Monthly archives: September 2025


Once again we are humbled and grateful to the Whittlesey Royal British Legion, for flying my rather old and tattered ‘Red Ensign’ to remember and commemorate the vast numbers of Merchant Seamen who lost their lives during 2 major world wars and other conflicts.(30,000+ in WWII).My thanks also to Barry […]

Today September 03rd Is Merchant Navy Day


I’m sure I can speak for us all, in thanking Bob for attending the funeral of Vel Athans.Unfortunately I have recently come out of hospital and have many appointments which clashed. Here below, is an e-mail from Vel’s daughter, ‘Viki’ Hello Bob, It was lovely to chat to you yesterday, […]

Vel Athans Family Request