Tommy Shields joined the Royal Navy in 1936. His ship, HMS Gurkha – an L class destroyer – was to … More
Category: RN WW2
Northern Irish Submariners in WW2
The Northern Ireland contribution to HM submarines in World War II is most remarkable. It includes bravery to the utmost … More
HMS Repulse sunk by Japanese in Force Z attempt to defend Singapore
14 men from Northern Ireland were amongst the 436 who died when HMS Repulse was sunk as part of Force … More
In arctic waters Part 1 – Narvik in a nutshell
Men from Londonderry and Carrickfergus played major role in a diverse and dangerous operation.
In Arctic waters – Part 2 – The loss of Glorious
On Saturday 8th June, 1940, the aircraft carrier HMS Glorious and her escorts HMS Acasta and HMS Ardent were sunk by … More
In Arctic waters – Part 3 – The Murmansk run
Northern Ireland’s service in the Russian convoys – Lisburn and Bangor men survived loss of HMS Edinburgh; four NI men … More
In Arctic waters – Part 4 – Roll of Honour
These served in the Battle of Narvik and the Russian convoys.
NI Naval air ace’s lead role in sinking three battleships In WW2
The exploits of Michael Torrens-Spence DSO DSC DFC, and an Honour Roll of Fleet Air Arm personnel from NI.
Remembrance NI - Every day is a Remembrance Day 