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Ross Miller - 2008-04-09 09:31:21

"In the Mixed section...Geraint Xmas 1982,methinks ? Cowan is Bob Cowan"

Christopher J. Love - 2008-04-08 14:21:07

Hello Shipmates,
Though these times are not without their difficulties I am and will always remain a dedicated believer in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary and their mission.
Fair winds and following seas,

Chris Love

Dave Smith - 2008-04-04 16:05:53

Could be Ray Gollop possibly visiting from Fort Charlotte which was always on berthed in the opposite corner of Stores Basin.

Webmaster - 2008-04-04 10:13:32

Could be Byron, there isnt much to go on,but that would give us two Captains on one ship?

Byron Jones - 2008-04-03 22:42:06

In the Mixed section Gold Ranger - could Tony Mitchell? be Ray Gallop?

Bev Hatch - 2008-03-30 07:00:54

For Colin Evans.

I think it is Seigneur Persewer Brian Reid.
Mind you he does have the same diamensions as David!

Colin Evans - 2008-03-29 23:36:28

In the unnamed section photo labelled "Xmas".
Would that be Dave Tooze in the centre ?

Webmaster - 2008-03-24 14:12:07

Thanks John. Is he the one in the front row, between Capt & Choff, or the one behind waving?

John Caruana - 2008-03-23 22:15:22

Blue Ranger Suez - Ken Anderson 3EO - 3rd from left - Jioed him in Malta 1958

Webmaster - 2008-03-23 12:10:35

Hello Colin,
Welcome. 3 ways of sending photos.
1. Email to me. (Click Webmaster)
2. Upload direct after registering in Mortimore Gallery.
3. Snail mail to me at 4 Furzehill Road, Heybrook Bay, PLYMOUTH. PL9 0BT.

No the Ruler is no longer in Gan!
Dave Gerrard

Colin Smith - 2008-03-22 07:58:25

Correction to my last post..it was Retainer I served on as 4th Mate not Regent... a "senior" moment!

Colin Smith - 2008-03-22 07:54:48

Happy Easter. I was on Wave Ruler as 1st Trip Cadet in 1966, joined in South Shields in Refit and then we went to Malta Station via work up at Portland. I was 4th Mate on wave Ruler in I think 1970 on her last trip before going to Gan as floating bunker...Is she still there? I served on Regent as 4th Mate with Laurie Swanson as Chief Mate, courted his pretty daughter too!
I was on Hebe,Olna,Resource as well before foolishly joining BP Tankers. Any old ship mates out there. I have a few Photos from those ships... anyway to post same?

Rab Thomson - 2008-03-16 18:56:30

Certainly looks like Tony Tomkins..sailed with him many years ago..he was ex RCN submarine communicator.

Steve Oatey - 2008-03-14 01:22:51

In the unnamed section photo labelled "Xmas", is the guy in the background an R/O named Tony Tomkins? Not sure of that spelling. He was ex-RCN.

Dave Smith - 2008-03-10 23:25:55

Resurgent. is the 2/o to the right of JRB Kim Watts?

Webmaster - 2008-03-05 10:12:59

By what seems to be a majority vote, I am going to name Bob Platt right and Rod Deller in the middle unless anyone else can offer an opinion!

Dennis Harker - 2008-03-04 00:45:06

2nd thoughts - didnt Bill Dwyer also smoke a pipe? And could the Pete Anthony lookalike be Jim Ashwell or had he left by this time? So many questions!

Dennis Harker - 2008-03-04 00:40:11

Resurgent Ashore - 4th from left Rod Deller, 5th from left makes me think Pete Anthony but only about 50% on that one as it is probably a bit early for him, extreme right is Bob Platt - the pipe gives it away.

Dave Smith - 2008-03-03 15:53:13

Yam Sing. its Sir Tristram possibly xmas 1976 HK
Chris Mackenzie, the lady on the right is Monica Brooks.

 

Colin Evans - 2008-03-02 14:02:25

Boat Dk Bar. Far left of the picture could be John Pearson or Jack Rowe (Black Jack)?

 

Webmaster - 2008-03-02 10:18:49

For DS. Boat Dk Bar. Is Mr Chan behind the bar?
How about Capt J McCulloch with his back to us and John Pearson far left?
Yam Sing.Yes I thought they couldnt all be Laundrymen!
For BD. If that is Bill Dwyer, he changed a lot by 82. Anyone know where he is? We tried to find him for the Lancelot F25 Reunion last year but failed.

Dave Smith - 2008-03-01 21:32:41

Yam Sing. On the left is Jimmie Mair.C.E.O. centre is Nelson ER stores, this is possibly Lancelot at a later date.

 

Dave Smith - 2008-03-01 19:19:50

Boat Dk. Bar. centre left Mike Fleming.extreme right. Mr. Chan,

 

Bryan Davies - 2008-03-01 15:26:27

In unnamed Resurgent Ashore is the one on the right a young Bill Dwyer

 

Webmaster - 2008-03-01 09:54:39

No it seems to be in a club ashore (probably American) but the photo is labelled Resurgent.

Dave Smith - 2008-03-01 08:59:05

I dont think this is Resurgent?

Webmaster - 2008-02-29 20:55:20

Thanks DS (aka SS). Steve, thats the one I thought was Rod Deller, though on reflection its perhaps a bit early for him.. Any more offers?

Steve Oatey - 2008-02-29 20:46:37

Looking at the picture of Resurgent (in "unnamed" section) I thought the far right was Bob Platt. Then I looked further along and it looks more like Bob fourth from right.

 

Dave Smith - 2008-02-27 23:49:50

Gold Ranger2.is Mike Fleming the 4/e i relieved looks as if taken at the Dockyard club.
H.M.S. Terror would have been to expensive for Mike,

 

Dave Smith - 2008-02-27 22:49:38

Photo Singapore67 was actually 68 Fred? from S.Shields 3/e Gold Ranger taken in Bungalow 578 SeembawangRd.

 

Jan - 2008-02-25 09:04:14

Just found the site, looking forward to having a look.

 

John Breckon - 2008-02-22 17:14:32

PCMDs Wedding is it BoB Bright Second lecky 2nd from left
ATB John B

 

Webmaster - 2008-02-22 09:35:14

Now on UNNAMED. PCMDs Wedding 1972. Names wanted. More to come from the collection of the late Jeremy Brooks.

