA
E
2nd June
Chief Skipper A. Gove, R.N.R.
EUROPA
Skipper E. Chaney, R.N.R.
EUROPA
BRANCH
COPYING
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OF SHIPS WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS (continued)
PORTSMOUTH A/P YACHTS
AHOLA
CARYANDA
NONETA
ANLAH
EILA II
SERIOLA
ANKH
LAHLOO
THELE
BOUNTY
MASAYRU
MISCELLANEOUS H.M. SHIPS (small craft)
A.L.C. 5
GREY MIST (Dan-laying
A.L.C. 15
Vessel)
-
A.L.C. 16
# GRIVE (F.A.A. Yacht)
A.L.C. 17
KINDRED STAR (Drifter)
ALOUETTE II
# KING ORRY (Armed Boarding
(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
# AMULREE (Harbour Defence
LLANTHONY (Examination
Patrol Craft)
Service Vessel)
ARONIA (Yacht)
LORMONT (Armed Boarding
BEN AND LUCY (Drifter)
Vessel)
BLUEBIRD (M.B.)
MONARDA (Drifter)
BYSTANDER
MONA'S ISLE (Armed Boarding
(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
CALETA (Harbour Defence
ST. OLAVES (Rescue Tug)
Patrol Craft)
TARRET (A/S Yacht)
CHRYSTOBEL II (Harbour
THRIFTY (Drifter)
Defence Patrol Craft )
V. 4 ("Vernon' s" pinnace)
"DOLPHIN'S" MOTOR-BOAT
VELIA (Armed Trawler)
EVELYN ROSE Trawler)
VERNON I
"EXCELLENT'S" A/A MOTOR-BOAT
VIVIANA (A/S Trawler)
GAVA (Trawler)
Ambleve.
Escaut.
transferred
GLALA (Harbour Defence Patrol
Meuse.
from
Craft)
Sambre.
Semoise.
page 9.
yser.
DUTCH SKOOTS (Commissioned with Naval Crews)
ABEL TASMAN
DOGGERSBANK
PACIFIC
PASCHOLL
AEGIR
FREDANJA
PATRIA
ALICE
FRISCO
PRINCESS JULIANA
AMAZONE
GORECHT
REIGER
ANTJE
HEBE
RIKA
ATLANTIC
HILDA
RUJA
BART
HONDSRUG
BORNRIF
HORST (Abandoned)
SAN ANTONIO
SURSUM CORDA
BRANDARIS
JAVA
TILLY
CARIBIA
JUTLAND
TINY
DELTA
KAAPFALGA
TUNG
DEMOK I
LENA
TWENTE
DENEB
ORANJE
VREDE
DESPATCH II
ORANGE YREESWIJH
ZEUS
(Continued)
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e
Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of Personnel.
n.
85 foot Motor Boats PAULETEER and MARASOLE. - Stoker D. T. Banks,
KX/86174.
7
Recommendations.
N
RATINGS:
Stoker D. T. Banks, KX/86174.
With crew of two Ordinary Seamen, a Bren gun, a
Lewis gun and a compase he did not know how to use,
completed seven or eight trips in one or other of these
boats. Brought back more than 400 troops to England.
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 ar,
with his crew, this town burning furiously and under
bombardment at the time. Displayed remarkable
leadership, initiative and courage under fire.
D.S.M.
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,
off the beaches assisting in evacuation work. Displayed
M
exceptional devotion to auty.
Recommended for mention.
during
;istered
vivors
Ships Boats, Fast Motor Boat VERNON I, W.D. Fast Launch PIGEON.
was
Sub.Lieutenant George Arthur Gabbett-Mulhallen, R.N.)
whom
d
Recommendations.
en
m
4
rk
1:
OFFICER:
as
Sub. Lieutenant George Arthur Gabbett-Mulhallen, R.N.
en
This enterprising and determined officer commanded
3
in succession a number of small craft working from
Ramsgate and ferried off a large number of troope from
in
the beaches, in surf, and from Dunkirk harbour, on four
*
successive days and nights. Brought off almost the
ar
last part from Dunkirk in the PIGEON. Frequently under
10
fire, displayed courage and leadership of high order.
1
of
D.S.C
Recommended for decoration.

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shipwright 2nd Class Indefatigable (Pensioner) Charles Greenwood
craft As Portsmouth
for beaches the operation. in preparing P/M.8899. small
Dunkirk Served the in beaches Yacht ERICA to effect and H. repairs tunteer M. a to boats proceeded there. to
exceptional off devotion assisting to duty. in evacuation Drifter ROBERT work. Displayed CLIFF,
Recommended for mention.
DS
Sub.Lieutenant Arthur Gabbett-Mulhallen, R.N.)
Boats, Fast Motor George Boat VERNON I, W.D.Fast Launch PIGEON.
Recommendations,
ICER:
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.
Recommended for decoration.
Recommendation.
Sub, Lieutenant William Ronald Williams, R.N.
Commanded in succession a motor lighter, a tug and
motor boat SWALLOW. Completed five round trips between
p.m. 30/5 and a.m. 4/6. on first trip made beach German between
Gravelines Calais, landed, encountered two
On all well using pulling boats as 4/6 when
soldiers, shot and both, re-embarked and proceeded to Dunkirk, well as
his own trips craft. did very Finally left Dunkirk harbour on
German troops penetrated into the harbour area.
Recommended for decoration.

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shipwright 2nd Class (Pensioner) Charles Greenwood P/M.8899.
Indefatigable for the in preparing Portsmouth
Dunkirk in Yacht ERICA repairs to boats
craft beaches operation. to effect As a volunteer proceeded small to
exceptional off harches. to evacuation work. Displayed CLIFF,
Served the and H. M. Drifter ROBERT there.
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
aches, in surf, and from Dunkirk harbour, on four
sive days and nights. Brought off almost the
art from Dunkirk in the PIGEON. Frequently under
displayed courage and leadership of high order.
Recommended for decoration.
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JSC
Personnel.
Stoker D. T. Banks,
KX/86174.
Operation "DYNAMO" - Recommendations of
Recommendation.
85 foot Motor Boats PAULETEER and MARASOLE. -
Recommendations.
William Ronald Williams, R.N.
succession a motor lighter, a tug between and
manded at in Completed five round trips beach between
and a.m.
SWALLOW. on first trip made two German
es and boats to Dunkirk, well as
, shot did very pulling harbour on as 4/6 when
rips Finally left Dunkirk area.
roops craft. penetrated into the harbour
Recommended for decoration.
RATINGS:

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shipwright 2nd Class Indefatigable (Pensioner) Charles Greenwood
Dunkirk Served craft for in beaches Yacht the operation. ERICA to effect in and preparing H. repairs As a volunteer Portsmouth to boats P/M.8899. proceeded small to
off the beaches assisting M. Drifter there,
exceptional devotion to duty. in evacuation ROBERT work, Displayed CLIFF,
Recommended for mention.
hips
Boats, Fast Motor George Boat Arthur VERNON I, W.D.Fast Fast Launch PIGEON.
Sub.Lieutenant Gabbett-Mulhallen, R.N.
Recommendations,
FICER:
,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.
Recommended for decoration.
PSC
Recommendation.
Sub. Lieutenant William Ronald Williams, R.N.
succession a motor lighter, a tug between and
motor boat SWALLOW. 4/6. on first trip made two German
Commanded in Completed five round trips beach between
Gravelines shot and Calais, both, re-embarked and proceeded boats to as Dunkirk, well as
p.m. 30/5 and a.m. landed, encountered
On soldiers, all trips did very well using Dunkirk pulling harbour on 4/6 when
his German own troops craft. penetrated Finally left into the harbour area.
