Commemorative plaque 56609

This blue commemorative plaque records: Myrtle Cottage was built circa 1700's and in the 19th century was a public house called The Red Lion. Commander C.E.Hamond DSO, DSC, Royal Navy lived here from 1920 to 1976. He won a DSC in both World Wars for mine clearance and the DSO in the Second World War. He is credited with starting modern mine clearance diving in the Royal Navy. 'Bill' was a founder of Portchester Sailing Club in 1928 and designed and built 34 'Portchester Ducks', the original 'one design' of the club, in the coach house of Myrtle Cottage. Recorded plaque organisation: Portchester Society.

Commander C.E.Hamond DSO, DSC served in the Royal Navy during both World Wars, earning distinctions for his pioneering work in mine clearance diving. He is also remembered for founding Portchester Sailing Club and designing the 'Portchester Ducks', contributing significantly to recreational sailing.