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Royal Navy Ship
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Mandi | Report | 6 May 2004 17:45 |
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Following my grandmothers death recently, we were going through some old photos and found one of a man in naval uniform on the deck of a ship. Mum thinks this may be one of her uncles (although she doesn’t know which side of the family). It was suggested that we try and find out through the ships records as he is wearing his cap which clearly shows the name ‘Wilderness’. Unfortunately, I can find no trace of a ship by this name anywhere (there is nothing on the Royal Navy website which lists all ships which have either been lost, decommissioned or are still serving). Any suggestions where I can look? |
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Judith | Report | 6 May 2004 20:12 |
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Try contacting the Historical Society at the Royal Naval Dockyard at Chatham. A search on Google will find them. They are really, really helpful - for a donation! Judith |
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PennyDainty | Report | 6 May 2004 20:34 |
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There was an American ship called The Wilderness, try this site http://www.history.navy.mil/danfs/w8/wilderness.htm Hope it helps |
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Mandi | Report | 7 May 2004 13:15 |
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Thanks. It definitely said Wilderness (we got the magnifying glass out!). I'll give Chatham a go and see if we can find out anything from them. Mandi |
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