Recommended for decoration.

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7a M. 016146. 0315/1
W.H.S.-
1940.
RETURN TO
R.O.
#:
Dutch Coasters
List of — commissioned for
Operations "Dynamo", "Cycle", - "aerial
& subsequently paid off.
Suitability of - for Mineweeping.
Trials to be carried out in
2 Schools by H.M.S. "Vernon"
to determine
1940
RECORD 7717 OFFICE
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MESSAGE
1933/14 June.
IN.
From C. in C. Portsmouth
Date. 14.6.40.
Reod. 1946.
P/L BY T/P.
Addressed Add ralty. Repested. C. in 0. liore R.N.S. Portsmouth.
VERBON. EXCELLENT. N.O.I.G. Newhaven R.N.O. Poole.
F.O.I.C. Portland.
275.
your 3053/13 to C. in C. Portsmouth and C.in C. Nore
only. It 19 intended to assemble the, Dutch Coasters commissioned
by E.M.S. VICTORY at Poole and those commissioned by H.M.S.
PEABROKE at Newhaven. Ae these vessele are being kept
in commission for the time being it in proposed that a RIN.R.
Lieutenant 07 Dieutenant Commander be appointed in command of each
and one R.N.R. Sub Lieutenentn 56 Watch keeper. In the dase of
Portsmouth Vessels the is a number of Officers from EXCELLENT and
VERNON MAQ are wanted book 88 soon as possible. (See Compodoro
R.H.S.S. No 595/0398 of 12th June 1940 to cartain addressees only)
Propose that these 7638818 should be fitted with & Hotchkies
gun and pyrotechnic signale and be employed an off Shore outrols
whilst waiting far thoir noxt apployment.
6
1935/14.
Advance copy sont Ops.
1st Lord.
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V.C.H.S.
A.C.N.S. (T)
A.C.N.S. (H)
C.S.O. to lot S.L.
Ops. (4)
0.1.0.(2)
Do of P. (3)
D.P.S. (3)
D.N.I.(4)
I.S.P.S.
O.D. (3) for action.
H.(3)
I.P. (3)
D.S.D. (2)
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To C. in C. Portsmouth 908
DATE 25.6.40.
Repeated C. in C. Nore 480
R.N.O. Poole.
P/L by T/P
39
From Admiralty
All Dutch Schoots commissioned for operations CYCLE and
AERIAL except four are to proceed to Poole, where they are to be
paid off and transferred to Ministry of Shipping.
2. Ministry of Shipping are providing crews to take over
these vessels.
3. Arrival of vessels at Poole is to be reported by R.N.O.
Poole to Admiralty for D. of S.T.
VERNON trials being and are to be reduced to C. and M. under orders VERNOR
4. conducted in immediate future by Admiralty of
The four referred to in paragraph one are required and for
2258/25
for D.O.D. (H) (434)
Approved by A.C.N.S. (H)
A.C.N.S. (H)
A.C.N.S. (T)
C.S.O. to 1st S.L.
Ops (4)
O.D. (3)
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- 2 -
1555 40M 2/40 S.E.R. Ltd. Gp. 671.
ADMIRALT")
7.
A/P Trawler STAUNTON, the loss of which was
REFERENCE SHEET.
announced on 29th July, 1940, is to be regarded as formall public
paid off as from 27th July, 1940.
(M.014856/40)
Head of Military Branch.
To
The Secretary to
8.
H.D.P.C. MIRAGE (S.S.B.A
487(16)) commissioned
The Commodore,
4th July, 1940.
R.N. Barracks,
(M.012037/40).
12th August
1940.
Portsmouth.
A fast motor launch, purchased with the steam
M.010027/40
Information required, or notified.
9.
danlaying yacht HELIOPOLIS (S.S.B.A. 533(8)) has been
the service number M. B. 4026 and also named BANKBLOCK,
CONFIDENTIAL.
12836/40)
It is requested that it may be stated whether
10.
Reference S.S.B.A. 517(17) the following informatic
there off dates of the undermentioned "Dynamo"? coasters,
is any further information available Dutch concerning
is promulgated concerning the commissioning and paying
commissioned the paying with Portsmouth crews for operation
of Dutch Coasters employed in evacuation operations.
NAME.
COMMISSIONED
PAID OFF
RUJA (Understood paid off at Poole but Naval known). Officer
DESPATCH II
in Charge, Poole states date is not
25th May, 1940.
2nd July,1940,
HORST
25th May, 1940.
Not yet report
SURSUM CORDA
25th May, 1940.
Not yet report
AMAZONE
ABEL TASMAN
25th May, 1940
Sunk by enemy
action. Paid
HORST
14th June,1941.
KAAPFALGA
(S.S.B.A.522)
SURSUM CORDA
ALICE
25th May, 1940.
3rd July, 1940,
PACIFIC (Arrived Poole 29th June).
25th May, 1940.
Beached and
abandoned at
R.N. Barracks, Portsmouth's manned No.5241/200 by D
FREDANJA
Panne, 29th
HEBE II
25th May, 1940.
3rd July, 1940.
Portsmouth of 19th July Commodore, crew 1940 ex-JAVA. states that May TINY it be had stated been when this crew
25th May, 1940.
Lost through
TINY?
action. Paid OFFICE
JABA
from 11th June
DEIVED
RUJA
25th May, 1940.
Paid off 5th
JAVA
25th May, 1940.
Not yet
W.Aushin
25th May, 1940.
FRISCO FRISO
6th June 541(6)
<S.
of Military Branch.
PACIFIC
25th May, 1940.
5th July, 1940.
SAN ANTONIO
25th May, 1940.
Not yet report
PASCHOLL
25th May, 1940.
3rd July, 1940.
Do
AMAZONE
25th May, 1940.
19th June, 1940.
ZEUS
25th May, 1940.
WIGA ? wesa
25th May, 1940.
Not yet report
II
25th May, 1940.
3rd July, 1940.
ATLANTIC
2nd July, 1940.
Joses
RION
RIAN
25th May, 1940.
27th May, 1940.
2nd July, 1940.
un
NORSTAD
Sune,1940
nderstood were taken up for trials with
PINGUIN
15th June, 1940.
VESTLARM,
GORECHT
15th June, 1940.
.M.S. VERNON.
9th June, 1940.
29th July' 1940,
when up
DOGGERS BANK
9th June,
B. 19407(17))
4th July, 1940.
TWENTE
B.
9th
($.8.8.517(17)))
29th July, 1940.
for Head of Military Branch.
Outch
Lost through
enemy action.
2018M
were paid HONDSRUG, off 2nd July, JUTLAND, 1940. and CARIBIA (s.s.B.A. off 12th 517(17)) June,
NOTE. The above losses have not announced.
(M.010027/40)
1940.
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No. 6200/200D.
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EDIATE.
HEAD OF MILITARY BRANCH, ADMIRALTY.
Serial No. 593.
CREWN
SPECIAL SECRET BRANCH ACQUAINT.
It is regretted that
below:- part of the crews returned to Definity at the cessary. for such action within each Admiralty Department as may be
dates for these coasters can be
The following information is circulated for guidance
"RUJA"
7th June,
"AMAZONE"
for Head of Military Branch.
12/14th
31st August, 1940.
"HORST"
5th June,
"SURSUM CORDA"
H. 34 is to be transferred to the 7th Submarine Flotill
1/2 June,
1821/30)
"PACIFIC"
4th July,
2.
R/S
57
on "TINY" joined that ship on 23rd May, 1940, the and
With reference to paragraph 2,
Secreting is
13th June, 1940.
U.C. Poole.
56
IURS
Head of Military Branch
whether
Never
cretary The Naval to Officer-in-Charge, Poole.
