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Sub-Lieutenant (A)
Ian Trant Dean
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Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve
H.M.S. Ameer
Died
Age 20
26th July 1945
Killed in action flying a Hellcat, he carried out a strafing attack as part of Operation Livery, a three day operation to clear the approaches to Phuket Island; Dean attacked a Japanese locomotive at Dhung Song Railway Junction, Phuket Island, Thailand; his aircraft burst into flames and crashed into some Palm Trees.
Loved Ones
Son of H. Gordon Dean and K. D. T. Dean, of Navenby, Lincolnshire.
Memorial
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2. L. 15.
KANCHANABURI WAR CEMETERY
Medals
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