On 27th April 1941, HMS Diamond went down in the Mediterranean after a Luftwaffe attack. At least 4 men with connections to Northern Ireland were on board.
HMS Diamond
William Albert Doherty
Able Seaman | D/SSX 28588
Able Seaman William Albert Doherty of Killeter, Co. Tyrone died on 27th April 1941 when Royal Navy Destroyer HMS Diamond came under a Luftwaffe attack.
Albert French
Ordinary Seaman | D/JX 198121
Ordinary Seaman Albert French of Randalstown, Co. Antrim died on 27th April 1941 when Royal Navy Destroyer HMS Diamond came under attack en route to Crete.
James Shanks
Warrant Officer
Warrant Officer James Shanks of Whiteabbey, Co. Antrim died on 27th April 1941 when Royal Navy Destroyer HMS Diamond came under attack en route to Crete.
Ernest Wills
Petty Officer | D/JX 132813
Petty Officer Ernest Wills of Lisburn, Co. Antrim died on 27th April 1941 when Royal Navy Destroyer HMS Diamond came under attack during a rescue mission.