R.N. Barracks, Portsmouth.
12th August 1940
M.010027/40
YCLE as
19th August, 1940.
Drafting Com
for COMMODO
CONFIDENTIAL.
as paid
s
been
Information is requested whether the
peration CYCLE as a tender to H.M.S. PEMBROKE
itch Coaster AEGIR, commissioned for
>
VB
Chuthann
T was paid off at Poole. An inquiry has
is and it 5
en received from Commodore, R.N. Barracks,
hatham concerning the paying off date, and
wintere in
t is understood that all Dutch Coasters in
he Portsmouth Command were paid off at Poole.
hand B we
Information is also requested
oncerning DUURSWOLD and WESTLAAN, which it is
in
pose
15th June, 1940.
nderstood were taken up for trials with
15th
Dru
1940.
I.M.S. VERNON.
VESTLAAN,
9th(8.8.8.4.517
29th July,
JUTLANK
4th July, 1940.
(Ig)
when up
29th July, 1940.
(s.s.B.A.517(17))
for Head of Military Branch.
Lost through
Dute
enemy action.
NDNINONDSRUG, of he off off 2nd July, JUTLAND, 1940. and CARIBIA (s.s.B.A. off 12th 517(17)) June,
2d y
fhe above losses have not announced.
(M.010027/40)
1940
on on on on as for Special Secret Branch Acquaint No. 539.

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Remarks.
335
308
Sub. Lt. Don reported abandoning "YSER" which he could not
Cloat. He did not render her unserviceable for which I admonished
1. He later went in the Army M.B's and showed much keenness.
Sub. Lt. Liddell R.N. Took charge of"Bonny Heather"
Sub. Lt. Mac Intyre.
Took charge of S/D "FAIRBURN".
Mr. Butler. I/C"LAROR".
X 209 Sub.Lt. W.R. Williams, R.N.R.
Sub.Lt. G.N. Blake, R.N.V.R., H.M.S. VERNON. Bad case of
d up. Made excuses for not going, returned 3 hours after departure
ing picked up R.A.F. Officer from sea. Considered it inadvisable to
: him in charge of Admiral Barge again and sent him to office to get
arrant back.
Wippingham paddle steamer arrived p.m. Visited in speedboat to
iten her to Dunkirk. Reported no water. Gave order to use sea water,
this was supposed to be last night's trip Mie by Plotilla Driftersunder
mander Powell, R.N.R.
"MAIE
1 Trip.
"SARAH HYDE"
1 Trip.
"TWEENWAYS"
1 Trip.
"UNI
1 Trip.
"RIGG"
2 Trips.
"JACK EVE"
I Trip.
"THRICE KINGS".
2 Trips.
"JACINTA" reported sunk on Goodwin and abandoned, officers name
noted, was seen floating near RAMSGATE next day when one of the
wlersof same company went out and fetched her. Regret no record of
S ship's name.
Block Ship party: Lt. Lloyd R.N.
Sub. Satterford.
Sub Lt. Don.
Sub Lt. E.R. Davis, R.N.R.
Sub Lt. Mulholland
?
Sub Lt. canhon
This party was not required taking off block ship officers,
ugh they were ready, instead they worked at Dunkirk ferrying.
Mr. Sidmouth-Welling, Sea Cadet Lt, showed great keenness and was
ays to the fore to get over to Dunkirk.
Dr. Weymouth Street, W. 1, did one trip in"CAIRNGORM". Secrnier
ring over of 3 tugs "PRIMA", "DUKE", "PRINCESS masti 2
The Master which were unarmed showed great
Mr Wright EW. wheatly of 9, 7th Chantry ashlyRd walton minome keenness - in
ed they be thanked Owner Sam through the owners for their willing and gallant
A. WALLIS", boats. The tugs William were & Sons, Dagenham Dock, Essex. It is
don Gentlemen who were there:- Wembley Park., Mm.Joseph Mason, 55, Banatead, Gdns,
operation. Gordon Thomas, 4, Berners Street, Oakley London,
1. 3., Martel, Lt. R.A. 88, Nicholson, The Drive, R.N.V.R., Moorings, Fir Tree Road,
rey, Mr. Kayell. J.H. Brook, Glen Haven, Taplow.
Flotilla under Admiral
Capt. Taylor: Hammond took command of the 4 school.
REGWA
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380
354 62
H.M.S. "VERNON",
PORTSMOUTH.
11th June, 1940.
0: THE CAPTAIN,
H.M.S. "VERNON".
With reference to Confidential Portsnouth General
rder 1700, I have the honour to submit the following :-
EVACUATION OF B.B.F.
During the period 0230/30 to 0115/1 Sig: 7. GILL
nd Able Seaman H. TAYLOR were outstanding amongst $ very
ard-working party in embarking soldiers in boats at
a Panne beach.
Throughout the period they continually went
.0 take
nto the sea above their waists to get the boats through surf,
the
nd were ready day and night to get on with the work < Under
ifter
hell-fire and bombs they remained calm and cheerful, and
rere ready for any job.
I have the honour to be, Sir,
with
Your obedient servent,
his
ADMIRAL
JUN 1940
*
OVER
V
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is and
II.
3.
to
D: 211/24.
over.
IN VICE ADMIRAL, DOVER.
(Copy to:- The Commander-in-Chief, Portsmouth).
Submitted with reference to Confidential Portmouth
4v
red
eneral Order 1700.
Marlon CAPITAIN.
from
ORTSMOUTH. M.S. "VERNON",
2th June, 1940.
A7,
About 280
ferried, and many more towed off in boats, all
were being transferred to mineaweepers.
6. At about
ke-Walker, airal C.B., OBB.E., R.N.,
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H.M.S.Vernon.
355
Portsmouth.
saturday.June.1st.1940.
Sir,
I have the honour to report on
the following ratings who served
under my command on Thursday
may. 30th on the beach at La Panne,
Belgium.
P.O.Taylor. Standard Chither
L.S. Carroll Alexanderg
Rechard A.B. Trevers. RERD. 514.
99907 Addent A.B. Forrester. 400 476
J. 102796
These men showed the greatest
ability and resourcefulness under
most arduous conditions. They
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2.
369
into two parties, one to work from Le Panne to Bray and
one from Bray to Dunkirk. Commander Gorton proceeded
along the beach with his party to work East of Bray and
later I with Commander Otway-Ruthven and two other officers
also proceeded along the beach to Bray. There were vast
numbers of troops on the beaches round Malo le Baine.
Enemy aircraft were heard overhead and they and the guns
west of Dunkirk were bombing and shelling Malo and Dunkirk
Fort. The night was very dark, the tide was low and
as we proceeded to Bray we met many large bodies of troops
making their way westward including a certain number of
French, who asked if they could be sent off.
I informed these that French ships might be expected
in due course.
Half way to Bray were sighted some ships at
anchor off the beach but heard nothing in reply to our hail.
Later we passed the CRESTED EAGLE high and dry and still
burning. A little further another ship was sighted to
seaward and a boat just observed. On hailing her, she
also,
proved to be from MEDWAY QUESN lying off. Later & second
boat and a power boat also came in. Te sent off 700 to
750 troops in these boats to MEDWAY QUEEN. As we approached
Bray in the lightening dawn, a number of destroyers, sloops
and scoots were seen to be lying off and embarkation was
proceeding in such boats as were available. Several boats
were aground, others were hold, and some had no cars.
