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Tuesday  February  2  2016   14:05:59
Paul Griffith
 Hi to all My name is Paul Griffith  but I was known as Tony Griffith. I joined the RFA Olna 2 days before she was commissioned. I joined as deck boy and stayed on her for over 2yrs including 13 months far east. Just wondered if any one remembers me.

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Friday  January 29  2016   10:52:29
Gerald Careless
Could anybody please let me know how to contact Andy Thompson and John Harris Of RFA Resurgent in 1964.Both were JEO.Also Frank Couch EEO.

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Thursday  January 28  2016   17:30:32
R Thomson
I am very sorry to have learned that Captain David Gerrard has crossed the bar. He was a good shipmate. I sailed with him twice  in RFA Bacchus and RFA Resource when he was Chief Officer. He was a great source of info and nostalgia on this site and others. I send my condolences to Mrs Gerrard and family.  RIP.

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Tuesday  January 26  2016   14:16:22
Dave Burns
So sad to hear of the passing of David Gerrard (Choff). R.I.P. Thanks for all your past help.

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Monday  November 23  2015   23:30:26
Stephen C Webster
Came across your website by accident - but what a find ! My grandfather was Capt. George William Webster who served on a number of RFA vessels. I have access to his records and the names/photos of a few of his ships but would really like to know more. If anyone has any knowledge concerning him as Capt  or during his time as other ranks then please get in touch.

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Sunday  November  8  2015   13:39:04
Robert McManus
Great to view photos of the RFA mariners. Some of the photos  circa 1980 of the RFA Lyness(USNS Sirius) during the time I was 3rd engineer on the turnover crew really bring back memories. My two years spent in Empress State Building and Carpenter House were some of the best years of my career. Fair winds and following seas to all who sail for RFA.

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Thursday  October 22  2015   16:16:16
Peter Hogan
Please could you remove Peter Hogan's as the painter of the pencil drawing of Stromness and the colour image of RFA Fort Rosalie as they have been mistakenly accredited to him and he is not the artist.   However he did paint many pictures of RFAs prior to there construction or completion and others that the originals went with the ships or were displayed at RFA HQ. He also produced a few pencil drawing covers for 'Force Four'. Drawings of the then projected 'New AOR'  Sir Tristram prior to refit  Sir Galahad prior to completion  RFA's at Sea with a Type 42   a Colour painting of Argus and Rover Class steaming in company.  3 Paintings of Stromness and 1 of Tarbatness  and a RAS with an O Tanker and Stretched Type 22. and RFA Kharki in the Far East as a Christmas Card.

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Tuesday  October  6  2015   12:46:52
Choff
You can register in the Gallery in RFA People and in RFA Ships which will allow you to make comments or ask questions under the photos. However I fear there is little known that is not already on display.

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Tuesday  October  6  2015   09:45:30
Tessa Edgecombe
I'm trying to find out a bit more about RRS Discovery II and one of its crew so would like to have access to the resources on this site if possible.

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Sunday  September 13  2015   20:42:26
R Thomson
I just found out on Ships Nostalgia that  Radio Officer Kevin McNicholas passed away in August 2015 and was buried on the 10th September. He was 58 years old. He sailed on many RFA vessels and was proud to serve his country. After the RFA Kevin worked in the North Sea and went on to work in senior IT roles ashore. His fantastic  bawdy humour  his great sense of duty and honour and his precious friendship will be missed by all who knew him.

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Sunday  August  9  2015   20:30:38
Choff
Thank you. Your message has been forwarded to Capt. Roberts.

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Saturday  August  8  2015   23:35:16
 Chris Hoare
In April 1982 my mother  Jean Hoare  was sub-postmistress at Beaumont Rd PO  Plymouth.  One Sat. pm Capt Philip Roberts of RFA Sir Galahad visited the post office  closed by this time  and asked my mother if she would reopen her office to sell him stamps for the crew as they were soon to sail for the Falklands. Naturally she did without hesitation.  Captain Roberts was very appreciative and left my motherhis business card with  his home address in Woking. It was stamped in blue letters RFA SIR GALAHAD. Handwritten on the back of the card were the following words: "Falklands Crisis. Called in P.O. Sat p.m. Purchased stamps for crew."  I recently found the card while clearing my mother's house and have kept it safe. Not sure if it belongs in a museum. It is a small but interesting piece of RFA memorabilia. 

