Hedley Kett
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William Hedley Kett, DSC and Bar (28 July 1913 ā 28 June 2014) was a British submariner who commanded two ships during the Second World War.[2]
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William Hedley Kett | |
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Nickname(s) | Tanker |
Born | (1913-07-28)28 July 1913 Ponders End, Lea Valley, London |
Died | 28 June 2014(2014-06-28) (aged 100) |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | Royal Navy |
Rank | Captain |
Commands held | HMS P555 HMS Ultimatum HMS Otway,[1] HMS Taku (N38),[1] HMS Tactician (P314),[1] HMS Springer (P264)[1] |
Battles/wars | Second World War |
Awards | Distinguished Service Cross and Bar |
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