At about 0500 (?) I reached Bray and made contact
If
had cleared for England and there were no further ships
with Headquarters. By about 0600 all destroyers, sloops, etc.,
available. At Bray I also met some Naval Officers who and had
apparently been working on the beaches for some time had
some Naval Lieutenants and Naval ratings who
apparently later arrived from EXCELLENT and VERNON. The lamps. latter
were leaving Dover I had understood that there be
few in number and a a certain amount of signal would
with 24 Aldis lamps, but these I never saw, and so was
Before Signal Ratings along the beaches adequately their supplied need
certainly felt. In any case, communication along if not
many with so many troops on the shore, with passing also
miles of flat beaches was very difficult and I
sorely ships anchored off beaches. Similarly between La Panne was
impossible felt the need of communication there
ship communication or until Thursday afternoon Dunkirk.
and no Bray and never any between Bray and
About 0800 I proceeded on a motor bicyle in to at La
very with whom I discussed the position. La Panne and some were
Panne fatigued where and ineffective condition. There to
I met Commander Dover who I felt He was took me
see Q.M.G. French troops between Bray and British ships, but
very many had been allowed to embark in had been
before I move westward to Malo. Off Le embarkation were
of these took steps to stop this, the French Panne there
ordered three to destroyers and sloops, and Not
appeared were to in evidence on the beaches, but to Bray an
two or be proceeding satisfactoriny. possibly many British they
were inshore the sky was then overcast and a the
troops among the dunes. On the return Scotch mist
hour later which was a Godsend, for throughout British forenoon
vast masses were proceeding along the beaches, and aircraft
prevailed of French troops quite apart from had
attacked, troops the carnage would have been dreadful.
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SEA TRANSPORT OFFICE,
rams: Divisional Transports,
Southampton.
) Tel. No.: Southampton 3678 & 5746.
$ Tel. No.: Southampton 4241.
THE
SOUTHAMPTON.
Extns. 531 & 730.
01A/JH/PA.
27th June, 1940
ly quote
CONFIDENTIAL
Sir,
I have the honour to forward the attached reports
on the services rendered by the undermentioned Officers
in the hope that some recognition of these services
can be made.
The Officers names are given in what in my opinion
is the order of relative merit:-
Lieutenant Allen Raymond Mackewn R.N.R.
Lieut-Comdr. Ralph William Vernon Soper .R.N.R.
Lieutenant Charles Edward Stocker .R.N.R.
Major Lionel Steele Wilkinson,R.M.
I have the honour to be
Your Sir, obedient Servant.
OFFICER.
The Director of Sea Transport
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Dynams 247
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- 59
H.M.S. IMPULSIVE
June 5th,1940
Sir,
I have the honour to submit the following report in
accordance with your memorandum No.B14/0/1101/40 of 4th
June 1940.
H.M.S. Impulsive arrived at Dover
from Immingham at 0840 on May 27th 1940, and sailed at 1140
(COPY).
Dynamo 242 458 3/4/01 1267
B
H.M.S. "VERNON",
h
PORTSNOUTH.
11th June, 1940.
: THE CAPTAIN,
H.M.S. "VERNON".
With reference to Confidential Portsmouth General
der 1700, I have the honour to submit the following :-
EVACUATION OF B.E.F.
I
During the period 0230/30 to 0115/1 Sig: W. GILL
a Able Seaman H. TAYLOR were outstanding amongst a very
rd-working party in embarking soldiers in boats at
Panne beach.
Throughout the period they continually went
to the sea above their waists to get the boats through surf,
a were ready day and night to get on with the work - Under
ell-fire and bombs they remained calm and cheerful, and
re ready for any job.
I have the honour to be, Sir,
,
Your obedient Servant,
ip
JUN 1940
#
(Sgd) ANTHONY GOODHART.
ded
A E HH
3r,
Lieutenant, R.N.
cly
II.
f.
To: 211/24.
THE VICE ADMIRAL, DOVER.
(Copy to:- The Commander-in-Chief, Portamouth).
Submitted with reference to Confidential Portsmouth
General Order 1700.
H.M.S. "VERNON",
PORTSMOUTH.
12th June, 1940.
CAPTAIN.

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Page 2.
Mention in Dispatches, (cont.)
3. Ch.Stoker Ernest James Day, C/K.61574.
Was of great assistance in helping the Soldiers on board and
enerally guiding them to suitable parts of the Ship and seeing to
heir comfort. He showed a fine spirit.
4. Ldg.Sea. Clive Frederick Mane Cooper, C/JX.137062.
Coxwain of the Niger's motor boat who showed excellent leader-
ship and seamanship in towing the Doats to and from the beaches. He
an every trip that the motor boat made on Higer's three evacuations
rom the beaches, and was quite tireless. He also resoued many sold-
Lers in danger of drowning. If Niger had been more often under fire
should have no hesitation in recommending this Rating for a decor-
tion.
5. Luz.Sea. George Frederick Crick, C/J.45439.
Coxwain of the whaler ,performed excellent work in assisting the
the troops from the shore and showed considerable leadership.
6. L.S.B.A. Arthur Vernon Lional MaIllroy, C/MX.50059.
Was most able in the work which he had to do helping the wounded.
showed untiring willingness in aiding the exhausted soldiers and
as of great assistance to the Medical Officer.
Decoration.
Lieut-Comdr. Lionel James Spencer Ede, R.N.
"S"N"H
Finally Ede, Commanding Officer of H.M.S. Salamanderwhose Salamander report was
I wish to submit to your notice for a decoration
ou will is one of my Flotilla and I feel that Coxwain of H.M.S. is
eu t-Comdr. already have had. I was not in company when his conduct
maged but she I must also add that the Torpedo Company with
rthy of mention. requested to see no on behalf of the Ship's in their
lamander forward Lieut-Commander Rie's name as
inion view to he bringing gave them a great lead and was a source of inspiration when
ings were unpleasant.
(Signed) St. J. CRONYN
VIDE AD MIRAL
Commander in Command.
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(COPY).
140
TUG C.9.
to 135
6th June, 1940.
To:
Captain of "VERNON".
Sir,
On the 1st June, as Master of Tug C.9. I was at
Dunkirk when two destroyers were barbed and having received orders
to assist to tow one, and then ordered to go to the other, believed
to be the "KEITH", which was sunk after the crow had been taken
off by H.M.S. "SLOOP". I was on resoue duty, the bombing was 80
that I witnessed the destruction of four ships, namely
H.M.S. severe "BRIGHTON QUESN", H.M.S. "SCOBIA", H.N.S. "KETTH", which
had just left Durlirk full of troops during these operations,
a air. All through the operations whether on the
bomb bursting approx. 30 ft. astern of the Tug, lifting Bridge stern
with a the side to help the wounded, P.O. Steward and coolness, P.O.
in the rifle trying to shoot down Energy planes, or resouing Duck, troops
over loaned to us from effort. H.N.S. "VERNON" Their discipline were models and obedience of to courage orders
at all I fail to convey to you, sir, as their conduct.
and unceasing times was exemplary, and I feel that I should commanding be neglecting
my Officer, duty if my sincere admiration of their exceptional
I an, Sir,
Yours obediently,
(Sgd) J. TRELSAVEN.
Master Tug 0.9.
Portamouth Dockyard.
JUN
H.S.
MALOOLIS
In Command.
T
II.
The Vice Admiral. Dover.
545.
2050 1st. June 1940 H.M.S. ninety "VENOMOUS" embarked with
rders to proceed 2nd. June 1940 the ship section(Lt. Cdr.
beach party, to a position off arrived but no boats embark
6. consisting At of ten Officers T.MALO-LES-BAINS and men, and
roops. At 0030 shore. Number One landing Nothing further CRAIG was R.N.)
een of this party. troops. He stated that party. After half one of
ulled ashore inship's At 0200 R.A.D. ordered he would order
ppeared from the whaler to investigate, the ship to berth
longside and embark the whaler and berthing H.M.S. "VENOMOUS" returned an hour
longside he M.S. to take troops over had been embarked 0515. and
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From: Commander in Command Nine Recovery Flotilla, North Shields.