 

Webmaster - 2008-02-14 21:18:08

Now now Richard, stop stirring it! The main website serves a perfectly proper function of spreading necessary information and being the "Official" window of the Association, it probably cannot adopt such an informal relaxed manner as this one. Also the webmaster probably hasnt as much time to play around with it as I have. Now I must get on with the garden .....

Richard walker - 2008-02-14 16:43:16

Why cant the main website be like this one!

 

Graham C Egleton - 2008-02-12 23:18:49

For Alex Landels - meant to contact you earlier. Trust you are well. Re the picture of Nick - I presume that he returned to Wave Ruler after leave because he left Wave Ruler with myself and John Watson in Malta at the beginning of February 1964. Lost track of him after that. Do not know if you heard any news of him after that. You can contact me direct at grayce@ntlworld.com. Best Wishes Graham E

 

Rab Thomson - 2008-02-09 15:40:25

Thank you David,for explanation but if it aint broke etc etc etc..

 

Webmaster - 2008-02-09 09:49:33

Yes Rab, this is a cheap and cheerful guestbook which doesnt allow the posting of complete URL addresses. This is necessary because once a post is made, I cannot delete it, so the spammers could run riot.
One of these days I will get round to looking for a better system. DMG

 

Rab Thomson - 2008-02-08 23:31:52

Regarding my last post. I tried to send the complete SN address but was told I might be a spammer and the system would not accept my post. ( hence missing out the www)

 

Rab Thomson - 2008-02-08 23:29:32

I joined Sir Galahad in Keppel Harbour Jan 70. I was the first RFA appointee and she was still with BI at that time. E.F Wardlaw (Ed) was the appeared shortly after and was appointed 2nd Eng, Chief Eng was C.K.A Adams (Ken) who transferred from B.I. as did Capt John Swan. The RFA articles were signed on 08 Mar 70. Entry in my discharge book can be seen at (remember and put in the www ) shipsnostalgia.com/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/61396/ppuser/2224

 

Dick Elsey - 2008-02-07 21:58:13

not so pedantic as I thought!! read 79 as 69!! must be getting senile!!
disregard my last!!

Dick

 

Dick Elsey - 2008-02-07 21:54:26

From the pedantic plumber...

concerning Ed. Wardlaw: my old discharge book tells me that I relieved him in Sir Galahad at Hong Kong on April 27 1971.. (just to set the record straight!!)

regards to all

Dick

Webmaster - 2008-02-06 15:02:29

OK Rab.I was just trying to provoke our American cousins into a friendly argument! DMG

 

Rab Thomson - 2008-02-05 22:21:19

For the Webmaster:

Have posted a reply to your comment on JPJ on the ShipsNostalgia.
Regards

RT

 

Rab Thomson - 2008-02-01 16:58:42

Un-named Tidereach 1965 picture.
The partially obscured gentleman on the left of the photo would be 3rd Eng Alex Forsyth c/w bagpipes and wearing the Jock frock.

 

Webmaster - 2008-02-01 14:33:28

Certainly does Alex, but he retired as a 2EO in 1979. Long Time??

Webmaster - 2008-02-01 14:32:03

Certainly does Alex. But he retired as a 2EO in 1979. Long Time ??

ALEX LANDELS - 2008-01-27 10:20:51

UNNAMED page, the officer with the armed escort on BLUE RANGER 1956 looks like a young Ed Wardlaw 2nd Engineer??

Webmaster - 2008-01-16 20:48:31

How far back to you go? RFA Aldersdale 1937/8.
See ENGINEERS/MIXED/UNNAMED. Anyone with memories of CEO William Forster or who can identify the others, please get in touch.
Making a welcome return to the GUESTBOOK/HUMOUR page - Eric & Ernie!

 

 

Webmaster - 2008-02-14 21:18:08

 
Now now Richard, stop stirring it! The main website serves a perfectly proper function of spreading necessary information and being the "Official" window of the Association, it probably cannot adopt such an informal relaxed manner as this one. Also the webmaster probably hasnt as much time to play around with it as I have. Now I must get on with the garden .....
 
 
 
Richard walker - 2008-02-14 16:43:16

 
Why cant the main website be like this one!
 
 
 
Graham C Egleton - 2008-02-12 23:18:49

 
For Alex Landels - meant to contact you earlier. Trust you are well. Re the picture of Nick - I presume that he returned to Wave Ruler after leave because he left Wave Ruler with myself and John Watson in Malta at the beginning of February 1964. Lost track of him after that. Do not know if you heard any news of him after that. You can contact me direct at grayce@ntlworld.com. Best Wishes Graham E
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2008-02-09 15:40:25

 
Thank you David,for explanation but if it aint broke etc etc etc..
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2008-02-09 09:49:33

 
Yes Rab, this is a cheap and cheerful guestbook which doesnt allow the posting of complete URL addresses. This is necessary because once a post is made, I cannot delete it, so the spammers could run riot.
One of these days I will get round to looking for a better system. DMG
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2008-02-08 23:31:52

 
Regarding my last post. I tried to send the complete SN address but was told I might be a spammer and the system would not accept my post. ( hence missing out the www)
 
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2008-02-08 23:29:32

 
I joined Sir Galahad in Keppel Harbour Jan 70. I was the first RFA appointee and she was still with BI at that time. E.F Wardlaw (Ed) was the appeared shortly after and was appointed 2nd Eng, Chief Eng was C.K.A Adams (Ken) who transferred from B.I. as did Capt John Swan. The RFA articles were signed on 08 Mar 70. Entry in my discharge book can be seen at (remember and put in the www ) shipsnostalgia.com/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/61396/ppuser/2224
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2008-02-07 21:58:13

 
not so pedantic as I thought!! read 79 as 69!! must be getting senile!!
disregard my last!!

Dick
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2008-02-07 21:54:26

 
From the pedantic plumber...

concerning Ed. Wardlaw: my old discharge book tells me that I relieved him in Sir Galahad at Hong Kong on April 27 1971.. (just to set the record straight!!)

regards to all

Dick
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2008-02-06 15:02:29

 
OK Rab.I was just trying to provoke our American cousins into a friendly argument! DMG
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2008-02-05 22:21:19

 
For the Webmaster:

Have posted a reply to your comment on JPJ on the ShipsNostalgia.
Regards

RT
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2008-02-01 16:58:42

 
Un-named Tidereach 1965 picture.
The partially obscured gentleman on the left of the photo would be 3rd Eng Alex Forsyth c/w bagpipes and wearing the Jock frock.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2008-02-01 14:33:28

 
Certainly does Alex, but he retired as a 2EO in 1979. Long Time??
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2008-02-01 14:32:03

 
Certainly does Alex. But he retired as a 2EO in 1979. Long Time ??
 
