NOTICE BOARD
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H.M.S. INDEFATIGABLE ASSOCIATION
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Calling ex Shipmates
LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ANY OLD SHIPMATES THAT SERVED IN HMS INDEFATIGABLE
AND I'LL ADVERTISE IT ON THE SITE FOR YOU
mailto:mail1@hmsindefatigable.co.uk
If you are looking to
contact friends or relatives from the forces why not try
http://www.lostcomms.co.uk
http://wwwforcesuntited.org
http://www.modreunited.com
http://www.oldoppos.co.uk
http://www.shipscompany.co.uk/
Wanted (Please)
The names of those shipmates who were injured when the ship was hit by a Japanese kamikaze aircraft at 0728 on April 1st 1945 and any other relevant information would be much appreciated.
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INFORMATION PLEASE
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mailto:hmasperth1@yahoo.com.au
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Sakishima Gunto
After WW2 in the Pacific, Fredio Samples
lived on one of the Sakishima Islands for one year.
It was one of the islands used by the Japanese to launch their kamikazes against the BPF.
Fredio is now researching the military operations in the Sakishima Gunto when HMS
Indefatigable
and other ships of the BPF were there in May 1945. He would welcome any information and
stories about the ships or
their crews and aircrews during the operations, especially those against the island known
as Miyako Jima.
If you can help please contact Fredio at
mailto:sampfam@webtv.net
DID or DO You Know ? ?
Jim Toft
Jim was a chef/cook on board the Indefatigable post war and has been remembering events quite a lot recently. He was excellent at cake baking and some photograplhs were taken of a batch of cakes he made once. If these photographs still exist, Jim would very much like to have a copy.
Please contact
mailto:kenlowe26@tiscali.co.uk
16/9/09
Peter Charles Kelso
Martin Kelso would like to hear from anyone who remembers his late father Peter (aka Charlie) who served in the ship during WW2. Martin thinks that Peter may have been an aircraft engineer.
Any information would be gratefully received by Martin at
Robert Black Cairney
Joan Cairney would like to hear from anyone who may have served with her father-in-law, Robert who served in the ship as an AB between July 1944 and July 1946 and was probably in 74 Mess. Robert came from Galashiels in Scotland and died in 1977.
Any information would be gratefully received by Joan at
George Robert Woodcock
George (known as Bob) was a member of
the ship's company and served in the Engine Room having trained as a deisel fitter when
entering the Navy.
He would have been 21 in 1945 and was demobbed from the ship in Sydney and returned
home in different transport.
His son, Graham would very much like to hear from any ex shipmates who may remember
him as would his mother who is still alive although George died in 1976 aged 52.
Please contact Graham at
mailto:graham.h.woodcock@btinternet...
Graham Ronald Williams
Ian Williams is seeking information about his Grandfather Graham who served as an Able Seaman in the ship between 1943 and 1945. He would be grateful for any memories, or if anybody has any photos of his Grandfather, so that Ian can put together a scrapbook for his father. Sadly Graham passed away 11 years ago.
If you can help please contact Ian at
Joseph Richard Benjamin Taylor
Joseph (called Buck when
he was in the Royal Navy) served in HMS Indefatigable during WW2
A Seaman Torpedoman (ST) P/JX 362821 he
sadly died aged 45.
His daughter,
Sandra Taylor, who now lives in France would like to get in touch with anyone
who served with or has any information about her late father.
Please contact Sandra at
Charles William Alfred Long
Charles, always known to
his family as William or 'Bill' or "Shortie" to his shipmates. served in the
ship during WW
possibly as a Air Mechanic.
His grand daughter Maria Sheppard is looking for information about her Grandfather and
would like to get in contact with anyone who remembers him.
Please contact Maria at
mailto:maria.sheppard@ntlworld.com
Fred Thomas
In 1945 the family of
Neville Lines befriended a G. Fred Thomas who was then serving at HMS Nabstock,
Maryborough, Queensland, Australia.
Fred was serving in HMS Indefatigable during the ship's time in the BPFand was a
L/AMO FX 99120 (armourer) in 1770 Squadron. The family kept in touch for many
years and sent food parcels to Fred's family. Fred also sent photos of his wedding.
If anyone has any information concerning Fred Thomas or his family please get in touch with Neville I. Lines at
mailto:nifty123@optusnet.com.au
Albert Hattersley
Albert served as a TAG in 820 Squadron in the ship. His son Simon has passed on the news that his father died on the 9th May 2005. Albert's funeral took place on Wednesday 18th May in Sheffield.
Simon would be pleased to hear from anyone that knew his father
mailto:simonhattersley@tiscali.co.uk
Peter McPhail
Peter's son, Peter (after his father)
would like to contact anyone that may have known his father, who was an Air Mechanic (E)
Peter's father recently died and he would like to confirm in which aircraft carrier
(Indefatigable or Illustrious) his father served.