Date: 10th June, 1940.
trues TO artifieria on and staff
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of the 5 accots under m command on the 30 rights of # 3/4 oved June. of
2. of the 2nd Hells Plotilla, PER was offered command of the a Dutch
On being refused permission to take the drifters
Scoota, "PASCHOLL", "HORIBRUG", individualigo and #a "BORNRIF"
ON
and 3. communication was difficult. I made some rought orders on
There was little time to nake any atrangements
a signal pad and sent them round by the motor boat which took
me aboard "PASCHOLL".
02 wonners
Under vay about 1600 for RV at N. Goodwin.
4. "RNIGER" had meanwhile run aground on the juern on a falling
tide and was out of it.
Proceeded in company without incident, timing
5. my speed to each No. 12 Buiry Dunkerque at 2230.
orders were to use lestern pier Houvean avant Port, avant Port
6. rounding Ny Western nole I headed into the in this area 80
I I was unable astern to and headed for est pier of which
and, on find enough water anywhere the main harbour,
I came could 800 against the burning some
7. Hounwhile of lest Pier. They got "LENA" which up
2 of my ships passed no their and tried bows to go to
pier but had a job of the two grounded just alongaide 110.
alongside West side getting their stern to off and the pier. I was
108
the alongside outside east ship side and "HORNSREG" -
8. very glad to The find Pier Commender H.R. Troup, who appointed
was full of French trodpit said and he I had was
himelf Piermaster.
I were unable to get and A tug leave to pluck her. "LENA"
one and Family He and had to take the for DIT
Lieut. thership with and destroyer escort also
Wine, R.N. and his TORISRUG Sub. Lieut. was were
neerchile . scross loading my decise astern There of was us. is Comminder Troup
reasel Loading alongside each side the situation in spite of having the loading elmost
had complete control without of his help and judgment of
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have and 10. there taken were Troup, more. ships to There go waiting with was what to get I had alongaide, - "HORNBRUG" and "BORNRIF"
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craft for urgent Government service and the goodwodll and assistance
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r OF SHIPS WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY - 4TH JUNE, 1940
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS (continued)
PORTSMOUTH A/P YACHTS
AHOLA
CARYANDA
NONETA
ANLAH
EILA II
SERIOLA
ANKH
LAHLOO
THELE
BOUNTY
MASAYRU
MISCELLANEOUS H.M. SHIPS (small craft)
A.L.C. 5
GREY MIST (Dan-laying
A.L.C. 15
Vessel)
A.L.C. 16
# GRIVE (F.A.A. Yacht)
A.L.C. 17
KINDRED STAR (Drifter)
ALOUETTE II
#
KING ORRY (Armed Boarding
(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
# AMULREE (Harbour Defence
LLANTHONY (Examination
Patrol Craft)
Service Vessel)
ARONIA (Yacht)
LORMONT (Armed Boarding
BEN AND LUCY (Drifter)
Vessel)
BLUEBIRD (M.B.)
MONARDA (Drifter)
BYSTANDER
MONA'S ISLE (Armed Boarding
(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
CALETA (Harbour Defence
ST. OLAVES (Rescue Tug)
Patrol Craft)
TARRET (A/S Yacht)
CHRYSTOBEL II (Harbour
THRIFTY (Drifter)
Defence Patrol Craft )
v. 4 ("Vernon's pinnace)
"DOLPHIN'S" MOTOR-BOAT
VELIA (Armed Trawler)
EVELYN ROSE (Trawler)
VERNON I
"EXCELLENT'S" A/A MOTOR-BOAT
VIVIANA (A/S Trawler)
GAVA (Trawler)
GLALA (Harbour Defence Patrol
Craft)
DUTCH SKOOTS (Commissioned with Naval Crews)
ABEL TASMAN
DOGGERSBANK
PACIFIC
AEGIR
FREDANJA
PASCHOLL
ALICE
FRISCO
PATRIA
AMAZONE
GORECHT
PRINCESS JULIANA
ANTJE
HEBE
REIGER
ATLANTIC
HILDA
RIKA
BART
HONDSRUG
RUJA
BORNRIF
HORST (Abandoned)
SAN ANTONIO
BRANDARIS
JAVA
SURSUM CORDA
CARIBIA
JUTLAND
TILLY
DELTA
KAAPFALGA
TINY
DEMOK I
LENA
TUNG
DENEB
ORANJE
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DESPATCH II
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After rail stanchion smashed down by cable. Doctor
Brydon a brick through all this, as he stuck to wheel carrying out
my instructions, whilst I helped Westwood and Gabriel to get fresh
lines back to "Idaho". Cable parted and took capstan with it.
Almost lost her altogether; managed to get another line back to
him. Beachy Head very close now, about 1 mile away.
Time 9.45 p.m. signalling us from Beachy Head, but cannot read it,
too fast. Rounded Beachy Head and Patrol Boat F. came out, asked
whether I needed assistance. I asked him if he could take "Idaho"
off me. He agreed and told me to follow closely as area was mined.
Managed to get alongside Patrol boat to pass tow over. Port Boat
davits badly bent and part rail and stanchions smashed when rolling
heavily alongside Patrol Boat. "Idaho" in tow of Patrol Boat, and
we following, much easier now. Dark, small stern light shown
from F. and "Idaho". Followed over a very much changing course
until lights were entinguished, word being passed back that enemy
planes were overhead. Very difficult to hold Patrol boat now as
I could only see him against an occasional search light glare.
3.6.40
About 2.a.m. Patrol boat slipped "Idaho" and told him to anchor and
not to move. I drew abreast and tried to drop anchor. It would
not run SO had to pull 15 fthm out of locker, and cut lashing to let
it run. Anchor did not bite, so had to come back to position
again, and pull up another 15 fthm, cut lashing and let it go.
Anchor held this time and so shut off engines. Doctor and Westwood
turned in, and Gabriel and I searched "Warrior" for any possible
leaks. No leaks anywhere, so turned in as dawn was breaking.
Woke about 6.30 a.m.
3.6.1940
Had breakfast. Fresh patrol boat came out and took "Idaho" in tow.
We had to heave anchor up by hand. Got it up and followed inshore.
Waited outside Newhaven some time and tug came out and took "Idaho"
in. I followed and we berthed
12 noon. Rang Mr. Vernon to report and set to stripping anchor
winch. Found winch had three inches of water in it, and armature
was half submerged. Dismantled motor cleaned and dried and
re-assembled. Ran quite O.K. Re-assembled winch and tested -perfect.
Mr. Vernon hadarrived and told me to carry on. Made arrangements
with naval officer to leave early next morning and received sailing
orders. Turned in 12 p.m.