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Thursday  June 11  2015   04:18:11
Bev Hatch
Just found out that Ian "First Bar" Smith ex 20E died at the weekend.  My thoughts go out to his family.

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Wednesday  March 25  2015   08:12:34
Ray Thaw
Hello and Good Morning to you all.  I am currently working as Families Liaison for the Gulf War (90-91) Memorial Trust Appeal (GWMTA). I am trying to trace Family representation for the men listed on the "Roll of Honour" sited in St Pauls Catherdal  London.  I am aware of 2 men of t he RFA whom did not make it home and whos names appear.  MM1 Maurice Foy. I have contact with his family. the other being  MM1 Peter Harris. Other than information about his passing there seems to be no direct information relating to his Family.  We are erecting a Memorial to Honour these men. I would like representation from his Family to attend the unveiling. Can you help??  We have approached all manner of Associations  people  Veterans sites and the like with  at the moment no success. Time is still on my side....but the clock is ticking!!  Thank you in advance.  Ray Thaw

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Thursday  March  5  2015   11:43:16
dennis gilmore
hi there   i was a signalman from 1971 till 1979. i served on several ships and had a lot of good friends both Officers and Crew.  i now live in Malta and have found this sit e by chance.  it would be great to hear from anyone that had sailed with me and have a chat to. tony tomkins  rupert hannen  dave allport   ron forrester and any one else that knows me i used to be nicknamed GEORDIE  i hope to hear fom some of you soon   regards to all     dennis gilmore

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Thursday  February  5  2015   17:22:46
Walter Ross
Hi  My uncle is Walter Ross  who served on the Wave Laird 1950-1953  is there anyone who remembers my uncle and served with him please  as I am doing a photo book of Memories for him  before his memory fades  Look forward to hearing from anyone and everyone.  Camelia

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Saturday  January 31  2015   07:13:28
Cliff collinson
Thank you Sir for reminding me of a significant period in my life. If it is permissible I would like to download and save a picture of L4097 "Andalsnes"  I served aboard her for several years. I have a photo of the crew about 1974 or thereabouts if you wish it.

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Sunday  January 25  2015   09:15:14
Jeffrey Wilson
Name: Jeffrey Wilson - No Email Comments: Hi Geoff  good to know we are all on the right side of the turf! Hope all is well with you. Regards Tony Prout

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Sunday  January 25  2015   08:18:03
Jeffrey Wilson
Hi Geoff  good to know we are all on the right side of the turf! Hope all is well with you. Regards Tony Prout

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Monday  January 12  2015   12:15:29
Ian Docherty
Hi shipmates.  looking for Ex RESURGENT 1966 crew living in Plymouth area if they haven't crossed the bar  Barry Johns   Danny Wearne   Ron Saltern  its been a long time but the memories linger happy days  

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Friday  December  5  2014   00:12:20
98642Robert Carr
I would like to contact Capt Mike Brace RFA ret'd. does anyone have a contact e-mail or address?

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Wednesday  November 19  2014   16:46:02
R Thomson
For Les Wilkie. Good to see you on here  Les.  You were 1st RO with Fred Gravil when I joined Tidereach in 1964 in Singapore. Merry Christmas when it comes along.  Rab Thomson 

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Friday  November 14  2014   21:14:17
Geff Yeates
Its a long time since I looked on here. I'm well thanks Dave  good to hear from you. Hope all is well with you. I came from Brighton but played with Charlton Athletic  don't remember Norman Gall but I do remember Jim Davies. Apologies if you get two messages  one went to 'save' but I don't know where it actually went! oh well  pleasures of age!  Regards Geff

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Friday  November 14  2014   20:45:48
Geff Yeates
Not been on here for ages  Hi there Dave. I am well thank you. Hope you are keeping well. I came from Brighton but played with Charlton Athletic. Sorry no  I don't remember Norman Gall. I remember Jim Davies. Hope you are enjoying retirement. Are you still in the North?  I'm in Worthing  a few miles West of Brighton.  Regards Geff 

