-H.M.S. Hood Crew Information-
H.M.S. Hood Rolls of Honour
Memorials to Men Lost in the Sinking of Hood, 24th May 1941
In Remembrance of
William Charles Taylor
"Bumble", as he was known to his friends, was born on 15th June 1922 to Samuel and Louisa Taylor, of Christchurch, Hampshire. Prior to joining the Royal Navy, he worked as a telegram messenger for Bournemouth Post Office. His first and only ship was H.M.S. Hood.
Bumble was 19 years old at the time of his loss.
Additional Photos |
![]() Bumble (left) and two mates. Mr E. Poulton is on the right. |
Memorials |
Southsea National Naval War Memorial Panel 53, Column 1 ![]() |
Hood Chapel, Church of St. John the Baptist, Boldre, Hampshire |