Private Arthur Ambrose Seymour
25 Sep 1903 - 03 Apr 1974
Biography
The son of Ambrose and Alice.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snapper (Barnstaple) Patrol | Patrol member | 01 Jun 1940 | 21 Jan 1943 |
National ID
WFCK 65/1
Commissioned or Enlisted
1 June 1940
Occupation
Motor engineer
Address
The Steps, High Wall, Sticklepath, Devon
Other information
Arthur was discharged from Auxiliary Units to join the Royal Navy 21st January 1943. He became a Chief Engineer Petty Officer and was Mentioned in Dispatches for his skill and leadership in the engine room in many actions in enemy waters.
In 1921 he was working as a 17 year old chauffeur for Dr Manning in Barnstaple. In 1926 he married Annie Knill.
Post war he lived at Cross Park, Stratton, Cornwall.
Other pictures
Profile picture
Caption & credit
Arthur Seymour memorial (from Findagrave)
References