Hi Sarah.
Nice to meet you, yes the help i got on this forum was a great ,as you have also found.
I would still be stumbling in the dark without it, i was also helped by the divers who provided information that started this orginally

These things were hardly spoken of within families for what ever reason, but i am so glad its been aired now & so many questions answered.

It appears my uncle is buried on IOM somewhere, maybe one day i can make the trip.
Yes a fascinating end to a fascinating story.

Especially to meet the captains relation

Psalm 107
Others went out on the sea in ships;
they were merchants on the mighty waters.
They saw the works of the LORD,
his wonderful deeds in the deep

The merchant navy served this country well then & through both wars, they have much to be proud off.
Regards
Ron