 
 
ALEX LANDELS - 2008-01-27 10:20:51

 
UNNAMED page, the officer with the armed escort on BLUE RANGER 1956 looks like a young Ed Wardlaw 2nd Engineer??
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2008-01-16 20:48:31

 
How far back to you go? RFA Aldersdale 1937/8.
See ENGINEERS/MIXED/UNNAMED. Anyone with memories of CEO William Forster or who can identify the others, please get in touch.
Making a welcome return to the GUESTBOOK/HUMOUR page - Eric & Ernie!
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2008-01-11 11:04:31

 
Thanks Ben. Moved him to DECK.
Anyone in Suez in 1956? See UNNAMED. DMG.
 
 
 
Ben Lazenby - 2008-01-10 17:02:55

 
Happy New Year one and all, the Plumleaf 3/O in 2 of your pics is Roy Copestake
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-12-31 22:02:36

 
A very Happy,Healthy and Peaceful New Year to all, both on land and at sea!

best wishes

Dick
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-26 13:56:28

 
Thanks Dai & Bev. The fully named pic has now been moved to the Mixed page. And a Happy Boxing Day to All.
 
 
 
Dai Davies - 2007-12-24 18:52:23

 
Grey Rover 1985.
Chap on extreme right is Maxie Clements c/e/o
Merry Xmas...Dai
 
 
 
Dennis Harker - 2007-12-23 10:53:51

 
From a sunny & frosty Somerset a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all.

Photo of the 1970 long course (names wanted) -
agree with Steve Oatey that front row, second from left is Tom Savage.

Front row, extreme left is Gordon Hogg.
Front row, centre is John Walton.

Other faces are familiar (other than Rupes old bean) but cannot drag any names out of the grey matter.
 
 
 
Shaun Jones - 2007-12-21 23:31:08

 
From somewhere at sea, a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all.

Shaun
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2007-12-20 21:42:15

 
From Bonnie Scotland, a Merry Christmas and Happy 2008 to all viewing this website.
 
 
 
Norman Ibbotson - 2007-12-14 00:15:39

 
Sorry Colin but I think you might have confused the two 1970 Long Courses. Andy Rye is centre rear of the November 1970 Course. I have no knowledge of who is centre rear of the earlier course.
 
 
 
Colin Evans - 2007-12-13 22:53:20

 
Photo of the 1970 long course (names wanted) -- Back row in the middle Andy Rye ?
 
 
 
Steve Oatey - 2007-12-13 22:32:26

 
Photo of the long course (names wanted) - front row, second from left looks like my old buddy Tom Savage.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-13 17:14:07

 
The Comms page is fixed and there are more faces needing names.
 
 
 
Alex Landels - 2007-12-11 19:04:43

 
Graham, great to hear from you. I took the pic of Nick in Mombasa with the Agfa when we were back on Wave Ruler in 1965. Your pic of Roger Sims brought back memories of when he was 2nd Mate on Wave Ruler in 1963, quite a character!
I spent all of 1971 at Wallsend but not as exciting as Reward!
Will try and make contact in the new year.
Best wishes,
Alex
 
 
 
 
Graham Egleton - 2007-12-10 23:58:35

 
For Alex Landels
Remember the refit in Wallsend very well - my last refit. Also time on Wave Ruler in 1963/64. Remember you well Alex and it was nice to see your picture with Harry Rowe.
Best Wishes
Graham
 
 
 
Bev Hatch - 2007-12-10 01:53:06

 
Unamed, group of four. From the left Stan Pilling (Chief Engineer Rtd). Next is Angus, third man is Willie Plastow (2nd Engineer Rtd). The name of the chap on the right escapes me at the moment.
 
 
 
Alex Landels - 2007-12-09 03:58:43

 
For Graham Egleton. Not seen you since your prolonged stay on Reward at Wallsend in 1970/71!!
Still have the Agfa you sold me in 1963!
Best Regards, Alex
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-08 20:43:28

 
Yes Norman, there is a distinct resemblance to Capt Angus. My thoughts, judging by the ties were that these were visitors from the Mad House, but who knows? Any other offers.
ps The Comms Page is still under repair but I will crack it soon!!
 
 
 
Norman Ibbotson - 2007-12-08 14:04:31

 
People - Unamed
Group of four. Could the second person from the left be Capt. Angus Patterson. Perhaps retired by that time.
 
 
 
Graham C Egleton - 2007-12-07 23:58:54

 
Thankyou for your reply. Pictures on the way.
With respect to the picture of the Engineers Tidereach 1965 - Names of some are Pat Fleming(2nd.Eng) Bob Gilston (3rd.Eng) myself (4th. Eng)and Fred Kazak (Junior Eng)
I cannot remember the names of the others. Chief Eng is on the right on bended knee. All the Crossing the Line pictures are from Tidereach.Roger Simms was 2nd.Mate.
Regards
Graham.E
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-07 12:42:21

 
Me again Graham. I see you have already registered. The rest should be easy!
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-07 11:51:49

 
Thank you Graham. To upload direct, go to the Mortimore Gallery Index and click "Contributors upload here". Then Register and activate your registration with the automatic email you will receive. Then log in and click "Upload File" and follow the instructions.
If thats all too much you can always send them to me as email attachments, any size within reason. DMG
 
 
 
Graham Egleton - 2007-12-07 00:06:06

 
I was delighted to find your web site and have enjoyed viewing the pictures of ships and old colleagues. The picture of Rick Nicholson in Mombasa in 1965 brought back many memories of our time together through college on Tyneside and at sea. His name is actually Roger Nicholson and was usually called Nick.

I have a few pictures of my own which I will upload to you for your consideration for inclusion in the gallery. Please advise me of upload procedure.

