Gilbert Hackforth-Jones

Frank Gilbert Hackforth-Jones entered Osborne Naval College as a cadet in 1914. He was a midshipman on the battleship Emperor of India during World War I. In 1920, he was transferred to submarines, and became Commander of four submarines before his retirement in 1936. He was recalled for World War II, and served in the Technical Branch. He wrote many books, most of which are set on or under the sea. He also wrote several children's books.