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HMS Nessus at the Battle of Jutland
HMS Nessus at the Battle of Jutland
HMS Nessus was an M-class Destroyer which formed part of the 2nd division of the 12th Destroyer Flotilla. During the night engagement, she was hit by retaliatory gunfire during an attempted torpedo attack on the German High Seas Fleet. According to Sub-Lt Eric Lees, a shell "struck the base of the foremast, cutting it in two, blowing the galley to bits, killing two officers and five ratings, and wounding a further eight ratings." This community is intended to include all those who served in Nessus at Jutland. To share, or request, information, please email: gerrycostellofww[at]gmail.com
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Born 1896
Died 1916
Royal Navy Midshipman Royal Naval Reserve - HMS Nessus
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Born 1888
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Born 1896
Died 1916
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Died 1916
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Died 1917
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Born 1899
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Born 1886
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