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Friday  November 14  2014   14:58:23
Dave Burns
I have just seen Geoff Yeats message.I posted the photos in Subic Bay and on board ship with you involved. Can you remember Jim Davies who was 3rd eng and was a clever inside forward. You played left back if I remember.Were you not involved with Brighton before you went to sea. I played for Sunderlands junior side as a centre forward. Hope this finds you well. Can you remember Norman Gall who played a lot of games for Brighton. He played for our junior side two years after me. Regards  Dave.33337

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Friday  November  7  2014   11:13:06
Les Wilkie
Just great to see my past in photos - my first SRO Mark Sutton on Tide Austral and many more familiar faces. Regards to all who remember me  Les Wilkie

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Sunday  September 28  2014   21:18:26
Paul Davidson
      Hello to all the ex Olmeda / Olna crew of 1966

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Saturday  September 27  2014   18:13:14
Choff
Thank you both Davids.

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Saturday  September 27  2014   11:47:22
David 'Chippy' Carter
Past ships  Wave Baron  Wave Knight. Was on Tide Range  at Christmas Island before the big explosion. We sailed 24 hrs before the event   we were 300 miles away and heard nothing and saw nothing  fortunately! Now 82 and long into retirement. Many thanks. It all seems such a long time ago!

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Wednesday  September 24  2014   22:00:32
David Blackaller
Just finished looking at all the photoes of RFAs past and present(over 2 nights)brought back a lot of memoriesof my14 years in the RFA from 1951 ! now coming up to 83 yrs of age but got to admit those years were the best of my working life.served as E/O on the Dales and Leafs.Many thanks.David Blackaller.

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Tuesday  July 15  2014   14:59:51
Joseph Spearing
God bless the R.F.A and all those that served and still serving in it 

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Sunday  July  6  2014   05:44:39
Joseph Spearing
God bless the R.F.A and all those that served and still serving in it  

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Tuesday  May 20  2014   09:24:26
Choff
The site is now back to normal in its new home.

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Sunday  May 11  2014   09:13:06
Choff
RFAA Plymouth and RFA Nostalgia are being transferred to a new host. They may go offline for a while. New registrations  comments and uploads are suspended. Back soon I hope. DMG

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Wednesday  April  2  2014   14:18:52
B J Pullen
what a fantastic site great photos and stories as ex Royal Navy and Falklands 1982 veteran I can relate to these images 

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Wednesday  April  2  2014   11:26:17
Jeffrey Wilson
 Having looked at the many photos and seeing many old friends over the years I would just like to wish everyone well and thanks for many happy memories.  Jeff wilson ssk Sto(n) dept RFA LYNESS 1980-81 RFA REGENT 1981 RFA FORT AUSTIN 1982-85 RFA FORT GEORGE 1985 RFA FORT GRANGE 1985-OCT 86  Compulsary redundancy from RNSD EAGLESCLIFFE  26 Happy years service

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Saturday  March 22  2014   19:58:47
TEDY BEAR
Hi  to anyone that remembers me retainer(74to79)fort grange79to85 regret86wouldbe great to hear from you all

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Thursday  February 20  2014   11:30:12
Charlie Sanderson
Philip  Winstanley  Hi Phil  Received your message via John Brecon (ex-RFA) on RFA Association website.  Would love to get in contact with you. Hope you are fit and well.  Looking forward to hearing from you.  Charlie

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Thursday  February 20  2014   08:35:11
Philip Winstanley
Phil Winstanley  Is trying to contact Charlie Sanderson RFA  retired they were at college together in South Shields 40 years ago.

