Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Terence Kirk Bird
Merchant Navy (R190692). British
| Born | 3 Jun 1920 | Hunstanton, Norfolk | |
| Died | Nov 2000 | (80) |
Roster information listed for Terence Kirk Bird
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | British Endeavour | Steam tanker | First Radio Officer | 22 Feb 1940 | U-50 (1) |
Personal information
Terence K. Bird recalled many times the experience of surviving the sinking of British Endeavour. He had a real phobia of loud noise, brought about by the sound of a torpedo exploding in the engine room. In later life he re-visited Madeira, where they were taken when rescued.
Sources
- Personal communication