Roll Of Honour
Surnames containing 'Gilbert' |
| Gilbert, James Bishop P/SSX 14641 | ||
| Died: 10th Oct, 1943. | ||
| Petty Officer | Aged: 29 | |
| Gilbert, Lawrence P/MX 636477 | ||
| Died: 30th Jan, 1944. | ||
| Engine Room Artificer 4th Class | ||
| Based at the Submarine Depot HMS Elfin at Blyth. It is reported that he died in an explosion although where and how the explosion took place has not been established. |
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| Gilbert, William Albert Edward P/JX 136821 | ||
| Died: 6th Dec, 1941. | ||
| Leading Seaman | Aged: 25 | |
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
A Tribute To Submariners
I have often looked for an opportunity of paying tribute to our submariners.
There is no branch of His Majesty's Forces which in this war has suffered the same proportion of total loss as our submarine service.
It is the most dangerous of all services.
That is perhaps the reason why the First Lord tells me that the entry into it is keenly sought by Officers and Men.
I feel sure the House would wish to testify its gratitude and admiration to our Submariners for their Skill - Courage and Devotion which has proved of inestimable value to the sustenance of our country.
Winston Churchill
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We Will Remember Them |
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