4.6.1940
Newhaven Harbour. Left berth 5 a.m. and had to wait at harbour
entrance for boom to be lowered at 7 a.m. Cleared pierhead 7.10
a.m. N.87 W to Rottingdean 7.35 a.m. Off Rottingdean turned to S.S.W.
after taking on Petrol au
About 10.30 a.m. an we arrived at Southend Pier and 29/5
were asked to take the vessel to Dunkirk as there were
not sufficient Naval Ratings available. Provisions for
three days and more petrol were taken aboard, and we were
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DUNKIRK COMMITTEE
DEPARTS
Meeting at held the at 11 a.m. on Wednesday 14th August, 1940
Ministry of Shipping, Room 8021A
AGENDA:
1. Minutes of Meeting held on 7th August, 1940.
2. Matters arising.
3. Report of Payments for week ended 13th August, 1940.
4. Cases for discussion and settlement on the table:-
I. Total Loss:-
"Albatross" - H.W.Copeland
"Aloha-oe" - Vernon Bodley
5. Any other business.

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LIST OF SHIPS WHICH TOOK PART IN OPERATION "DYNAMO" - 26TH MAY 4TH JUNE, 1940
PART I - BRITISH SHIPS (continued)
PORTSMOUTH A/P YACHTS
AHOLA
CARYANDA
NONETA
ANLAH
EILA II
SERIOLA
ANKH
LAHLOO
THELE
BOUNTY
MASAYRU
MISCELLANEOUS H.M. SHIPS (small craft)
A.L.C. 5
GREY MIST (Dan-laying
A.L.C. 15
Vessel)
A.L.C. 16
# GRIVE (F.A.A. Yacht)
A.L.C. 17
KINDRED STAR (Drifter)
ALOUETTE II
#
KING ORRY (Armed Boarding
(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
# AMULREE (Harbour Defence
LLANTHONY (Examination
Patrol Craft)
Service Vessel)
ARONIA (Yacht)
LORMONT (Armed Boarding
BEN AND LUCY (Drifter)
Vessel)
BLUEBIRD (M.B.)
MONARDA (Drifter)
BYSTANDER
MONA'S ISLE (Armed Boarding
(Echo Sounding Yacht)
Vessel)
CALETA (Harbour Defence
ST. OLAVES (Rescue Tug)
Patrol Craft)
TARRET (A/S Yacht)
CHRYSTOBEL II (Harbour
THRIFTY (Drifter)
Defence Patrol Craft)
V. 4 ("Vernon's" pinnace)
"DOLPHIN'S" MOTOR-BOAT
VELIA (Armed Trawler)
EVELYN ROSE (Trawler)
VERNON I
"EXCELLENT'S' A/A MOTOR-BOAT
VIVIANA (A/S Trawler)
GAVA (Trawler)
GLALA (Harbour Defence Patrol
Craft)
DUTCH SKOOTS (Commissioned with Naval Crews)
ABEL TASMAN
DOGGERSBANK
PACIFIC
AEGIR
FREDANJA
PASCHOLL
ALICE
FRISCO
PATRIA
AMAZONE
GORECHT
PRINCESS JULIANA
ANTJE
HEBE
REIGER
ATLANTIC
HILDA
RIKA
BART
HONDSRUG
RUJA
BORNRIF
HORST (Abandoned)
SAN ANTONIO
BRANDARIS
JAVA
SURSUM CORDA
CARIBIA
JUTLAND
TILLY
DELTA
KAAPFALGA
TINY
DEMOK I
LENA
TUNG
DENEB
ORANJE
TWENTE
DESPATCH II
ORANGE YREESWIJH
VREDE
ZEUS
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THE BRITISH SHIP ADOPTION SOCIETY
OR SEAFARERS)]
DIXON HOUSE, NUE, LONDON, E.C.3.
7th September, 1940.
Telegrams: SHIPADOP, LONDON.
Admiral SIR EDWARD EVANS, E.C.B. D.S.O.
Vice
Presidents
69
And at TRIDENT HOUSE,
70
Dear S1PON
Please Reply
116, DOCK STREET,
VISCOUNT SANDON
NEWPORT, MON.
SIR F. VERNON THOMSON
E. H. WMT. Cross has asked me to
Telephone: NEWPORT (Mon.) 3128
Telegrams: SHIPADOP, NEWPORT (Mon.)
Chairman :
thank you for your letter of the
Secretary :
th tember with which you were
6th September,1
good enough to send him a copy of
Minister of Shipping,
the first Bulletin issued by your
Berkeley Square,
Society. Mr. Cross was much
interested in the contents of this
Dear Mr. Cross,
publication.
Yours faithfully,
your acceptance a copy
1. M of Hynand - interesting you may like to ther for
and which we trust you
unBellamy & your Dunkirk collection
similar bulletin at
Footain KEENLYSIDE
nost encouraged by the
on our first effort.
2. M. Dailbe P.
Private Secretary.
respectfully,
S.E.Britten, Esq.
Secretary.
SEB/DW.
Enclosure
tide was ebb, it being about 21/2 hours after high water. and
ATTA
When I arrived in Dunkerque Roads there were a large
number of other vessels in the vicinity, both large and small.
There was some confusion owing to the heavy bombardment
from the shore and the activity of hostile aircraft.
Just after 11 p.m. I heard the sound of a heavy
collision close to my vessel.
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THE BRITISH SHIP ADOPTION SOCIETY
(AND COMFORTS SERVICE FOR SEAFARERS)
DIXON HOUSE, I, LLOYDS AVENUE, LONDON, E.C.3.
Telephone: ROYAL 6016-7
Telegrams: SHIPADOP, LONDON.
President :
Admiral SIR EDWARD EVANS, K.C.B., D.S.O.
And at TRIDENT HOUSE,
70
Vice-Presidents
116, DOCK STREET,
LORD ESSENDON
Please Reply to:-
NEWPORT, MON.
VISCOUNT SANDON
SIR F. VERNON THOMSON
LONDON.
Telephone: NEWPORT (Mon.) 3128
E. H. WATTS, Esq.
Telegrams: SHIPADOP, NEWPORT (Mon.)
Chairman :
E. H. WATTS, Esq.
Secretary :
S. E. BRITTEN.
6th September, 1940.
The Rt. Hon. R.H. Cross, M.P.
Minister of Shipping,
Berkeley Square House,
Berkeley Square,
LONDON. W.1.
Dear Mr. Cross,
I am submitting for your acceptance a copy
of the first Bulletin we have issued and which we trust you
will find interesting.
We hope to publish a similar bulletin at
regular intervals, and we have been most encouraged by the
number of congratulatory messages upon our first effort.
Yours respectfully,
Secretary.
SEB/DW.
Enclosure
THE
the
tide was ebb, it being about 21/2 hours after high water.
When I arrived in Dunkerque Roads there were a large
number of other vessels in the vicinity, both large and small.
There was some confusion owing to the heavy bombardment
from the shore and the activity of hostile aircraft.
Just after 11 p.m. I heard the sound of a heavy
collision close to my vessel.
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10.
we could have taken more. There was
At about 0030 we had a good 10ad, althouch
the arrival of the troops and there were ships
waiting to get alongside, so I decided, after
and "BORNRIF" following independently.
consulting Tromp, to 80 with what I had - #HORNSRUG"
11.
There was no shelling or bo bingof the part
of either the harbour the where we were, and no incident to reports
in harbour on the return journey.
12.
well taped beforehand, and nothing left to chance.
The officers of the ship had their organisatic
shewed great judgment.
The C.O. Licut. Wise only joined the day before, and
Licut. de Mornay, R.N. came as a volunteer to
His pilot me to harbour having made several recent trips.
of the service was invaluable. I took over the handling
and leaving, not that I doubted Wise's capacity,
ship at the entrance of Durikerque, both entering
but because the importance of accurate handling was
such that I preferred to have it in my own hands.
13.
I have made no recommendations in respect of
this operation in view of the fact that the S ips were
at ano time under fire, whereas the majority of ships
taking part were continually bombed and shelled.
PT
&
0
VIV
14
4
2
I have the honour to be Sir,
12 JUN 1940
H.M.S. M 2745/636 VERNON
Your obedient servant,
(SHammd
CO ANDER R.
II.
No: 211/27.
THE VICE ADMIRAL,
DOVER.
(Copy to:-
The Commander-in-Chief, H.M.Ships & Vessels, Ports
Portsmouth General Order 1700.
Submitted, with reference to Confidential
H.M.S. "VERNON",
PORTSMOUTH.
13th June, 1940.
Magerton
CAPTAIN.
