Hms vivid

[magsx1]

HI my name is Mag,
I'm trying to find my grandfathers records etc, he was A "Leading Stoker" whatever that is on HMS VIVID I have no idea if this is a Merchant Navy Ship or not, but would appreciate any ideas.
Thank you
Mag

[Gordon Brown]

This is definatlely a Royal naval ship. The term leading stoker means he was working in the engineroom. If I was you I would try a RN site. I hope you have good luck on your search.

[Gordon Brown]

Hi again, just a little more information for you. There were three navy ships with the name Vivid, also there were a couple of naval bases bearing the same name.
The first one was a wood paddle packet in 1894
The 2nd was a iron screw yacht in 1912
The 3rd was a submarine in the year 1943
I hope this information makes you search a little easier.

[Hugh]

Hello Mag,
HMS VIVID was the name given to the Royal Naval Barracks in Devonport later renamed HMS DRAKE.
Regards
Hugh

[Doc Vernon]

Hi Mag
Welcome to the site!
If you can give as much info as possible then we may be able to help a bit more!
His full name DOB etc will get it started!
Thank you

[Tracey Feisst]

Hi Mag
Not sure if you are still on this site. I am also looking for info on my grandad who enlisted on the HMS Vivid 1 in 1921

[Doc Vernon]

See my replies please Tracy on your Thread
cHEERS