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Sunday  January 12  2014   13:29:08
Malcolm Turner
    Hi       Nice to see some familiar faces in the Nostalgia section.Sailed in the RFA between 1967-73.Sailed mostly on the old Tides-Reach Surge Pool and Resouce.Continued at sea with Esso Pet.till 1997.Retired in 2003 after six years with BP coastal fleet.Still get away for a few days in Northern Spain via Plymouth.Would like to hear from anyone who recognizes the name.     Malc Turner                                                      

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Friday  November  8  2013   11:11:47
Dick Elsey
Hi Rab.  That's the chap I now remember  no stranger to a jar or two or three! if I remember known as Malc. the ...!!  Happy Day's of yore!  thanks again  Dick 

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Thursday  November  7  2013   08:17:10
Rab Thomson
Hello Dick. The late Malcolm Whitelaw whilst in RAF service undertook Chinese Whispering duties. There was one other RO to be in the same business but his name eludes me at present.

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Monday  November  4  2013   19:40:37
Dick Elsey
Chinese Whispers; Have just read this book about RAF National Servicemen who were in Hong Kong listening in to Chinese broadcasts. I seem to remember that some of our R.O.s were involved  but cannot remember who? any ideas? Scofe might know? A good book to read for anyone who knew Hong Kong in the late fifties or early sixties with some good pics.  ISBN no is:9780987550415in paperback about £12. regards to all Dick

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Friday  November  1  2013   17:15:22
Choff
Thanks Geff  You can add comments directly under the pics.

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Friday  November  1  2013   17:05:50
Geff Yeates
Hi Just put up a couple of photos.   Football pic in People/Mixed - Tidespring at Subic Bay  file 3/4  standing in the middle is Vernon Reed.  Glad to know there are still some of us around.  Good site.

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Thursday  October 31  2013   17:33:20
Alex Blackwood
For Tony Lilly. I was Senior "Lecky" in Fort Grange. Remember you and Gurney. Even if age is taking its toll on memories now!

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Thursday  October 31  2013   09:01:16
Choff
Welcome Geff  Your pics were supplied by Dave Burns & Jim Nelson. We have corrected the spelling of your surname.  For Tony   Yes Shylock is in Tavistock.

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Wednesday  October 30  2013   22:17:30
Geff Yeates
Hi  Just found this site. Very interesting to go through. Surprised to find 3 photos of myself that I didn't know existed and good to see some old faces. I was a cadet engineer on Wave Regent in 1957  Jnr. engineer on Wave Sovereign 1961 and on Tide Reach in 1963 4th engineer on Fort Duquesne in 1963/4 and 4th engineer on Tideflow in 1965.

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Sunday  October 27  2013   19:37:53
Tony Lilly
Just stumbled into this site  Ft Grange Falklands with 824 'C' flight (aircrew)and will always remember Tony Sherlock or as we (me and Gurney Hickey) called him ''Shylock'' - not sure why. Like me an Argyle fan. Where has he retired to then - Tavvy way ??

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Sunday  October 13  2013   07:02:38
Reid McMillan
Served on Fort Constantine and Wave Ruler also Tidereach in the early sixties  fond memories

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Saturday  August 10  2013   20:53:14
Choff
SEEKING JAKE SANDERS  From Diane Cole:-      "I am trying to trace Jake Sanders to invite him to the Ruby Wedding of myself and Captain Alfie Cole. They served in the RFA together. Jake was our best man. Can anyone help?"    If you have any leads to Jake's whereabouts  please use the Contact Form.

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Thursday  July 18  2013   18:53:51
Choff
See RFA Association site for information regarding Tom's funeral. http://www.rfa-association.org.uk/index.php/main/finished-with-engines/crossed-the-bar/249-chief-officer-se-c-tom-kennedy-crossed-the-bar

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Wednesday  July 17  2013   21:47:43
R Thomson
Regret to announce that Tom Kennedy retired SRO   passed away at his home in Largs  this morning.  No further iinfo available at this time.

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Friday  June  7  2013   09:40:49
peter turner
i like the photo of H.M.S. Galatea with R.F.A. Tidepool  as i am a ex Merchant seaman that sailed on RFA Tidepool back in the mid 70s. we sailed with the HMS Kent and Bacchante as excorts and also with the old HMS Bulwark. i was a steward on tidepool join her at one of the virgin islands and with her on the show the flag to the Caribbean and Panama City and Acapullco Mexico and San Diego North Island naval base and also Norfolk naval base and  New Westminster with the Royal Canadian Navy and Lima City Peru and Gibraltar with the Royal Navy and Portsmouth Gosport Side   peter turner Ex tidepool steward

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Wednesday  March 13  2013   14:18:55
paul mclean
 hey guys   had the pleasure of serving with RFA on the black rover <the black pig > RFA olna < oh lord never again lol> and the resource from 1980 through to 1983 really glorious times CHARLES and DI <rip> honeymoon cruise in the med 1981 inc . would be looking for anyone who remembers me .

