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This blue commemorative plaque records: FLOTILLA/Home of Captain "Johnny" F. Walker, CB, DSO**, RN of HMS STARLING and Commander of NORTH WEST 36th ESCORT GROUP based at GLADSTONE DOCK during the SECOND WORLD WAR 1939 - 1945/HOUSE
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Captain Frederic John Walker RN was a distinguished Royal Navy officer who played a crucial role in anti-submarine warfare during World War II, notably commanding the North West 36th Escort Group. His strategic leadership and innovations significantly contributed to protecting convoys against U-boat attacks in the Atlantic.
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