Admiralty Fleet Order Minor Landing Craft, Special Combined Operational Units, and Landing Craft Base Mobile Units— Summary of Complements

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Not to be communicated to anyone outside H M . Service ADMIRALTY FLEET ORDER MINOR LANDING CRAFT, SPECIAL COMBINED OPERATIONAL UNITS, AND LANDING CRAFT BASE MOBILE UNITS— SUMMARY OF COMPLEMENTS

A d m ir a lt y , S.W .l, 28th June, 1945.

The following Order having been approved by My Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty is hereby promulgated for information and guidance and necessary action.

By Command of Their Lordships,

To Commanders-in-Chief, Flag Officers, Senior Naval Officers, Captains and Commanding Officers of H .M . Ships, Vessels and C.Ok Craft (See A.F.O . 1628/45) Super intendents or Officers in Charge of H .M . Naval Establishments, and Admiralty Overseers concerned.

N o t e .— The scale of distribution is shown in the Admiralty Fleet Order Volume, 1941, Instructions, paragraph 10. '

(71712 3440 2 3 3440 3440.— Minor Landing Craft, Special Combined Operational Units, and Landing Craft Section D.—Landing Craft Base Mobile Units Page Base Mobile Units— Summary of Complements Minor landing craft receipt and despatch staffs (A) and (B) 15 (N. 15772.— 28 Jun. 1945.) Minor landing craft storage sections 16 Major landing craft commissioning and reception staffs 17 As landing craft and their supporting units are very mobile and dependent Mobile Base Maintenance Units (major)—home and abroad 17-18 upon base and other extraneous facilities, it is considered desirable for an approxi Mobile Base Maintenance Units (minor)—home and abroad 19-20 mation of their complements to be readily available to all authorities concerned. Paxman overhaul party ... 21 The accompanying summary of schemes of complement is issued accordingly. Basie engine overhaul party 21 22 2. This Order relates to all non-commissioned landing craft and supporting units. Mobile engine overhaul party (major) 22 A similar summary of the schemes of complement for commissioned landing craft Mobile engine overhaul party (minor) will be promulgated in a separate order. Maintenance staffs for L.C.T. (E )...... 23 3. It is to be clearly understood that this order is not (and must not be quoted as) the authority for a particular scheme of complement, and does not supersede schemes of complement, which, with authorized amendments, will continue to be issued by Admiralty Letter in the ordinary way to Commanders-in-Chief, Force Commanders, H.M.S. “ Copra ” , and other principal authorities.

4. This order will be re-issued periodically. Se c t io n A — M in o r L a n d i n g Ce a t t a n d L.S.T. P/B U n it s ,

Section A.—Minor Landing Graft and L.S.T. P/B Units, Naval Manned Page Naval Manned Squadron staffs, all types of craft 3 Flotilla and maintenance staffs. L.C.A., L.C.M., L.C.P. (I.), L.C.P.(M), 3 Squadron Staffs of L.C.A., L.C.A. (H.R.), L.C.E., L.C.M (1), (3) and (7J, L.C.P. (R), L.C.V., L.C.V. (P). L.C.P. (L), L.C.P. (M), L.C.P. (R), L.C.P. (S), L.C.S. (M), L.C.V., L.C.V.(P). Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.A. (H.R.) ... 4 Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.N. ... 4 No. Rank or Rating Duty Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.P. (S) 5 1 Lieutenant Commander ...... Squadron Officer Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.P. (S.Y.) ...... 5 Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.S. (M) 1 Lieutenant, Sub - Lieutenant or Squadron C.O.C.O. 5 Midshipman. Flotilla maintenance staff when flotilla embarked in L.S.I. (H) ... 6 Flotilla maintenance staff when flotilla embarked in transport ferries (а) 1 Electrical Lieutenant or Electrical Squadron Electrical Officer 6 Sub-Lieutenant, R.N.V.R. Craft crews, L.C.A.... 6 (б) 1 Writer Craft crews, L.C.A. (H.R.)...... 0 Craft crews, L.C.E. 7 Craft crews, L.C.M. (1), (3) and (7) Total 3 officers 7 1 rating Craft crews, L.C.N.... 7 Craft crews', L.C.P. (L), L.C.V. (P), L.C.P. (R), L.C.V., L.C.P. (M) ... 8 Craft crews, L.C.P. (S) 8 Notes.— (a) One Electrical Officer to be allowed for every 100 craft. Craft crews, L.C.P. (S.Y.) ... 8 (6) Proposed but not yet approved. Craft crews, L.C.S. (M) 8 Landing ship tank pontoon/barge unit ... 9 Section B.—Minor Landing Craft, R.M. Manned Flotilla and Maintenance Staffs of L.C.A., L.C.M. (1), (3) and (7), L.C.P. (L) Squadron staffs, all types of craft 9 L.C.P. (M), L.C.P. (R), L.C.V., L.C.V. (P). Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.A., L.C.M., L.C.P. (L), L.C.P. (M) 9 L.C.P. (R), L.C.V., L.C.V. (P). No. Rank or Rating Duty Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.A. (H.R.) 10 Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C..P (S) 10 1 Lieutenant...... Flotilla Officer Flotilla and maintenance staffs, L.C.S. (M) 10 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Flotilla Engineer Officer Craft crews, L.C.A. 11 (E). Craft crews, L.C.A. (H.R.)...... 1 Petty Officer ...... Administrative 11 -- Craft crews, L.C.M. (1), (3) and (7) 11 1 Leading Seaman (Sig. L.C.) Craft crews, L.C.P. (L), L.C.V. (P), L.C.P. (R) 11 1 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire Craft crews, L.C.P. (M) and L.C.V. 12 man (L.C.). Craft crews, L.C.P. (S) ...... • ... 1 E.R.A...... -- 12 -- Craft crews, L.C.S. (M) 12 3 Motor Mechanics (C) 1 Leading Stoker -- 2 -- Section C.—Special C.O. Units Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) -- Naval Beach Commando ... 13 1 Ship Mechanic (L.C.) Naval Beach Signal Section 13 Naval Section Bombardment Troop 13 Total 2 officers C.O.P.P. and maintenance staff ... 13-14 11 ratings Landing Craft Recovery Unit 14 Landing Craft Obstruction Clearance Unit 14 Combined Operations Material Liaison Staff (large and small) Note.— (a) 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) allowed in lieu when operational flotilla 14 consists of more than 12 craft.

