Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
John Smith
RN. British
Born | 24 Apr 1923 |
Roster information listed for John Smith
Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
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HMS Goodson (K 480) | Frigate | Seaman | 25 Jun 1944 | U-984 (1) |
Personal information
One of his duties aboard HMS Goodson was to take senior crew members including the commander to shore via small boats. He told his family that he also helped to rescue a Canadian pilot when his plane was shot down. John was aboard HMS Bligh while his torpedoed ship was towed into port.
Sources
- Personal communication
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