November Newsletter
The November edition of our newsletter is now available online
Newsletter
Our chairman recently spearheaded a drive to move our communications into a higher gear, after a period of uncertainty following the tragic loss of MGB 60 to suspected arson.
The newsletter is now edited by Hugh Campbell, following the sudden retirement of David Harris due to illness. We are indebted to David for laying its solid foundations but very sadly we mourn his passing on March 8th.
Click here forJuly 2008 andJan. 2009
New Film
The Trust's project to produce a Coastal Forces History DVD has got away to a flying start with the receipt of a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The film will trace the history of Coastal Forces WW1 to the late 1980s. It is intended to include action footage from the Imperial War Museum, TV and Film Companies and Private collections. A team of Trustees, headed by John Ascoli, has now appointed a well known Documentary Film maker, and the target for completion and launch is Remembrance Day in November.
Recent Deaths
Douglas Hunt died last July, at the age of 91. Holder of two DSC’s, Duggie had organised the Annual Officers Reunion for 60 years, and, more recently, the Remembrance Service at Hornet every November. The latter now stands as a lasting tribute to his outstanding efforts.Click Here for obituary
Colin White, Director of the Royal Naval Museum and an Observer on the Trust died on Christmas Day last year aged 57. A good friend of the Trust and a leading expert on the life and achievements of Admiral Nelson, he will be sorely missed.Click Here for obituary
David Harris, Director of the Coastal Forces Heritage Trust died on 8th March 2009, aged 64.Click Here for obituary
'Polly' Perkins, who brought back Christmas trees from a Norwegian operationClick Here for obituary
Denis Jermain, who was SO of the 15th MTB flotillaClick Here for obituary
Memorial Plaques
Memorial Plaques were installed at several more wartime CF bases during 2007—08. In all instances we have received much help and cooperation from Local Authorities and Officials. Locations have included Portland, Weymouth, Lowestoft, Gt. Yarmouth, Dartmouth and Malta. At each location a Service of Remembrance and Dedication was held.
For details of history and the location of PlaquesClick Here
Veteran DVDs
Special Offer -- for a limited period we are making a reduction in the prices of the Veteran Interviews, all of which have been transferred to DVD. The reductions are up to 60% discount on the standard selling prices. This is, therefore, an ideal time to purchase these records of first hand wartime experiences, to pass on to your grandchildren. Do not miss this opportunity - for full detailsClick Here