Volume 22 www.legionnl.com 17 Newfoundland Labrador Command William "Billy" Neville was a naval gunner on the troopship RMS Lady Hawkins when she was sunk in January 1942. continued... On this July 1st, the current Nevilles look forward to good weather and good times with family and friends. But before the BBQ’s, picnics and family gatherings, they pin on forget-me-nots or poppies, listen for the marching bands, and applaud the veterans and those who currently serve. They honour the army, navy and sea cadets and our other uniform services who serve and protect us. Remember we owe them all. Join the Nevilles as they commemorate in their chosen ways the family members who have served and sacrificed so much. Think especially of those who in another time joined the fight for King and Country. For the futures of their families and their children. For freedom. For us. Gus, on the left, and Jim Neville served in the Royal Navy throughout the Atlantic and Pacific oceans during the Second World War. They both returned home. Arthur Neville was serving on the aircraft carrier HMS Avenger when she was torpedoed in November 1942. HMS RT Eminent, the ship that took Gus Neville to the far side of the world with the Royal Navy. We will remember them …
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