The Escape of the 2nd MTB Flotilla


Coxswain William Schillemore MTB 09 of the 2nd MTB Flotilla

William Schillemore MTB 09
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Coxswain Leading Seaman: William Schillemore

Coxswain Leading Seaman: William Schillemore [MTB 09](Dunfirmline) [Mentioned in Despatches & recommended for promotion to Petty Officer with immediate effect for his actions in Kowloon Harbour on the 19th December 1941]

Below is an extract from Lt-Commander Gerard. H.Gandy R.N. Rtrd MTB 10 (S/O  2nd MTB Flotilla) report

The Coxswain, Leading Seaman William Schilliemore P/JX142194 I recommend for mention in dispatches, and for immediate promotion to Acting Petty Officer for good handling of the boat and crew under his Commanding Officer both during this attack and on other occasions.

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