VICE ADMIRAL
15 JUN 1940
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The Commanding Officer,
HMS "Vernon".
From. Commanding Office
HMS "Bystand
lsv. June 1940.
leport upon the action of seaman cook J.H.N. Elton (RM.
Patrol Service) in reseuring survivors from Hins King
Deparms 1,62 152 157
The Commanding officer.
From
HMS "Vernon"
HMS "Bystander"
1-6- 40.
in of
this
I beg to submit the enclosed report to you upon the
word
riseworthy action of one of my ctew, I. Elton, cook on
about
rd this ship, in diving into the water to assist in
cuing twenty survivors of the troop transport "King
1 off Dunkisk in the early hours of Thursday 30th
process
y.
dens for
As this man was manily responsible for the saving
these officers and men, I submit his name be
at
sidered for an award.
to HARS
I am. yours obsedintly,
ger of
H.J. Bange ( Lub. lt., RNVR)
the dog
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158
153
The Commanding Officer,
HMS "Vernon".
From Commanding Office,
HMS "Bystander."
Isv. June 1940.
Report upon the action of seaman cook J.H.H. Elton (RM.
Patrol Service) in reseuring survivors from Hims King
Orry on 30st cllay 1940.
"
Sir,
I beg to submit the following report upon the action of
man cook J.H.H. Elton. a member of the of this
ship, when this ship was engaged in reseuring survivors
HMS "King Orly: when she foundared off Dunkirk at about
+5 30 th ellay, 1940.
This ship. an echo-sounding vessel was in the process
refitting at Ramsgate when she was given route orders for
unkink to assist in transporting troops to England.
During this operation. I arrived at Dumkink at
30 of 29th ellay 1940 I was instructed to proceed to HMS
ing Pry" and take off her arew as she was in danger of
bundering as a result of a bombing raid earlier in the day.
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Dynam 212
Dulela
1230
1572
Vice-Admival,
From. Commanding Officer,
Dover.
(leho-smundrif your)
HMS Bryetandar.
10d June. 1940.
Report on operation Dynama In accordance with
Confidential Portsmouth general Grder 1y00. (6.fune19100)
(bopy to bim b., Portimouth).
Dyram 162561 158
of refilting since 14th allay
H.M.S. 'VERNON,'
PORTSMOUTH.
: I gave instructions that
4th June, 1940.
00, 29.00 allay. I had the
Report on action of Seaman Cook J.H.H.
ELTON in rescuing survivors from
have and every available
H.M.S. "KING ORRY".
troops.
II.
it four daifters of the othine-
No: 211/22.
The Commander-in-Chief,
and entered Dunkink
H. M. Ships & Vessels,
Portsmouth.
Submitted.
who was temporarily in
and I steamed up the
*
COMMANDER-IN-CHISE JUN
PORT3MOUTH III
Sgalon CAPTAIN.
0/6 escertain the depth of
- to the town. I received
No. 5400/42
VICE ADMIRAL, DOVER.
your message 2001 of 4th June,
Referred with reference 1940. to
t of Has King Only as
ALBLA have
As the Commanding
Portsmouth. 1940 ΓoΓ Admiral.
reded to two of the cline
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339
From Actual A. 317
RNVR.
To. Captain H.M.S. Veriou
H.M.S. "VERNON",
Blulel uss
Portsmouth.
6th June 1940.
H.M.S. "VERNON,"
311
PORTSMOUTH.
8th June, 1940.
Report of Movements of "DORIENTA" and
"BEN LUCY".
unit the following
ifters *HEN & LUCY" and
136/49.
a to Tuesday, June 4th.
VICE ADMIRAL,
OVER.
rs received from
(Copy to:- The Commander-in-Chief,
sailed from "VERNON"
Portsmouth).
29th May aboard *300 &
nd for Ramagate.
ful, the visibility Tory
Submitted with reference to
May we passed Dover
onfidential Portsmouth General Order 1700
arbour at 1645. I
ge and was told to stand
en until the following
a.
Maelon
May I received orders
pulling boats in tow,
: small craft). No
CAPTAIN.
:eed was adjusted to the
Loh was necessarily slow.
1 of the West entrance to
VICE AD MIRAL 1940
10 of enemy bombers
at high altitude; they
driven off, but not
ad been dropped mong the
DOVER
R
to observe that two
.D. "LORD HOOD" (this
"FAIRBREEZE" which I
this attack I angaged one
guns, the destruction
one of our fighters,
ged and No proceeded into
to the East of Dunkirk
harbour at 2100, approaching the shore to a depth of three
fathoms. I ordered both my vessels to ship their boats
fatorment the boats in shore with instructions to return
obe parent ships if possible.
when the was now dark, and when the heats were inshore
D beach smenced shelling the beach and the bay, 1
to sant my ship moving and instructed "DORIENTA"
as soon SA she N&S loaded.
sed then hailes then hailed by H.M.D. "PRASABLE", It. Turner
11, Iquested & nequested & tow as his angines had been
in with shell, I racshell, I replied that I would do SQ as soon
with sso shd with troops.
ps.
turning four
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From Acting Ar.
To. Captain H.M.S. Veriou
RNSR.
H.M.S. "VERNON",
Portsmouth.
6th June 1940.
Sir,
I have the honour to submit the following
report of the movements of H.M.Drifters "BIDIV & LUCY" and
"DORIENTA" from Wednesday, May 29th to Tuesday, June 4th.
In accordance with orders received from
Commander-in-Chief, Portsmouth, I sailed from "VERNON"
North Pier at 2400 on Wednesday, 29th May aboard "EIGN &
LUCY", "DORIENTA" in company, bound for Ramsgate.
The passage was uneventful, the visibility very
bad. At 1405 on Thursday, 30th May we passed Dover
arriving at anchor off Ramsgate Harbour at 1645. I
reported to Naval Officer in Charge and was told to stand
by day. for orders, which were not given until the following
Friday, 3180.
At 1350 on May I received orders
to proceed to Dunkirk taking four pulling boats in tow,
("DORIENTA" in company also towing small craft). We
proceeded by route 15 W. Our speed was adjusted to the
remainder of the large Armada' which was necessarily slow.
At 2000 we were just to the North of the West entrance to
Dunkirk channel when a large force of enemy bombers
attacked us from the East flying at high altitude; they
were engaged by our fighters and driven off, but not
before a large number of bombs had been dropped among the
assembled shipping. I was able to observe that two
vessels were struck, namely, H.M.D. "LORD HOOD" (this
vessel was towed back) and H.M.D. "FAIRBREEZE" which I
was informed was sunk. During this attack I engaged one
dive bomber with our two machine gune, the destruction
of this machine was completed by one of our fighters.
Neither of my two units was damaged and we proceeded into
the channel arriving off the bay to the East of Dunkirk
harbour at 2100, approaching the shore to a depth of three
fathoms. I ordered both my vessels to sRip their boats
and sent the boats in shore with instructions to return
to their parent ships if possible.
It was now dark, and when the boats were inshore
the enemy commenced shelling the beach and the bay, 1
therefore kept my ship moving and instructed "DORIENTA"
to return independently as soon as she was loaded.
I was then hailed by H.M.D. "FEASABLE", It.Turner
R.N.V.R. who requested & tow as his engines had been
disabled by & shell, I replied that I would do so as soon
as I had filled with troops.
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one was destroyed by a shell.
power boats boat to return containing control officers who ordered by
While embarking the troops I was hailed a
instructed to the beach closer to the harbour. my
troops, this these boats to the position indicated.. with At
to tow & motor boat which came alongside me, also I
stage contact with "DORIENTA" was broken and I
presumed that she had proceeded as previously directed.