Peter Snr played trumpet in the ship's band and was also in the football team.
Please contact Peter at mailto:c.mcphail@shaw.ca if you can help.
20.4.05
CPO (P) William Daniel
William served as a pilot in 887 Squadron
in the ship from 1944 to 1945.
With S/Lt C. Miseldine, a fellow pilot in the Seafire squadron,
William shot down a Japanese VAL dive bomber on the 4th May 1945.
William's grandson Adrian would be pleased to hear from anyone
that knew his grandfather, or has any information
or pictures of his grandfather or the squadron. Adrian would also be interested in
contacting anyone that would be interested in
copies of the contents of his grandfather's flying log books.
Please contact Adrian at mailto:Adenorv@aol.com
10/4/05
Alec Brennan FX560384
Alec served in HMS Indefatigable from June
22nd 1945 to 8th January 1946.
Alec served in the Fleet Air Arm, possibly as a Aircraft Mechanic and was known as one of
the "Terrible Twins".
His Grandson Alex would be pleased to get in touch with anyone that knew - or knew of -
his grandfather.
Please contact Alex at mailto:hebden.family@btopenworld.com
10/4/05
John Geoffrey Faulkner DSM
OA2 P/MX 51368
John served in HMS indefatigable
during WW2
and his award of the DSM was announced in the London Gazette dated 1st January 1946
Chris Bilham would like to hear from
anyone who knew John or has a photograph of him
(whether individually or as part of a group)
Please contact Chris at
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Kenneth Yates JX 630921
Kenneth served in Indefatigable from November 1944 to March 1947
He came from Prescot,
Lancs. and joined as a Able Seaman and qualified as a Seaman Torpedoman.
Kenneth died in 1988 and was not a member of the HMS Indefatigable Association.
His son, Anthony Yates would like anyone who knew, or knew of his father, to
contact him .
mailto:ay001p0025@blueyonder.co.uk
Colin Firth
Colin served in
Indefatigable during WW2
possibly 1944-1946.
Hewas in the ship when
the Kamikaze plane hit the ship 1/4/1945 and it is believed that his
job onboard was something to do with locating enemy targets.
His son, Chris Firth would like anyone who knew, or knew of his father, to contact
him .
mailto:cpfirth@singnet.com.sg
23/11/04
Ronald Victor Adams
Ronald Adams served in HMS
Indefatigable during the war. His daughter-in-law, Sue Adams thinks that he was a
Signalman and it would make Ronald's day if he was to hear from any of his old friends
that served with him. He also served in destroyers; names mentioned are Wild Goose,
Starling and Fencer.
Ronald lives in New Zealand now.
If you can help Sue, or wish to contact Ronald, please contact Sue at:
mailto:harewoodhouse@hotmail.com
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John's Granddaughter is looking for information about HMS Indefatigable and her grandfather who served in the ship between 1943 and 1946. He was looking for information himself but sadly passed away on Dec. 24th 2003. He served as a Gunner. Amy is also looking for people who knew him during his Royal Marine days or may have any information about him. Please contact:- mailto:munchkin_uk_2k@hotmail.com
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Surgeon Lieutenant Alan M. Vaughan RCNVR
Alan
Vaughan was one of those killed in the kamikaze attack on HMS Indefatigable on the 1st
April 1945. Please contact either at al.manchee@hydroOne.com
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Charles Benjamin Brewer
Charles served in the Royal Marines in
Indefatigable during WW2
His son, John would like anyone who knew, or knew of his father, to contact him .
As a landlubber he would also appreciate any information about Royal Marine duties
on board a aircraft carrier !
mailto:j.brewer@anu.edu.au
11.09.03
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George was a Cinema Operator when serving in Indefatigable
during WW2. George died in 1994 and his widow and son would would
appreciate hearing from anyone that knew him.
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Harry (Andy) served in the Indefatigable with 894 Squadron during WW2 until the ship paid off at Portsmouth. If you knew Andy or served in the ship at the same time as he did and would like to correspond with him - he would be pleased if you would contact him at : |
Hugh Meredith Jones or Kenneth Mace
Kenneth McCallion (Kenny) is trying to
trace anyone that knew his grandfather, Hugh (Taffy) Jones who served in the ship during
WW2. Hugh at one time was a CPO, but may not have been while serving in the ship. As
you can guess from his name, he came from Bedwas in South Wales, met his wife in Greenock
and moved to Scotland, where he died in 1955. Kenny is also wanting information about his
uncle, Kenneth Mace, who came from East Anglia and also served in the ship. Any
information at all and photographs of either would be much appreciated by Kenny at
mailto:k.kammcc@ntlworld.com
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George Francis
Pete Stevens is trying to trace his
family history. He has a photograph of one of his father's two step-brothers, George
Francis on HMS Indefatigable wearing a white uniform. Any information at all about
George would be much appreciated by Pete at
mailto:mr@stevens27.fsnet.co.uk
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Denis Reakes
Denis served in the
ship during WW2 and worked as an aircraft engineer or mechanic, possibly with 887
Squadron.
