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We remember James Walter Besent
We remember James Walter Besent
Timeline
Timeline
1889
1909
1911
1913
1914
Details
Details
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | James Walter |
| Initials | JW |
| Last Name | Besent |
| Source | 6479746 |
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy | K2910 | HMS Vivid II | Stoker 2nd Class | ||
| Royal Navy | K2910 | HMS Apollo | Stoker 1st Class | ||
| Royal Navy | K2910 | HMS Apollo | Acting Leading Stoker | ||
| Royal Navy | K2910 | HMS Erin | Leading Stoker |
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HMS Erin at the Battle of JutlandMore about HMS Erin at the Battle of Jutland
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy Seamen 1899-1919 |
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