I joined the RFA straight from school in 1958 as an Engineer apprentice.On completion of my apprenticeship I served on several ships including RFA Tugs and salvage vessels (which were transferred to the control of the RMAS) and was a 2nd.Engineer when I left the ships and transferred into the Dockyard in Portsmouth. I retired from the MOD at age 55 in 1997.

Best Wishes

Graham Egleton
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-04 10:30:35

 
You are right Geoff, there is a malfunction on the Comms page. Thanks for telling me.
I am trying to sort it.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-04 10:04:59

 
Yes please Geoff. You will need to register to upload direct or you can send it as an email attachment. The thumbnails should enlarge with just a single left click.
 
 
 
anthony - 2007-12-04 07:11:31

 
very good sight my father was x rfa
 
 
 
Geoff Fido - 2007-12-04 06:54:10

 
I have a photo here of a Long course at Chelmsford which I think would have been the 1st half of 1970. I havent been able to enlarge the thumbnails so I cant really compare. I am happy to upload if required.

Regards Geoff Fido
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-12-03 23:31:59

 
OK Dick. I have submitted a proposal to the Board that the RFAA join the UKNDA as a Corporate Member. It is under consideration.
Missed the Sunday Times letter. Can you send a copy?
DMG
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-12-03 17:10:05

 
Thanks for the info. regarding the UKNDA DMG.
Have now joined, I think that all RFAA members should be encouraged to join?!

saw Rogers letter in yesterdays Sunday Times with which I agree wholeheartedly!

regards to all

Dick
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-11-23 22:15:51

 
Thank you Dick. I wont comment further on prematurely grey ladies but if anyone wishes to support our former leaders in their cause, see the link to the UKNDA on the links page.
DMG
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-11-23 20:51:41

 
The old grey grumpy plumber from Wimborne!

I am not sure about the graveyard Alex; in my limited? experience there is still plenty of life in 38 year old prematurely grey ladies!
I was sorry not to be with the other greybeards on the Fort Vic. at the AGM but good to see the pics. DG.

Further to my whinge on Sept 14 Iam glad to see that I am now in good company
with the retired chiefs of defence staff in the House of Lords complaining about the lack of support for our armed services which of course includes our own dear service!

regards to all

Dick
 
 
 
Alex Landels - 2007-11-15 11:16:17

 
Dave, Thank you for all the fine pics you have posted of the AGM and No3 graveyard. It was good to see such a good turnout.
 
 
 
 
Dennis Harker - 2007-11-09 11:55:21

 
Dave, I received your message okay on the Homecall and Freeserve email addresses but I inadvertently hit the wrong key in Mailwasher so you may have got a bounce message for each of them.

Little bit of finger trouble so perhaps I should have had a beer first!!

Many thanks for the email re Chris Smith Obituary and my apologies for being so slack in answering.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-11-08 13:01:43

 
For Dennis Harker. Neither of the email addresses I have for you seem to be working. Have you a new one or have you gone ex directory?
DMG
 
 
 
Ian Pratt - 2007-11-08 08:56:51

 
For all those attending the RFA Association AGM on Fort Victoria 14th Nov 2007.
We have booked a coach to transport (up to 52 people) from Trafalgar Gate to Fort Victoria. The coach will leave Trafalgar gate at 1110, the return trip will leave Fort Victoria at 1410.
 
 
 
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Webmaster - 2007-11-07 17:38:00

 
From Rab Thomson. See this link for an obituary
of Capt Chris Smith.
www.timesonline.co.uk/obituaries
DMG
 
 
 
ashvqrw@mail.com - 2007-10-25 23:25:50

 
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Peter Wright - 2007-10-23 17:26:42

 
For Webmaster Thanks for imformation on the Wave Laird you have made an old man very happy.I stil have the pictures of her in Malta.Thanks again .Best regards, P.W.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-10-23 08:57:39

 
For Peter Wright. Wave Laird spent some time in the 50s, supporting HMS Protector in Antarctica and resupplying the Falklands before many people had heard of them. She was in the first Cod War, 1958 - 1961 and was scrapped in 1970.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-10-23 08:49:43

 
For Dennis & Shaun.
Your kind thoughts were passed to the family at Banbury, yesterday. DMG
 
 
 
John Breckon - 2007-10-22 21:18:30

 
Just a warning to lock everything up the steamies are coming this weekend Royal fleet club.
 
 
 
Dennis Harker - 2007-10-20 23:16:49

 
Sorry - amend one - for Summer 1990 read Summer 1989.
 
 
 
Dennis Harker - 2007-10-20 23:15:01

 
Very saddened to read the news of Chris Smith recently passing away. I can only echo Shaun Jones words in that he was one of the most supportive, friendly and competent Captains that I ever sailed with too.

I was with him on Sir Percivale from the end of refit late 1988 through summer of 1990 which took us through the inevitable rough time at FOST hands followed by winter exercises in Norway and then some swanning around the continent and Scandinavia (Antwerp, Denmark, Oslo, etc) until I left in Summer 1990. It was a very enjoyable 9 months due mainly to Chris being the Captain and getting the best out of every visit for the whole ship.

My fondest memory is of heading westwards one Sunday evening on the way back from Antwerp when an RAF Rescue helicopter clattered alongside and asked, via VHF, if he could carrying out winching practice. Bear in mind that it was dark and tv reception was good (Chris liked his tv). We decided we would give the helo something to practice by flashing up the UHF sets in the radio room and giving him a surprise - until that point he had assumed we were a commercial ship.

Chris came into the radio room asking if we had a Beaver Code or similar because he wanted to go up on VHF and tell the pilot to **** off. Unfortunately we could not find a suitable code before the helo decided we were too complicated to play with - too many radio sets - were the pilots words. Chris then happily went back to watching his tv.
 
 
 
Peter Wright - 2007-10-20 20:42:35

 
HI I served as A/B on the RFA Wave Laird from July 1949 to Dec 1949.I would like to know where I find out what happen to her after that.We buried one of our shipmates in Malta on that trip.It was a great ship.It would make an old man happy. Thanks
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-10-15 10:06:16

 
From Shaun Jones re Chris Smith:
I was so sad to hear this news. Chris was my Captain in SIR LAMORAK (1984) and GREY ROVER (1985) when I was his Navigator. During 1985 and we enjoyed a fantastic 9 months including a trip to the USA and he was one of the most supportive and friendly Captains that I ever served under. It was wonderful to see Chris at the farewell party to GREY ROVER in 2005 which sadly was the last time that we met although luckily a photograph was taken of the 1985 “Command Team”. My thoughts go to Chris’s family.