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Wednesday  March 13  2013   13:46:02
paul mclean
hey guys   had the pleasure of serving with RFA on the black rover <the black pig > RFA olna < oh lord never again lol> and the resource from 1980 through to 1983 really glorious times CHARLES and DI <rip> honeymoon cruise in the med 1981 inc . would be looking for anyone who remembers me .

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Sunday  January 20  2013   12:36:07
JOHN RODGERS
Hi   I was in the R.F.A as an Engineer Cadet ( Riversdale  Liverpool '71-75. Phase 2 at sea on 'Retainer' and 'Derwentdale'(73-74) . .  Then time as a J/E/O.  on'Tideflow'  'Regent'  'Sir Geraint 'and 'Green Rover'. Left somewhat prematurely   very unsettled and had a year with T.J.Harrisons . . . .I orginally joined the R.F.A. as a Deck Cadet but my father ( Engineering Lectuter at Riversdale)persuaded me to switch to Engineering just prior to the start of the course which with hindsight wasnt a good move as it turned out I had a difficulty with enclosed spaces Oh well. I've always maintained my love for ships and the sea though !

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Friday  December 28  2012   17:52:58
Tonyh Evans S/R/O (Retired)
I now have information from his adughter Tessa  regarding Fred Gravil's funeral arrangements:  Service will be on Thursday January 3rd at 12.30 p.m. In  St Nicholas Church Stonegate  Thorne  Doncaster DN8 5NP (followed by cremation at Doncaster Crematorium)  but the family will proceed direct to  Refreshments at The Punchbowl Hotel Fieldside House  Field Side  Thorne  Doncaster DN8 4BE  Phone:01405 813580

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Thursday  December 20  2012   21:02:04
Ian Jameson
Just passing through to see if there are any of my old shipmates about.i sailed with RFA from 74/5.Took Gold away from the Tyne after sailing commercial since '61.Never looked back and retired in 2004.Great life "then". Regards.

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Tuesday  December 18  2012   15:14:12
Tony Evans  S/R/O/ Retd
Have just received a call from Tessa Holdaway  Fred Gravil's daughter  informing me that Fred went silent key at 1310z this afternoon. Funeral will be in early January and I will post any information as soon as I receive it

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Friday  December 14  2012   08:36:10
Choff
Its just about still running so have copied your sad news there. The url is http://pub28.bravenet.com/guestbook/2403061654/ DMG

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Thursday  December 13  2012   22:24:35
Tony Evans (S/R/O/ Retd)
Sad to report that I received a message yesterday morning to say that Fred Gravil S/R/O (Retd) has just returned from hospital to die at home after some weeks battling with cancer. He reached the great age of 99  and I am sure will be remembered with affection by many here.  I will post any further information as received  If the Unofficial RFA site is still running I would be grateful if someone would post this onwards and would also like to have the URL as after a hard drive crash I lost my favourites!

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Thursday  December 13  2012   02:08:56
Barry Skidmore
 Nice to see some familiar faces again.  Very happy years with the RFA - 1976 to 1991. JRO - RO(B)- RO(A) - I think.  Currently on night watch at Milford Haven Coastguard as Watch Manager and Search Mission Co-ordinator. Coming to the end of my career with the HM Coastguard  1991 to hopefully 2014/5.  Still have strong ties with the sea.  Happy Xmas and New Year to all who knew me. Safe sailing.

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Monday  December 10  2012   09:13:53
rab thomson
Seasonal Greetings to all RFA folk   past and present.

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Wednesday  December  5  2012   00:20:14
steve
i was just looking at the rfa photographs and remembered a incident involving hms keppel circa 1975 / 6 . i was aboard keppel and after a succesfull ras   we somehow rammed one of the rfa vessels . i think it was one of the rover   but i am not 100% sure . Does anyone remember the incident   and or have any information . Any info will be used soley for my RN history   ships served   crew lists etc .  Yours aye .  

