Edwin John Morgan.. My Uncle Edwin John Morgan, from Cove, Farnborough, Hampshire (8/7/26 - 29/8/07) served on board ML 182 at HMS ‘Attack’ at Portland from July 1943, then ML 136 from 1st April 1944 at HMS ‘Hornet’ at Haslar, Gosport.
On D-Day itself, he was involved in shepherding the Assault Landing Craft to Gold Beach that were discharged from larger ships in deep water – their job was to escort them to shallower water, in areas that had been swept for mines so they could discharge the troops. ML 136 had begun to escort the (LCT’s) Landing Craft Tanks before H-Hour – the first Assault on D-Day set for 0725 hours and stayed near Gold Beach giving protection with the ASDIC and Radar Dome from D-Day, the 6th June 1944 until August 1944. ML 136 was giving protection continually to the Stores and Equipment of the Supply Line that was coming in to Normandy, especially after the great storm damage. Her other duties were those of patrolling all areas with radar and anti-submarine, except in the American sectors. Ted was then on ML135 in Ancona, Italy, Minesweeping in the Med January 1945 – August 1946. As ML135 tied up, my Uncle met Popski’s Private army carrying a piano across a square to start a party. These men sold the lads on everything from Berettas to alcohol. Also the Coastal Forces base in Malta to September 1946.
I am putting together his life story which we began writing down a few years before he passed away and would appreciate any information – technical, personal, historical, on his ships, naval bases, geographical locations, theatres of war. Jan Coles.  EMAIL

MGB 324, ML 878 HMS Minstrel.. I am trying to find out about the wartime history of my late father Charles Bradley who served on MGB 324 in 1944 ( which I believe was part of the 14th MGB Flotilla ) also ML 878 and Stag (Motor Boat 38205) in 1945 and HMS Minstrel M445 (Minesweeper Algerine class) in 1946. He was also in Mayina in 1946. Any info, photos or advice would be gratefully appreciated. Thanks
Pat Bradley  EMAIL

3rd ML Flotilla.. James Henry Brooks. Served with 3rd ML Flotilla 1941-1945,possibly on ML462,Gordon Stead skipper? I have some photos on convoy work/crew/ML's. Sailed/served in Gibraltar, then onto Malta for most of the war, he also used to talk about Libya, North African coast and
Naples. Any information would be gratefully received. Keep up the good work, great site. Alan  EMAIL

54th MTB flotilla.. Hello. I am writing a local history book from the Norwegian coast. Two men from the Batalden island served on ML-boats (I think) operating in the Channel during 2.nd WW. I found Leslies web site most interesting. Do anyone know if there were Norwegian crew members on English ML's or MTB's, or did the Norwegian operate their own vessels. My two men were in the channel area from start of nov. 1941 until they later were sent to Shetland and joined the 54th MTB-flotilla in Lerwick. Is there possible to trace my men in some crew lists or other documents. I will be most grateful for any information.  EMAIL

Vis re-union.. The final Veterans of Vis re-union will assemble on the Island of Vis in Komiza during the week beginning May 18th. Further details by EMAIL Peter (Radar ) MGB 647

Arthur Thomas Moxley, ML138.. My father Arthur Thomas Moxley AB a Londoner was on ML138 during the war and was awarded the DSM, He was based at Newhaven and is still alive today living in Whitstable Kent. If there are any old shipmates out there I can put them in touch with him. Terry Moxley Canterbury Kent I enclose a pic of his boat ML138 and would love to find more pics of his boat for him.. EMAIL

MGB 647.. Shipmates, Having served aboard MGB 647 in the Adriatic and on the Island of Vis (Komiza) would welcome the opportunity to exchange information and photographs. Cheers Peter (Radar) EMAIL

Frank Withers .. I am trying to contact FRANK WITHERS who was on MTB681 the night of her sinking 9th June 1944. My father, DENNIS GEORGE BODMAN, who was a gunner on this boat, was injured during the sinking and was in the same lifeboat as Frank when they were rescued. I would love to hear from Frank, or anyone who knows him, as I am trying to find more about my dad's time on MTB681 and then, after sick leave, MTB729. Please email me at EMAIL

