Many men and from every part of Ni served with the Royal Naval Division in WW1. They took part in … More
Month: October 2021
October 30. Navy officer played key role in Bletchley Park success. Roll of Honour
William Beggs, a Royal Marine from Belfast who fought in Gallipoli and the defence of Antwerp in WW1, died on … More
October 29. Polar expert improved Arctic convoy kit. Roll of Honour
Surgeon Captain Edward W Bingham from Dungannon was one of the most experienced polar explorers before WW2. His expertise developed … More
October 28. Ulster Riflemen and their Canadian comrades. Roll of Honour
Today is the anniversary of the founding regiment of the Royal Marines. Alex Apsley from Ballymena died in the RM … More
October 27. The minesweepers of WW II. Roll of Honour
October 27 – Mine sweeping in WW2 was the main role of the Royal Naval Patrol Service (RNPS) which at … More
October 26. War’s end for Ulster Division. Roll of Honour
On this day in 1918, the Ulster Division is ordered that at night, they would be relieved from the Frontline. … More
October 25. Dungannon RN Surgeon was leading WW1 medic. Roll of Honour
Featured today is one of the most famous naval surgeons of his time. Surgeon Rear-Admiral, David Hewitt from Dungannon entered … More
October 24. A second Lord O’Neill dies in wars. Roll of Honour
October 24 – Leslie Porter was a keen car racer and international rally driver from Derry and Holywood who became … More
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