 
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-10-07 21:01:53

 
Lots of reignited Sparkers in the 2007 Gallery
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-09-21 19:01:03

 
New pic of the grumpy old plumber on the Mixed page.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-09-19 18:56:29

 
Hello Johnny, we remember your place with alchohol tinged fondness. As you say we are a bit too young to remember your Uncle Stan. DMG
 
 
 
Johnnie Stagnetto in Gibraltar - 2007-09-19 18:18:14

 
Hi there, was just browsing and came across your site by pure chance. I owned and ran " La Bayuca " restaurant in Gib for 40 years so I met quite a few RFA chaps during that time. My other connection is my uncle Stan Edwards, Chief Engineer, who was in RFA all during the War, so you young fellows would not have known him, unless you're about 95 years old !! Thats all. Best regards, Johnnie
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2007-09-18 20:48:25

 
For Shaun and yourself.VMT for explanation..these acronyms have bugged me for ages.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-09-18 02:48:57

 
Rab, Shaun Jones reports - RFA(SIPT) RFA Support Integrated Project Team based in Abbey Wood under Cdre Mike Norfolk (used to be ADS(RFA) in Fox Hill and look after Upkeep issues/refits/RFA 48�s etc).
SEGET - to follow but something to do with spare gear!

 
 
 
 
Rab thomson - 2007-09-15 05:44:55

 
Regarding Gunline and the Shore Posts..I believe ACOS is Assistant Chief of Staff as mentioned earlier on this site but what is RFA SIPT and SEGET TEAM?
 
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-09-14 08:22:14

 
Its me again!! the grumpy old 'plumber' from Wimborne!

My copy of "Gun Line" came last week... how sad to see only three ships in 'furrin parts' and the rest (to quote Kipling)'anging round the yards' or at least the UK; also to see that the Fort Vic. Oakleaf, and Brambleleaf have disappeared with out a wimper! (yes I know they are skulking with certain other 'old ladies' at Pompey, and then to read that all Mounts Bay could be found to do was to entertain Jimmy Saville! oh come on!!!

Seriously though sculling around the UK coast seems something of a come down compared with the glory days!of the sixties and seventies!keeping the morale of everyone at a high must be difficult with out the excitement of 'going foreign' which was why I went to sea all those years ago.

I won't even comment on the number of shore posts!!

if any one can allay my concerns in any way please do!

I've wittered on too long!

regards to all

Dick

 
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-30 13:44:49

 
Yes Dick, the City Gem was famous for its fillet steaks and curries. Closed long ago I'm afraid.
Birzebugia - but I dont know any bars down there.
 
 
 
rab thomson - 2007-08-30 12:47:23

 
Last time I was in "La Bayuca" was in the good company of Tony Pais 2nd Eng and Choff Jim Ormond. This was 20 years ago. Anyone heard of them in recent years?
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-08-30 12:31:52

 
Thanks for the info re.'La Bayuca' happy memories of long ago... with regards to Malta, anyone remember the 'City Gem' in Sliema? also entertaining the Wrens from 'Hal Far' at a bar we 'took over' in (and I can't spell it)!! "Birzia Boogia" (Resurgent '65)

Dick
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-28 14:23:31

 
WANTED. A photo of
Captain CSB (Bonshaw) Irwin DSO,DSC,RD.
Retired 1973. Died 1985.
This is to complete an entry on a website which records the WW2 careers of RN, RNR and RFA Officers.
DMG
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2007-08-24 11:16:16

 
Always pleased to be of service ,David.
Expect this w/e will be our busiest for visiting yachts. I am however now partially retired and am the second on call HM now. Great hobby!
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-24 08:22:38

 
Well done Rab. I was just about to ask Shaun Jones to go ashore and do a recce.
I take it things are quiet in the Harbour Masters office this afternoon?
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2007-08-24 04:02:56

 
An enquiry to Gib tourist information revealed that "La Bayuca" was the place but it closed about 2 years ago. It was indeed in Turnbull's Lane according to Vanessa of tourist information.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-23 07:09:32

 
Both these ring a bell.

14: Strings Restaurant
4 Cornwall's Parade
Tel: 78800

15:La Bayuca Restaurant
21 Turnbull's Lane
Tel: 75119

Neither actually in Engineer's Lane but not far off. I'll stick up a map.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-22 13:02:34

 
Could this be it??
La Bayuca - also a favourite with Prince Charles and Prince Andrew... Johnnie and Tita are extremely friendly and will gladly tell you about the history of Gibraltar. The restaurant is one of the oldest on the rock, and used to be popular with naval officers until the British Navy stopped visiting Gib in the 1990's. The food is good for Gibraltar, but not outstanding. But it is about the only place with character and is worth going to.

The Chicken Bayuca is good - quite like a chicken tagine, that you would expect in Morocco.
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Theme: Other
Directions: From Casemates Square, take your first left from Main Street and then first right. You'll see a sign for 'Restaurant' half way down on the right hand side.
 
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-08-22 03:09:09

 
Eating and drinking in Gib.
Does anyone remember the name of the restaurant in Engineeers Lane? one of the tables had a brass plaque saying that the Prince of Wales ate here! what he actually ate was not mentioned!!, but I remember the swordfish steaks...
Dick
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-14 09:29:51

 
Never touched it Rab! Only pure Gozo Wine in unlabled bottles at 1s3d a time.
I think the "Green Lantern" was actually just "The Lantern".
See photo on my other site at www.talhandaqnostalgia.org in the Malta, Then & Now, album.
Maltese wine has improved dramatically over the years and Marsovin Special Reserve is quite drinkable but not as good as Delicata Green Label. Mind you it now costs a couple of quid! DMG
 
 
 
rab thomson - 2007-08-14 09:00:21

 
Chris, Gib's Angry Friar and the Pulverine were also well-frequented taverns.
Malta brews were Hopleaf and Cisk and the famed Marsa screech-not stuff for small boys to drink. I am sure the Webmaster will confirm this.

 
 
 
 
Chris Puxley - 2007-08-14 03:58:24

 
Dick, if I can transport you to one or two other locations, regularly frequented in the (g)olden days;
Gibraltar, often accompanied by George Galliano the Agent, - the Casino, the Piazza, The Fox & Hounds bar. (Memories of Watneys Red Barrel and swordfish steaks).
Malta, - Green Lantern bar at the top end of the 'Gut'- all downhill from there! What was the name of the local brew in Malta?

