A Forgotten Navy: The Fishermen Who Fought the Great War at Sea With maritime historian Robb Robinson - Sun 13th Sept

Discover the remarkable and often-overlooked story of the fishermen who served on the maritime front line during the First World War.

Around 3,000 fishing vessels were taken into Admiralty service, while 39,000 fishermen joined the Royal Naval Reserve’s Trawler Section. For more than four years, they faced mines, U-boats and enemy action around Britain’s coastline—including here off the Yorkshire coast—and across other theatres of war.

Meanwhile, older fishermen continued working in these dangerous waters to help maintain the nation’s vital food supply.

Join Robb Robinson as he brings the courage, sacrifice and extraordinary contribution of Britain’s “forgotten navy” to life.