Newton James Wallop William-Powlett DSC, RN
| Born | 26 Jun 1896 | ||
| Died | 10 Nov 1963 | (67) |
| Ranks
Retired: 8 Jan 1948 Decorations
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Warship Commands listed for Newton James Wallop William-Powlett, RN
| Ship | Rank | Type | From | To |
| HMS Calypso (D 61) | Capt. | Light cruiser | 31 Jul 1939 | 12 Dec 1939 |
| HMS Dauntless (D 45) | Capt. | Light cruiser | 4 Oct 1942 | 1 Aug 1943 |
| HMNZS Gambia (48) | Capt. | Light cruiser | 24 Aug 1943 | 15 Mar 1945 |
Career information
Survived the loss of HMS Tipperary on 31/5/16. Commanded HMS Sussex from 1/47.Events related to this officer
Light cruiser HMS Calypso (D 61)
24 Sep 1939 (position 62.00, -15.34)
HMS Calypso (Capt. N.J.W. William-Powlett, DSC, RN) intercepts the German merchant Minden (4165 GRT) south of Iceland in position 62°00'N, 15°34'W. However before the ship can be captured she is scuttled by her own crew.
22 Nov 1939 (position 63.00, -7.00)
The German merchant Konsul Hendrik Fisser (4458 GRT) is captured off the Faroes in position 63°00N, 07°00W by the British light cruiser HMS Calypso (Capt. N.J.W. William-Powlett, DSC, RN)
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