 
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-08-13 12:30:58

 
Before Endeavours Fade... (Old China Hands only, need to respond!!)
Not much response regarding watering holes we have known....
Does no one else remember: drinking beer , playing liar dice, and eating lamb cutlets at Conders bar in Hong Kong? (I'm sure you were there Scofe?) quite near to Jimmys Kitchen if I remember correctly?
also the Russian Restaurent behind the Peninsular Hotel in Kowloon? 'Tchenkoes'?. spelling?? was its name, any one else remember it?
Those were the days! also 'Winner House' of ill repute!!!
 
 
 
David smith - 2007-08-09 09:44:33

 
For DMG i have recently been given a No of 35mm slides taken from FD.possibly Albion of a RAS Daring class,TideRace/TideReach
I shall be in Plymouth next week and will contact you .
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-07 13:29:57

 
For students of the Mandolin and Table Tennis, there is a new pic on the Deck page. DMG
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-07 08:48:09

 
For Chris. The GEC Snoopy Mark 2 rig was operational (more or less) in that position in Resource by 1986 but not sure when it was fitted. I think the old Sea Slug Rig (No.8) was still there at that time though used for something else.
 
 
 
Chris Puxley - 2007-08-07 03:47:03

 
Can anyone tell me when the old seaslug gantries were removed from Regent/Resource and an additional rig built stbd side just abaft the accom block? I think it must have been some time soon after 1983. I would also be interested in locating photo's of certain RFA's in commercial livery after RFA service, eg Hebe/Bacchus, Brambleleaf/Pearleaf, Black Ranger and Chilean Tidepool, or when RFA's are in the throes of being savaged by ship breakers.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-08-03 09:00:36

 
The Association Archives are a being professionally catalogued and we hope that one day they may be the start of a museum.
However as Chris says many items still seem to disappear without trace. All we can do is spread the word to preserve whats left of our heritage. The Association HQ is expected to move south in the not too distant future which may make it easier to retrieve items from Pompey Dockyard as ships decommission.
(Marine Supers are long gone! They are all Deputy Assistant Chiefs of Staff (Flexible Global Reach) or something nowadays!) DMG
 
 
 
Chris Puxley - 2007-08-03 07:52:04

 
Ref Dick's comment about 'mess trophies', there are a few bits and pieces at the Association HQ in Bellingham but I'm sure it will be just the tip of the iceberg. What happened to the "Tristram fox" for example? A couple of years ago I was trying to find out(without success)what happens to a ship's plans when the old ship is laid up? Are they thrown in the back of some Marine Super's locker at H.O. and forgotten? Has anyone a contact who can find out? Those sort of things should be kept for our Association archives. I managed to get a copy of a few 'Gen Arrangements" i.e. Retainer (as built), Hebe/Bacchus, Resource/Regent and Engadine, from city museums where the vessels were built. Like much of history, it's interest value is not recognised until too late.
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-08-03 05:50:45

 
For Chris Puxley:
Joined the Grey just after the bump with the Okanagan, but remember the lump of fibreglass fin with a maple leaf painted on it. I think it had gone when I went back there in '79?.

Years ago, I too, remember (with others) endeavouring to drink the Tiger brewery dry, with no success!!

Just a thought, does any one know what happens to 'mess trophies' when ships are decomissioned? any mileage in thinking about an R.F.A. museum I winder? I think that the Beira 'bucket' is, or was in the dockyard museum at Portsmouth, but of course that was competed for by RN ships as well. I think the 'Dale boats' are represented on it.

Pleased to hear that the Seacrest is still 'up and running' Rab.
 
 
 
Chris Puxley - 2007-08-02 04:28:44

 
For Dick Elsey - Yes, I can remember that Grey Rover paying off party in the dives of Helensburgh too - just! I consider myself fortunate to have been put on a train going in the right direction. My eldest son is a WEO on Trident boats and lives in that part of the world now, so I pass through Helensburgh from time to time and think about those 'good ol days'.

Going back to Grey Rover, were you on there Dick when the Canadian sub "Okanagan" hit us underwater? I was 4-8 OOW at the time. One of the Canadian crew has been in touch via the 'RFA Unofficially' website and was interested to hear our perspective. (We were totally absolved of blame in case anyone wondered!). He seemed to recall our corporate hospitality equally as much as the bump.

In my last email I forgot to mention that whilst in Singers I was with a group of RAF types and paid a visit to the Tiger brewery. After the rapid lookaround we were in the bar and sampling the goods when I noticed amongst many other badges, one from the "Olwen". How long ago was that I wonder.
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2007-08-01 07:19:59

 
For the Webmaster: In same boat as your good self when it comes to co-ordinates for the Sunshine. Regret photographs are in the negative-no pun intended.
Seacrest now being run by Jackie, daughter of Dot. Called in there a couple of years ago during a nostalgic tour of the area.
 
 
 
Dick Elsey - 2007-08-01 06:13:51

 
For Rab: Quite right! never did beat C.C. at table tennis! but of course he had 'home advantage'!
For Chris: I seem to remember your paying off party on Grey Rover,? the train jopurney to Glasgow and helping you (with others) on the sleeper!!.....

Some watering holes both near and far...
Amys at J.B. Jack Conders in H.K. Dots. Seacrest in Whitley Bay, and the Wilcove near Yonderberry. just for starters...
regerds to all

Dick
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-07-31 12:49:03

 
Rab, your wish is my command. However I will need more precise co-ordinates for the Sunshine Bar as either they have changed the street names or Google's map is up the spout, so I have centered it on the Arch of Tusks. As I recall, the New Florida was further south east. And what about the Casablanca? I will also need some photos of course to plant on the scenes of interest! DMG
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2007-07-31 10:24:43

 
For the Webmaster:
How about Mombasa's Sunshine Club or The New Florida? On Kilindini Road if my memory serves me well.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2007-07-30 12:47:20

 
For the benefit of those (dinosaurs) who have not yet got Google Earth, you can now zoom straight to the Sembawang Gate from the guestbook entry page. I am open to suggestions for other nostalgic locations. DMG
 
 
 
Colin Evans - 2007-07-30 10:25:57

 
Referring to Chris Puxley's posting. Take a look at Singapore and Sambewang on Google Earth where your able to see just what Chris is talking about.
 
