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Napier, Lawrence Egerton Scott

Date of birth:
February 1896 (Glasgow, Scotland)
Date of death:
August 1969 (Kalk Bay, South Africa)
Nationality:
South African (1910-1961, Union)

Biography

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Period:
Russian Civil War (1917-1922)
Rank:
Lieutenant
Unit:
H.M.S. CMB No. 24A, Royal Navy
Awarded on:
May 4th, 1920
"Lieutenant L. E. S. Napier was in command of Coastal Motor Boat No. 24A in the attack on Kronstadt Harbour on 18 August 1919, passing through the line of forts under a heavy fire. Then attacked and sank the patrolling destroyer at the entrance to the middle harbour. His boat has not been heard of since."
Distinguished Service Order (DSO)

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