Buried or Commemorated at: Portsmouth Naval Memorial, Panel 1
Country of Service: United Kingdom
Awards: Distinguished Service Medal
Additional Information: Son of the late Mr. G. and Mrs. Hiscock, of Walthamstow, London; husband of Emmalina Hiscock, 8, Chambercombe Rd., Ilfracombe, Devon.
Arthur Hiscock, a distinguished Petty Officer in the Royal Navy, was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal for his exceptional service. Born in 1880, he was the son of the late Mr. G. and Mrs. Hiscock from Walthamstow, London. He served aboard H.M.S. D2, a submarine, and died on 1 December 1914 at 34.
His service was marked by courage and dedication to his duties, as seen through the award of the Distinguished Service Medal. His death occurred during the early stages of the First World War when submarines played a vital role in naval operations. Arthur Hiscock’s life and service are commemorated on the Portsmouth Naval Memorial, Panel 1, United Kingdom.
He was survived by his wife, Emmalina, who lived at 8 Chambercombe Road, Ilfracombe, Devon. Arthur’s sacrifice and commitment to his country are honored and remembered, ensuring his legacy endures through history.
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Remembering Petty Officer Arthur Hiscock
Rank: Petty Officer, Royal Navy
Regiment & Unit/Ship: H.M.S. D2 (Submarine)
Date of Death: 1 December 1914
Age: 34 years old
Buried or Commemorated at: Portsmouth Naval Memorial, Panel 1
Country of Service: United Kingdom
Awards: Distinguished Service Medal
Additional Information: Son of the late Mr. G. and Mrs. Hiscock, of Walthamstow, London; husband of Emmalina Hiscock, 8, Chambercombe Rd., Ilfracombe, Devon.
Arthur Hiscock, a distinguished Petty Officer in the Royal Navy, was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal for his exceptional service. Born in 1880, he was the son of the late Mr. G. and Mrs. Hiscock from Walthamstow, London. He served aboard H.M.S. D2, a submarine, and died on 1 December 1914 at 34.
His service was marked by courage and dedication to his duties, as seen through the award of the Distinguished Service Medal. His death occurred during the early stages of the First World War when submarines played a vital role in naval operations. Arthur Hiscock’s life and service are commemorated on the Portsmouth Naval Memorial, Panel 1, United Kingdom.
He was survived by his wife, Emmalina, who lived at 8 Chambercombe Road, Ilfracombe, Devon. Arthur’s sacrifice and commitment to his country are honored and remembered, ensuring his legacy endures through history.