-H.M.S. Hood Crew Information-
H.M.S. Hood Rolls of Honour
Memorials to Men Lost in the Sinking of Hood, 24th May 1941
Updated 04-Oct-2011

In Remembrance of
GEORGE RIGBY EAGLES

Service: Royal Navy
Rank: Midshipman
Date Joined Hood: May 1940
Biographical Information: George was the second son of Thomas and Mary Eagles, of Abbey Road, Bush Hill Park, Enfield, Middlesex. He studied at the Convent College, London Road, Enfield. He later studied at St Ignatius, Stamford Hill and the Douai School. He entered the Navy shortly before war broke out and received 2 terms of training at Dartmouth.

George was known to be a fine sportsman, excelling at rugby, cricket, football and boxing. He was very popular with all who knew him. He was 20 years old at the time of his loss. We have no additional information.

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