Dennis Bodman.. I am looking for any information on my late father, DENNIS GEORGE BODMAN, or the boats that he served on - MTB689, MTB441, MTB693, MTB681, MTB729, MTB695, MTB467, MTB764, ML248, ML895, ML834, ML1286 between Sept 1943 and December 1944. He was also based at HMS Amzari, Mayina, HMS Highflyer and HMS Pembroke as Leading Seaman between Jan 1945 and November 1946. I would love to hear from anybody who may have served with him, or anyone that can tell me more about Amzari, Mayina and Highflyer. Keeping my fingers crossed! Please email me at EMAIL

Robbie Stewart.. My late father Robert Stewart served for a time in Coastal Forces , he was on one of the MTB's send out to intercept the Brest Squadron when they forced the channel and was part of the naval force which took the raiders off the beach at Bruneval. I only have the number of one ML he was on 249 , although I know he served on several others. I only have one photograph of my father on ML's 249 taken at Dartmouth possibly in early 1943. Names of those in the photo.#"Bunts" Green , Jock Moran, Stoker hayden, "Texans" Baisley , Percy baines, "Spewey" Pugh , Coxan Alex McKew , Bob "Scous" Hill , Jim Revoles (?) , "Sub Asdic" Drew , Rocky Granger. If anyone has a photo of the boat or knew my late father " Robbie" Stewart I would love to hear from them. EMAIL

James Davis.. My Father served with the RN in Gibraltar during World War Two on a M T B his name was James Davis Has anyone out there have information on what type of M T B or any photos or who he served under. EMAIL

Peter Henry DSM.. Died Sunday 26th October(2008)  at Sunderland Royal Hospital aged 85. Beloved Husband of Freda and cherished by all the family. Peter served with Honour in the costal forces during world war two and was awarded the distinguished service medal.
All Through his life he was passionate about pigeon racing and was known as part of 'Gippert and Henry'. Everyone is welcome at a service which will be held at 2pm on Thursday 30th October, prior to a cremation at Sunderland crematorium at 3pm. Flowers welcome or a donation to the coastal forces veteran association if desired.

2nd MTB Flotilla...  Acting Stoker P.O. Stephen [Buddy] Hide of MTB 07 was one of the sixty eight men who succeeded in the escape on Christmas Day 1941. The Flotilla was scuttled off the coast at Nano China in Mirs Bay and the party then travelled overland 2880 miles to Rangoon in Burma. The story so far can be found at: http://www.mwadui.com/HongKong/index_hk.htm

John Walter McNicholas... My granddad served on mtbs during the second world war but cannot find any info his name is John Walter McNicholas. I believe he was in a pool of sailors. I also think he served under sir Walter Scott ,and also sailed on gray goose. Many thanks Andrew. EMAIL

Geoffrey Evan Ford, ML272, ML103... My father Geoffrey Evan Ford joined RNVR in London before 2nd WW ( either 1937 or 39), he was in ML 272 and I believe ML 103. I know he went to Gold Coast and Bombay in ML's. In 1944/45 he was based at HMS Sanderling, Paisley, near Glasgow. Would any one remember him or could give me any information on what activities these ML's got up to? Please email. Thank you. EMAIL

ML196.. Hornet ML196, I am trying to find out more about the history of my grandfathers naval career, especially the reason he was awarded the DSM. His details are; Alfred Leonard Downey J109308 he served on MTB 10 and was involved in the escape from Hong Kong with Admiral Chan Chak Christmas 1941. I have his service record and it says he was awarded the DSM 14th June 1945 and he was then serving on Hornet ML196. Any information gratefully received. Christian Storr.  EMAIL

MGB 21, MGB 122, MTB 441, MTB 78. Charles John Mercer (M.I.D.), .. Able Seaman Charles John Mercer (M.I.D.), C.J.X.354439 Orlikon 22mm Gunner. Coastal Forces Veterans Association. Membership No. 375, Served on board: MGB 21, MGB 122, MTB 441, MTB 78. Was on board HMS Ark Royal when the Japanese surrendered in the South Pacific.