Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Gordon Perry Essery
RCN. Canadian
| Born | 10 Dec 1924 |
Roster information listed for Gordon Perry Essery
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | HMCS Clayoquot (J 174) | Fleet minesweeper | Ordinary Seaman | 24 Dec 1944 | U-806 (1) |
Personal information
Gordon Perry Essery survived the sinking of HMCS Clayoquot when it was torpedoed on Christmas Eve 1944. He is shown in a famous photo being pulled from the water when survivors were rescued.
Sources
- Personal communication
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