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Tuesday  November 27  2012   08:16:25
Rab Thomson
For Dave Bolton.  Just checked out that urbex site. Fascinating stuff.  Looks as if it could be a dangerous hobby  if that is the right word to describe it. I see an old friend of mine in one of the photos   Mike (Mickey Mouse Vickers).  Thanks Dave for the post and link.  Rab T

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Friday  November 23  2012   19:05:17
David Bolton
Hiya   Just to let you know. The unknown person in Supply/medical  file number 36/165 with John Hood is Chief Cook Andy Macdougall. Check the spelling  but that is him.  regards Dave

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Friday  November 23  2012   18:35:02
David Bolton
Just browsing and found this site  which might be of some interest  as the photo's bring it all back.  http://www.28dayslater.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=48750  Just copy and paste into your browser.  You will not be disappointed.  regards Dave

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Sunday  November 11  2012   20:25:36
Steve Stewart
Hi    I just wanted to see if there was anyone here that served with or knew of my Grandad - John Peters/Johnny/Geordie? He was RFA Olna during Falklands?  Any information would be most appreciated   Thank You All   Steve Stewart

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Thursday  October 18  2012   09:51:32
Choff
Hello Alex  I see we have a couple of photos of you already  but if you have any more to share  do send them in. Regards DMG

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Tuesday  October 16  2012   22:43:38
David Bolton
Hi Alex   Good to see you are still around and lucky enough to retire.  Enjoy your retirement  I'm enjoying mine.  regards David Bolton   RFA Rtd

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Tuesday  October 16  2012   21:34:40
Alexander Parker
I hope all of you who know me from our past Board of Trade Acquaintance time on board RFA Ships are well as I am. I am currently working for DHL in Gloucester and aim to retire to the Far East in roughly 12 months time.  Best Regards to all who know me. Alex Parker Ex First Officer (LS)

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Saturday  October 13  2012   21:57:59
Dave Burns
Hi Dave Once again I am probably asking the obvious but can one add a comment on photos from earlier reunions and if so how. I was looking at a Newcastle reunion from 2001 and thought I recognised Connie Constantine who was my first 2nd engineer on Tidepool in 1963. Regards  Dave. PS  Why are so few people using this site?

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Friday  October 12  2012   20:49:27
Ian Jameson
Just looking to see who is still around.

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Tuesday  September 25  2012   21:57:48
Ian Jameson
Spotted some great old RFA shipmates on your gallery.I retired 2004  but its good to see some old faces. Thanks and best wishes to all who know me in the Plymouth branch.

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Wednesday  September 12  2012   19:43:49
George Collings
Message for Ian Jameson Ex Deck Dept. I Remember you very well  George.

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Sunday  September  9  2012   16:06:19
George Collings ex Bosun
Message for Ian Jameson Ex Deck Dept I Remember you very well   George

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Friday  September  7  2012   19:11:59
Ian Jameson
Just passing through but found the site quite interesting.Was RFA for 30 years  maybe some one out there remembers me on deck.

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Wednesday  August  8  2012   11:56:33
Alex Blackwood
Stumbled across this.  http://www.haverstocks.com/obituaries/57566 Sailed with Adam in Fort Sandusky 1965/66 where he was 3rd Eng.

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Thursday  July 26  2012   13:58:12
Dick Elsey
So sorry to read that my old friend Mike Sandry has 'crossed the bar' first met him in october '58 in Resurgent and hve kept in touch ever since  condolences to jean and the family  mike R.I.P.  Dick Elsey.

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Thursday  July 19  2012   20:52:56
Choff
Thanks Rab. The word is being spread.

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Wednesday  July 18  2012   18:47:44
Rab Thomson
Regret to report that John Scott    retired Eng Supt   of Dunbar Avenue  Kirkcudbright   crossed the bar 15 July.  Service at Roucan Loch Crematorium  Dumfries on Mon 23 Jul at 1100. All friends invited.  Family flowers only.  Rab Thomson.