 

 

 

 

 

Steve Oatey - 2006-12-01 01:30:54

 
In the "mixed" section, picture of Blue Rover 1972, I think the person labelled "CEO" looks like Mike Medlicott.
 
 
 
Dennis Harker - 2006-11-25 15:32:53

 
Fully understood Dave - RFA's view is "why manage your own database when you can use someone elses?" Seem to remember very similar happening with the Souls On Board list. Too difficult to manage in the office so make the ships send a new complete list each time there's a change.

Interpretation of normal is down to each individual - I say that, sat here, with a pencil up each nostril and a pair of underpants on my head!!

Best wishes
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-11-25 03:29:46

 
Fully understood Dennis and Colin but I hope we are still "normal"!
My understanding is that the only way to be sure of getting Gunline these days is to be on the Association mailing list. This was not introduced by us, but by the RFA!
Cheers.
DMG
 
 
 
Colin J Evans - 2006-11-24 14:51:30

 
You've equally expressed my sentiments exactly Dennis
 
 
 
Dennis Harker - 2006-11-24 12:08:34

 
Thanks for the information David. I'll email Nick and see if he has any info - however, I don't get Gunlines despite emailing him several times and his promises to put me back on the mailing list so I am not sure whether I will get a response or not.

Why am I not a member? After 39 years in the RFA I am enjoying the break away from the routine and all that went with it. Whilst I like and want to keep in touch and am willing to help with photos and anything else requested, I haven't yet felt the need to slip back into RFA ways. I am enjoying being normal for the time being - if you know what I mean. That is not meant in any derogatory way but I don't feel the need to meet up with a group etc. at the moment.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-11-24 03:04:22

 
No news as yet Dennis. Its a bit early.
They are usually to be ordered individually from the Whale Island address which last year was 1/O Nick Covill, Fleet/2SL Media & Communications, CinCfleet HQ, MP2-4, Henry Leach Building, Whale Island,Portsmouth.
PO2 5ER. (Nothing like a simple address!)Last years price was 4.50 payable to RFA Benevolent Fund.
The former arrangement whereby Association members got one free has been binned.
The Xmas edition of Gunline is underway and is supposed to be out before Xmas!
Anyway why arent you a member??
Dave Gerrard
 
 
 
Dennis Harker - 2006-11-24 02:30:47

 
Does anyone know if the Calendars are for sale yet and what contact address is required to order/purchase? Bear in mind that I am not an Association member so, presumably, cannot purchase via the RFAA.

Many thanks.
 
 
 
Shaun Jones - 2006-11-20 04:19:43

 
Re: Falklands 25



Dear Captain Jones



Please accept our apologies for any disappointment caused by the lack of mention of the RFA, we have had an extremely difficult task in summarising the conflict so concisely and have consequently omitted a great number of people who contributed to the liberation of the Falkland Islands. We are currently investigating the technical requirements of adding a register to the site, so those who have not been personally mentioned in the copy can register their details. I have added the RFA Sir Galahad to the text About the Conflict and the revised text will be uploaded shortly.



Thank you for pointing these things out.



Joanna Sowter

Falklands 25 team

Telephone: 01903 810065

 
 
 
 
Colin J Evans - 2006-11-17 12:47:23

 
Re Falklands 25, their reply

Dear Mr Evans
Please accept our apologies for any disappointment caused by the lack of mention of the RFA, we have had an extremely difficult task in summarising the conflict so concisely and have consequently omitted a great number of people who contributed to the liberation of the Falkland Islands. We are currently investigating the technical requirements of adding a register to the site, so those who have not been personally mentioned in the copy can register their details. We have also added a reference to the links page on the About the Conflict page for those who wish to read in more detail about the conflict.
I hope this will go some way towards rectifying the omission.

Joanna Sowter

Falklands 25 team

Telephone: 01903 810065

 
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-11-16 08:41:04

 
Ref www.falklands25.com . I've managed to put some pro RFA propaganda on their "memories" page.
DMG
 
 
 
Colin J Evans - 2006-11-15 12:05:20

 
Regards the www.falklands25.com website. I've written to the compiler of the site and pointed out a few of the glaring ommisions from whats included in their history of the operation etc Whether it changes anything has to be seen.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-11-14 07:47:11

 
Never mind Shaun - we have our own Falklands RFA website!
 
 
 
Shaun Jones - 2006-11-14 07:43:33

 
Just had a look through the Falklands 25th website (www.falklands25.com). Not a single mention of the RFA!
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-11-14 03:47:25

 
Welcome Frank. Wave Premier was sold for scrap at Rosyth in June 1960. it was a bit before my time but I'm sure someone remembers her.
DMG
 
 
 
FRANK FERRI - 2006-11-14 03:41:02

 
after quilifying from Leith Nautical College (Ts Dolphin) my first ship waas the oil tanker "Wave Premier" Joined her at Leith as cabob boy on October 17th 1952. We joined up with the RN feet at Rosyth and Invergordon. The battle ship Vanguard, Cruiser Swiftsure, aircraft carrier EAgle, some Diamon clas destroyers etc and other members of the NATO fleet. We headed for the Arctic Ocean on Exercise Mainbrace, war games.... In 1953, she joined the fleet in the Yellow Sea to refuel ships during the Korean War...Would love to hear more about her and when she was scrapped and from anyone who sailed on her Regards Frank
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-10-29 12:30:43

 
Mixed Gallery Warsash 82. Between Mike Mission and Jim Denning is Gerry Williams
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-10-23 07:22:27

 
For Bryan Davies. Separate email sent to you with emailadd
 
 
 
bryan davies - 2006-10-23 07:18:35

 
can someone please let me have a contact name or number re non appearance of the latest issue of gunline
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-10-21 09:47:51

 
Nice hello and welcome on the Comms/Supply and Medics Gallery. Pleased to see they have not yet killed off the Morse Code.
 