His 79th birthday is coming up and his granddaughter Zoe, would like to `Make his
Day`. If anyone knew Denis or has a photograph showing squadron personel, will
you please contact Zoe at
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Reg Agambar |
Reg served in 1770 Sqdn and was in the ship from 17.4.1944 to
22.6.1945. Sadly Reg died in April 1995. His son Reg Agambar has all of his
late father's war records and some photos and drawings. His best mate was Charlie
Stout who also served in the ship and they stayed friends until Reg died. Reg would be very
grateful for any information about his late father - or Charlie Stout.
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Born
8.2.23, Gordon was a CPO and left the Fleet Air Arm in 1952 (?) He was in 820 Sqdn on
board Indefatigable in the Pacific and during the kamikaze attack. His daughter, Anne
Richards (nee Hillier) is creating a album of her father's photographs which include some
of him with a few of his friends on board at the time. (See Memories)
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Ron Taplin, who was a Dubliner served on the ship during WW2. When he died his son Ian discovered a photo album with pictures of when the ship was in Australia. Ian would love to hear from anyone that know his father. taplin@admirals7.freeserve.co.uk (See Memories) |
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Arthur
was a Leading Steward in Indefatigable between December 1943 and 1946. He
is in his 77th year and in quite good health. |
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Leslie
was a CPO in Indefatigable during the BPF days. |
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Stanley
served in the ship during WW2 |
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Leslie
FX 749113 (Air Frames) served in the ship during the 1940's. If anyone remembers
him, please contact his daughter Janet . |
Fredrick John Sanger |
Fredrick served in the ship during WW2. He is poorly at present and granddaughter, Iola, would like to 'Make his Day' by passing on any information about the ship or photographs that she could talk to him about. When she was younger he rarely spoke about his time on the ship but now mentions it more frequently. Please contact Iola at: iola.sanger@novaretailfinance.co.uk |
Walter Kemp |
Walter
served in the ship during WW2 and was an Able Seaman. Walter sadly died in 1951 (aged 41).
His daughter, Kay, has a photograph of him in uniform which subsequently appeared
in the magazine "Tit Bits" in 1955. Anyone who knew Walter (FX 589599) or
may have heard his name please contact his daughter at: (See Memories) |
Ken Emmington |
Ken served in the ship during WW2 and was a gunner on Pom Poms. He sadly died in 1985. If you knew Ken his son Barry would like to hear from you. |
Arthur Edward Baker SBA |
Arthur Baker was a Sick Bay Attendent, serving in the ship from 1943 to 1946. He is now 81 years old. He is in the photograph of the Ship's Medics printed in the 2-2001 edition of the Indefatigable Newsletter. Arthur's son David would like anyone that knew his to contact him at |
L/Sto. W. Church |
Ex Shipmate Peter Osgood (from Dundee) used to have runs ashore from Portsmouth to Brighton in 1946 with L/Stoker Church. Any information please to |
Neville Butterworth ? |
Neville came from Cheadle in Manchester in the ship from the end of 1951 to the summer of 1953. (he was reputed to be a good boxer) His son, Adam would love to hear from anyone that remembers Neville Contact aj@boominshot.com |
Walter Miller ? |
Born in Glasgow - served in the ship during the Pacific campaign Contact CMiller@csu.edu.au |
'Ali' Barber |
Michael (Jan) Kiff served in the ship as a Stoker in 1953/54. He would like to meet up with his `Oppo` of those days. If you can help Jan get in touch with Ali please get contact him at |
David Wilkinson
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David Joined HMS Indefatigable in Sydney on 9 June 1945 and left on 8 Jan
1946 |
Graham Lomas |
Born 12 April 1931 Served in the ship about late 1949 to about 1953. Understand that he may have been a Cook Any information would be appreciated by Graham's daughter Suzanna Price at |
| William Henry Madden | Served in the ship in the Far East during WW2 Any information about his late father would be appreciated by his son Peter at |
POSM Colin Akitt |
Colin served in the ship from His son Gordon would like any one who knew his father to contact him. |
Stoker Mechanic
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Harold Joined the ship in April 1946 and was the partner of Carl Burnett's
Mother. If you do, Carl can be contacted at |
Ivor Powell
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Garry Powell is trying to obtain info about his grandfather's naval service history. He served in H.M.Ships Indefatigable, Illustrious and Formidable and was present at the Japanese surrender in 1945. He was possibly an electrician working on aircraft. If you have any information please contact Gary at |
Charles Dyer |
Charles Dyer now living in the USA served in the ship during WW2. If you knew Charles, his son says that his father would be excited to receive a email from you |
Leslie Adams
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Leslie served in a aircraft carrier in the China Sea in 1945 Any information would be appreciated by Leslie's son Jeff at |
Now look at the Memories Page
17/09/09