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Friday  July 13  2012   09:48:39
Choff
Welcome Frank  I thought that was orange squash? Got any photos to share with us?

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Friday  July 13  2012   02:03:52
Frank M. Ash
Ahoy there.  Kia ora from New Zealand.  If you are ever heading down under  always a bunk for you in the South Island.

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Tuesday  July 10  2012   23:07:29
Barry Thompson
Hi There Lyndsey  You are still in my phone book under Appointer  along with Margret Moase! no's 725973/725283. Remember your calls filling me with dread! now happily retired  hope you are keeping well. Regards Barry Thompson ELO. 

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Saturday  June 30  2012   19:29:12
Lyndsey Smith
I've just been given this site link and have been looking at all the old faces I know from my time as an appointer for SE/Comms and Deckies. I'd love to hear from anyone who remembers me and to know how you're all doing. Fond regards to you all Lyndsey

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Sunday  June 10  2012   16:15:54
Choff
I'm on holiday for the next 2 weeks. Please minimise emails. New registrations in the Gallery will take a bit longer than usual. DMG

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Monday  June  4  2012   17:27:06
Choff
For Sailorman. Your registration is activated even though the auto-reply system does not like your email address.

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Sunday  June  3  2012   16:22:56
Adam Collins
great site! learned a little on here!  cheers all and thank you for all your efforts  past  present and future.  SG1 Collins

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Friday  June  1  2012   15:24:28
Harry w
Choff thanks for that information  obviously i was ill informed and was jumping to conclusions  i did not know all the facts  i thought it was just for Naval personnel and not for the general public  or that it had a world wide subscription. now i completely understand the monthly issue.

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Friday  June  1  2012   09:42:33
Choff
Perhaps the fact that Navy News has a print run of 60 000 and is sold in newsagents has something to do with it. "The newspaper is distributed free to serving personnel  whilst worldwide subscribers (8 000 ) continue to grow. Sales of the newspaper (30 000 ) through newsagents and supermarkets remain constant." Subscriptions cost £25 per year. So I don't think your complaint is valid  Harry.

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Thursday  May 31  2012   16:19:46
Harry W
how come the Gunline only gets published 3 times a year yet the Navy News i'm led to believe is published monthly  is this so or am i jumping the gun here  if so seems rather biased  in my opinion.

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Monday  May 21  2012   23:39:47
Choff
Hello Phil  Unfortunately  Meg's post has gone to the Archive so her contact details are no longer available. We must hope she looks in.

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Thursday  May 17  2012   14:28:41
Phil Walters
Meg-re.George Osbourne. l worked with George from the age of 15 in RWY and was also with him on Regent.l have a few photo's and stories to tell. 01752 260101

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Monday  May 14  2012   15:31:34
Paul Adams
For George Mortimer  Mr Mortimer  long time no see! Finally a few days ago I put pen to paper to admit I was on Pearleaf during the conflict. 30 years and a few nightmares later. Not only did I put it to paper  but its on the web  http://www.falklandswar.org.uk/ and gives my account of those days. I work these days as a warranty surveyor out of London  inspecting hulls and vessels for specialised jobs.   let me know if you would like further information  my memory gets clogged at times!!  Kind regards Paul 

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Thursday  May 10  2012   10:57:03
George Mortimore
2012 Reunion. Falklands 30th anniversary Photo Montage. Only require names/pictures from 3 ships now;-  Blue Rover Pearleaf Sir Geraint  Someone out there nust admit to sailing with Captains Reynolds  McCulloch or Lawrence in 1982

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Friday  May  4  2012   00:35:32
Colin O&#39;Flaherty
Came across this site today 3rd May 12. Pictures brought back many memories. For those that served on the Fort Austin with me from 79 to 82  were we really that young.

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Sunday  April 29  2012   04:30:23
Harry W
Choff thanks for the info about Gunline  look forward to the latest edition..

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Friday  April 27  2012   21:34:28
Choff
That is the latest edition Harry. Gunline is now only published 3 times a year. (Times are hard in Defence!) The Spring edition is expected soon  available in the usual places.

 

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