 
 
IAN McCALLUM - 2006-10-19 04:33:45

 
GOOD PHOTOS MANY MEMORIES STIRRED.RFA 1967-77
 
 
 
Colin Evans - 2006-10-17 07:38:01

 
Whatever happened to "Pancho" ? I sailed with him a few times over the years, what a character.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-10-17 01:41:36

 
Your'e too kind Rab. I hope Pancho could remember the words. I'm taking requests for the other pages,
DMG
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-10-16 09:41:21

 
BZ to the website's resident pianist!
"The very appropriate "As time goes by" always reminds me of "Pancho" Williams Elec Off who frequently sang it as the CSB took hold.
 
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-10-14 05:42:12

 
The RFA Association has now joined the MOD Committee charged with organising F25 events next year. We would like to hear from all RFA and STO(N) Afloat personnel who served in the conflict, and who hold the South Atlantic Medal. This information will help us to ensure all our veterans and their families are given the oppportunity to attend ticket events and participate in the services.
Please mail to F25@rfa-association.org
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-10-06 05:32:41

 
Thank you. I've been practising!.
DMG
 
 
 
Shaun Jones - 2006-10-06 02:58:54

 
Like the music while you surf. Very snazzy!
 
 
 
John Breckon - 2006-10-05 13:36:43

 
unamed c2 tidereach? the two hanging over the rail are they Neil Matherson J.E.O and Jerry? the junior Purser + Mike(GNU)New J.E.O walking out of the picture
Could it be Tidepool?
 
 
 
Alex Landels - 2006-10-05 07:18:23

 
Rab,
Thank you for jogging my memory, it is George Ashley!
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-10-04 13:06:27

 
Mixed -Tideflow 1965. Is this Catering Officer George Ashley ?
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-10-04 03:47:14

 
Technical matters. Direct Uploads . In case anyone has tried to register and activate without success, please let me know as Shaun Jones and I have finally figured how to overcome the glitches.
DMG
 
 
 
Colin evans - 2006-10-02 05:48:40

 
Grey Rover 1986. Horse race meeting on the flight deck. Bob Smith CEO standing in the middle of the three on the left.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-10-02 02:45:09

 
Well spotted, that man. I was misinformed by the subject.
DMG
 
 
 
Steve Oatey - 2006-10-01 21:49:38

 
Re: photo caption "....Black Rover first commission" Looks like the Grey to me!
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-10-01 06:15:18

 
A likely story!.
Lots more mystery faces on the Unamed Page.
DMG
 
 
 
Alex Landels - 2006-09-29 08:32:04

 
Dave,
Thanks for processing and posting the slides and your comments.
We were wearing standard UK all weather gear provided by Hepworths; it was at the time of Harold's 1st Labour Govmnt and economies were creeping in.
The ER telescope was not in all engineers best uniform kit but special issue for checking boiler water level from the telephone acoustic booth on a Waveboat.
Cheers,
Alex
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-09-24 03:00:14

 
Gunline. Alls well that ends well. However some Association copy didnt make it. See National Website at www.rfa-association.org.
DMG
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-09-23 03:43:38

 
Gunline arrived this morning.
 
 
 
Byron Jones - 2006-09-23 03:00:04

 
Gunline arrived this morning.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-09-21 07:34:23

 
Gunline. Your not the only ones! I am awaiting info from Head Office.
DMG
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-09-21 05:19:10

 
Thista reports non receipt Gunline. Tracer action requested!
 
 
 
Scofe - 2006-09-20 10:50:23

 
For Webmaster

Gunline not received
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-09-13 05:34:43

 
Disregard the last transmission. The RFAA mailing list is now being actioned and you should have your copy by the end of the week.
DMG
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-09-13 01:25:25

 
Gunline. It has been published.Have you got yours?
The RFAA wish to know if the revised system is working.
Plymouth Branch members please report to this Email.
Other Branch members to your Branch.
Other areas/overseas on this page.
DMG
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-09-10 03:49:41

 
We're back, with the exception of the Interactive Gallery. Send in your photos.
DMG
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-09-09 03:04:24

 
The site is having technical problems which prevent the updating of galleries at present.
Sorting it out may mean that we are off the air for a couple of days.
Normal service will be resumed asap.
Bye
DMG
 
 
 
Byron Jones - 2006-09-09 02:16:35

 
Thanks Rab. I've had a good look at the Gallery, especially the gentlemen you mentioned, but don't recognise them I'm afraid. Mind you we have all aged a bit over the years.
Cheers
 
 
 
Jan Reid - 2006-09-03 05:29:03

 
Very impressive. Now when you all get together round the bar and talk about the 60's, I can scan the photos and find some of the names. Wonder what they'll think of us in 30/40 yrs time.
 
 
 
Webmaster - 2006-08-30 01:29:20

 
Thanks Mike. I had my doubts about it being Malcolm.
Ref Photos. JPEGS please, ideal size 800x600 pixels and file size around 100Kb, but I can adjust.
If you havnt a scanner ,I can handle prints, slides or 35mm negatives. Postal address is on Merchandise page. All will be returned.
Cheers
Dave Gerrard
 
 
 
 

 
un-named

SRO RFA Tideflow isn't Malcolm Davies but Tom Bolan - took a long night to trawl that one back !
In what format do you want any offerings
actual pics or digital whatever

rgds

Mike Austin

 
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-08-29 12:47:29

 
For Byron Jones. The late John (Snake)Williams was SRO of Tidespring when she did her maiden voyage. He was there in 1965 when I joined Spring at sea from Tidereach. Another possibility could be Wyn (Dai) Davies or Duggie (Kyushsu) Cunningham all of whom held SRO rank around that time. Have a shufti at the Gallery which may jog your memory.
Have just had an email as I write this from one who may know..watch this space.
73
 
 
 
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Mike Austin - 2006-08-29 16:41:44

 
un-named

SRO RFA Tideflow isn't Malcolm Davies but Tom Bolan - took a long night to trawl that one back !
In what format do you want any offerings
actual pics or digital whatever

rgds

Mike Austin

 
 
 
 
Rab Thomson - 2006-08-29 12:47:29

 
For Byron Jones. The late John (Snake)Williams was SRO of Tidespring when she did her maiden voyage. He was there in 1965 when I joined Spring at sea from Tidereach. Another possibility could be Wyn (Dai) Davies or Duggie (Kyushsu) Cunningham all of whom held SRO rank around that time. Have a shufti at the Gallery which may jog your memory.
Have just had an email as I write this from one who may know..watch this space.
73

 

 
 
 
Byron Jones - 2006-08-29 06:37:40