My boats having departed I made contact with
H.M.D. "FEASABLE" taking her in tow and proceeded to
Westward in search of further troops. When off the
harbour entrance I contacted three boat loads of troops
and took them aboard, as there were no boats crews I put
them in tow astern of H.M.D. "FEASABLE".
"BEN & 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 (?) "LETITIA" of Southend who requested a
tow as he was short of fuel, I told him to tail on, and
June 1st.
continued my passage, the time being approximately 0100
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 A.A. gunfire and searchlights had
been active for the last half hour. At approximately 0330
8. very heavy explosion occured close to the port quarter
of "FEASABLE". The skipper and I were thrown across the
bridge with great violence. On looking aft 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
large vessel, and as "FEASABLE" was still in tow and made
no signal for assistance I continued. (I was subsequently
informed by "LETITIA" that another smack named "ROWAN" which
had attached herself to the tow unknown to me had been sunk
by this explosion.)
at
"BEN & LUCY" was now making water & about one
foot per hour.
About 0700 I was overtaken and hailed by "VERNON"
Pinnace V.4. who requested & course for the North Goodwin
Light Vessel and then proceeded ahead of us.
At approximately 0745 we sighted North Goodwin to
port and headed for Ramsgate.
When approximately 3 miles to the N.E. of Ramsgate
"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 the "ROWAN" I ordered him to report to Naval Officer
in Charge, Ramsgate. He replied that he was returned
whence he came. I repeated my previous instructions which
I do not think he obeyed.
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signalled "FEASABLE" my intention to tow her in lashed
alongside "BEN & LUCY". While attempting to do this
the tow rope was picked up by a length of sweep wire
which apparently had been foul of our propeller since
leaving Portsmouth. Our propeller became hopelessly
fouled so we were both obliged to anchor. I signalled
Pierhead that I had 100 troops, including two wounded and
that I was disabled. A launch came off and took the troops
ashore. We remained at anchor until Monday morning having
made unsuccessful attempts to obtain a tow into harbour to
clear the screw.
At 1000 on Monday, June 3rd we were towed in
by drifter "RENASCENT" and at low tide succeeded in
clearing our screw by acetylene cutter. While this
operation was on hand I succeeded in contacting the
skipper of "DORIENTA". He reported to me that his engines
had been damaged by the explosion of a shell but that he
had managed to return at reduced speed (the boiler had moved
and broken the joints in several steam pipes causing
flooding in the engine room which in turn blocked up the
bilge pumps with ashes). I reported to Captain Wharton R.N.
who instructed me to return to Portsmouth and take "DORIENTA's"
crew with me as "DORIENTA" was "wrecked", but on the assurance
of her skipper that he was confident he could bring her
back to Portsmouth I returned to Captain Wharton and
sought permission to bring "DORIENTA" back, as, if it
proved necessary, I could have taken her in tow. This
permission was granted and at 0600 on Tuesday, June 4th
we weighed anchor and made passage to Portsmouth, arriving
at 2100.
I wish to place on record and draw attention to,
the perfect discipline and devotion to duty of all members
of both crews, with particular mention of Skipper
W.A. Whatling R.N.R., Skipper .F.Reynolds R.N.R, and the
engine room staff of H.M.D. "DORIENTA" whose coolness
in maintaining way on the ship in most arduous conditions
undoubtedly prevented the abandonment of this ship.
I have the honour to be,
CAPT H.M.S. -7- "VERNON" AIN 1940
Sir,
Your Obedient Servant,
LM.Shs
Acting Lieutenant, R.N.V.R.
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0 Captai.. of "Vernon".
Tug 0.9
6th June 1940.
9 Bg
iro
on the 1st June as Master of Tug C.9 I was at Dunkirk
hen two destroyers were bombed and having received orders
il from
0 assist to tow one and then ordered to go to the other
elioved to be the "Keith" which was sunk after the crew
18 bombing was BO severe that I witnessed the destruction
ad been ta en off by H.M.S. Sloop. I was on resoue duty
four ships, namely H.M.S. "BRIGHTON QUEEN", H.M.S. "SCOBIA"
ring these operations a bomb bursting (approx.) 30 ft.
M.S. "KEITH" which had just left Dunkirk full of troops.
erations whether on the Bridge with a rifle trying to
tern of the Tug lifting stern in the air. All through the
46422 SGOE
pot down enemy planes or rescuing troops over the side to
be 15 yoh
lp the wounded P.O. Steward and P.O.
loaned to us
m H.M.S. "VERNON" were models of coolness, courage and
easing effort. Their discipline and obedience to
at to
lers at all times was exemplary and I feel that I should
neglecting my duty if I fail to convey to you, Sir, as
.r Commanding Officer my sincere admiration of their
yei
eptional conduct.
of
I am, Sir,
a
Yours obediently,
& been
(sd) J. TRELEAVEN.
Bed on
Master Tug C.9.
ken off
Portsmouth Dock-ard.
by
tack again
the leaving the leaving Dunkirk full of
shifes HMS ships HMS Brighton Luen and
by off Boal by Officer in motor Boal to
hs
include rescures of to sure of Survivors, of said
lem
reserving Survivori Onemy
Offices in sppriers) 18m number dropping
c of 69 French destroyer which was
of Office) 18 Surviviven B9 and HMS Esk.
Officer mbr, baplain of HMS Esk to proced to
French an Survivor
e of of lane of hat Swowors y had owing Survivors
e) using 18m was sun y inco an the attack. bapitain Having a first Offiere 30 of
French Sumander I was able, to proceed
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To
baptain of Veinon
Tug bq
6 June
Sir
On the i June ces master of
Tug Bq. I 11 as at Dunkisk when two
received orders to assist to low one and the
destroyer were bonebed and having
the Keith which was suck cefter the crw
ordered to go to the thes believed to be
had been liken off by HMS sloop
I was on rescue duty the bombing was so
severe that I witnessed the distruction of
four ships Feamily HMS Brighton Incen
HMS Scobia HMS Rith which had just left
414
leving these operation
Bu/0/1293
c) 307l astem
the air
H.M.S. "VERNON,"
m whelher on
PORTSMOUTH. 391
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(Copy to:- The Commander-in-Chief,
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Portsmouth).
Stanley A. Steward, P.O. P/J.111270.
Hort bnce to orders at
Arthur W. Duck, P.O. P/J.105768.
Master of Tug C.9 letter of 6/6/1940).
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C.B.O.
Sir,
6x Imday the 31" M May. are the S. Jug Vincia
left Ramagah in taw of three skiffs for Duskin at
2.45pm.
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This operation of holding the bifeboats end on to the beach,
combined with the continuous bombing from the air, proved
too difficult a task for the crews. After doing it twice
I had only one lifeboat remaining, the others having broached
to and swamped themselves. Also, there was continuous
shelling from the batteries from the Western side. So the
only alternative left to me was to ferry troops from the
piers to the trawler.
Atlantic
With the trawler filled we set out for home
but we had not been under way long before the trawler struck
a wreck. I sent out an S-0-S on the siren. It was quickly
answered by a Dutch 'scoot' which came to our rescue, took
off our troops and leaving the trawler "FAIRBREEZE" to sink,
landed us back at Ramsgate at about 7.30am.
That night I comandeered a fast motorboat
"VERNON 1" and set out again for Dunkirk to ferry troops
off the piers out to the Destroyers and waiting transports.
I continued this operation until dawn when the starboard
engine or the launch fell to peices and I had to be towed
home to Ramsgate rull of troops.
The next boat I got was the "PIGEON" one of the
War Dept. boats which continued to run magnificently for the
remainder of the operations. From now on I did not try the
beaches any more but ferried troops from the piers to the
waiting transports outside Dunkirk. This seemed my best