John Cornwell, boy seaman WWI

John Travers Cornwell, Boy Seaman First Class on H.M.S Chester. H.M.S Chester was on the front lines at the Battle of Jutland and came under fire from four Kaiserliche Marine cruisers. John was the sole survivor of all the gun turret positions and remained at his position, though severely wounded, until the battle ended. He died in hospital of his wounds and was awarded a Victoria Cross posthumously in honour of his bravery and determination

Bravery Cornwell Cruisers Determination Ended Jutland Kaiserliche Positions Posthumously Remained Seaman Severely Survivor Travers Turret Wounds

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