Guestbook – HMS Coventry D118

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Martin (izzy) Isaacs wrote on August 26, 2003 at 00:16

Being an IT 'biff' I've just discovered this site. It was an honour and privilege to serve with the men of HMS Coventry in 1982, they will always be in my thoughts, Izzy

AB(s)Alan Doyle wrote on August 22, 2003 at 08:13

Great Site. I served on The Hermes, but would like to salute the brave men of HMS Coventry. God Bless you all.

Darren Poyzer wrote on August 8, 2003 at 09:30

I remember 25 May also as I was on the Broadsword, an 18 year old Caterer ... I'm a little stuck for words, other than to say lots of love and good luck to you all ... we've come a long way but we never forget ...

Miss A Perry wrote on August 6, 2003 at 19:47

This may sound very weird, but here goes.....Does anyone know of a David who died on HMS Coventry on May 25th 1982, who had a mother called Margaret?Some more names linked with David are Sophie and James.

martin"buster"Brown wrote on July 28, 2003 at 19:24

I took my6year old son+10year old daughter to the memorial in old Pompy recently,their 1st visit,my son read the roll of honour(in his own way)it was very emotional.Nice to see some familiar old names in the guestbook,lookafter yourselves you lot. Buster

Malcolm Burton wrote on July 26, 2003 at 17:44

I have to agree with Lee that whenever I have a moment to myself, my thoughts go back to that day. The day will never leave me, nore fade into memory - I can never forget my shipmates who are still patrolling.

Brum Wyatt wrote on July 23, 2003 at 16:28

Can anyone let me know or pass this message onto PO(S) Bing Crosby, to give me a call and to catch up on the gossip. Cheers

Lee Thorne wrote on July 19, 2003 at 17:32

There is not a day goes by when I do not think about the Ship's Company of D118, especially Frankie Arms and Sunny Sunderland. God Bless them all, they are always in my thoughts. I am determined to make a reunion. Regards to Paul Inman a good mate. Lee Thorne (still serving)

Dave Baglee wrote on June 27, 2003 at 22:31

I served on the Cov, from build up in Liverpool,as an AB(M) (WE SEAMAN), and left just before the Far East Deployment, Great Ship, great times, and Sad but proud ending. Dave Baglee

Brian Callus wrote on June 16, 2003 at 09:57

MEA Paul Callus was my son. I visited the memorial on Pebble Island during the 2002 Pilgrimage and was much moved by the memorial site and the very appreciative response of the islanders to the sacrifice made on their behalf.

Steve Blenkharn wrote on June 7, 2003 at 22:00

Excellent site! My dad 'CPO Keith Blenkharn' was on the Coventry in '82. For all those who remember him, he sadly died 2 years ago of a heart attack. Too many 'babies heads' i think'!!

Scott wrote on June 7, 2003 at 00:43

My dad served on HMS Hermes, but my next door neighbour was on the Coventry on 25 May 1982. Brave men, one and all. I'll always remain proud of all those who have fought to protect my freedom. God bless you all.

Jim Hendy wrote on June 5, 2003 at 12:20

Great site keep up the good work, May 25 is always a sad, but perhaps contradictory, a proud day. As I remember all those lost and in particular WEA/A Ian "Stumpy" Williams. I believe one of very few Apprentices lost in active service. God bless you all Aye Jim

Faye Claridge wrote on May 29, 2003 at 13:39

Hi I'm writing to see if you can add a link on your site to the Local History section on the BBC Coventry and Warwickshire website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/coventry/features/local-history/index.shtml The material is really special and includes exclusive online films, never heard before audio clips and a wealth of photographs. We cover Coventry and Warwickshire and have a special focus on World War Two. Please contact me if you have any questions about how else you can get involved. Thanks.

Glenda Dawson-Hauer wrote on May 25, 2003 at 14:02

Just found the web site. Thinking of you all today but especially remembering my brother APO/CA Stephen Dawson.

ALAN ROGERS wrote on May 20, 2003 at 08:19

Inew frank armes who was killed on HMS COVENTRY great bloke and school mate he went in the navy and me the army, never will i forget my mate from norwich rest in peace frank your mate from norwich ALAN ROGERS.

AB(R)martin "BUSTER" Brow wrote on May 17, 2003 at 16:53

anybody remember me?3Q Mess

Bob (Ginge) Applegate wrote on May 8, 2003 at 17:44

Have just found the site. I served in cov as a PO (Gunner) from 1979 to 1982 and left just before the Falklands. What wonderful memories some of the names bring back. I still have my deployment book and often look through it. She really was a special ship manned by a special crew. My fondest regards to all who remember me. Yours aye Ginge.

Jim Rocky Hudson wrote on May 5, 2003 at 17:27

Second dit. Reading through the site messages, it sounds like the 2002 reunion went down a real storm. As we are approaching the next anniversary, can anyone tell me if another re union is planned?

Jim (Rocky) Hudson wrote on May 5, 2003 at 17:12

Very good site, and very informative. I served on the Cov from 1981 to just prior to sailing for the Falklands. By far the best ship I served on. Very good mates, very happy memories. I have a good stock of incriminating photos from the far east that I will now have to scan in and post!! PS. I am not really in Bulgaria, I just could not be bothered to scroll down to the UK!