HMS Cowslip - William John Gough (Officers Steward 1st Class)

[ezza6411]

Above distant cousin (Service No. L/1115) was killed, along with 5 other sailors, on 25/04/1918 whilst serving aboard HMS Cowslip. His ship was torpedoed and sunk by U-boat UB105 off Cape Spartel.

I would very much like to know more about Wm. John and his service in the Royal Navy; when he signed up etc & what if any medals he was awarded. Also what duties would his ship have been on at the time of the sinking. Can anyone help with this please.

[jbw541]

Hello,

You can download Williams service records from the "National Archives" website. 2x pages available for £3.36.

[ezza6411]

Thanks for the info

[seaJane]

This is it if you haven't already found it:

http://discovery.nationalarchives.gov.uk/SearchUI/Details?uri=D7109609

[ezza6411]

Thanks everyone for the info. Now have a copy from the Archives of my relatives service record.