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Se c t io n A — M i n o k L a n d i n g C r a f t a n d L.S.T. P/B U n i t s — contd. Se c t io n A — M in o r L a n d i n g Cr a f t a n d L .S .T . P/B U n it s — contd. Naval Manned—contd. Naval Manned—contd. Flotilla and Maintenance Staffs of L.C.P.(S). Flotilla and Maintenance Staffs of L.C.A. (H.R.) No. Rank or Rating. Duty. — Lieutenant Flotilla Officers No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Flotilla Engineer Officer (E). 1 Lieutenant...... Flotilla Officer 1 Petty Officer Administrative 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-LieutenantFlotilla Engineer Officer 1 E.R.A...... — .— . (E). 3 Motor Mechanics (C) ----- 1 Petty Officer ...... Administrative 1 Leading Stoker ----- 1 Leading Seaman (Sig. L.C.) ... ----- 2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) ----- 1 A.B. or O.S.— Q.O. (C.X.) ... ----- 1 Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) ----- 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) ...... ----- 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire------(a) 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire------man (L.C.). man (L.C.). 1 E.R.A...... Total 2 officers 3 Motor Mechanics (C) ...... ----- 10 ratings 1 Leading Stoker ...... ------2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) .. ------Notes.— (a) 1 Flotilla Officer to be allowed for every 24 craft. 1 Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) ...... (b) 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) allowed in lieu when operational Flotilla consists of more than 12 craft. Total 2 officers 13 ratings Flotilla Staff of L.C.P.(S.Y.) (Flotilla of 6 craft). No. Rank or Rating. Duty. Note.— (a) 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) allowed in lieu when operational flotilla consists of more than 12 craft. 1 Lieutenant ...... Flotilla Officer 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-LieutenantFlotilla Engineer Officer (E). 1 E.A...... 1 Leading Wireman or Wireman ------(L.C.). 1 Motor Mechanic (C) or E.R.A. ... ------1 Stoker ...... ------Flotilla and Maintenance Staffs of L.C.N. (flotilla of 6 craft) 1 Shipwright or Joiner (L.C.) ... ------

No. Rank or Rating Duty Total 2 officers 5 ratings Lieutenant -Commander ... Flotilla Officer Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieut. (E) Flotilla Engineer Officer Petty Officer Administrative Leading Seaman (Sig. L.C.) Flotilla and Maintenance Staffs of L.C.S.(M). E.A...... No. Rank or Rating. Duty. Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire («) 1 Lieutenant man (L.C.). Flotilla Officer E.R.A...... 1 Lieutenant (E), Sub-Lietuenant Flotilla Engineer Officers (E), Cd. or Wt. Engineer. (6) Motor Mechanic (C) 1 Petty Officer Administrative Leading Stoker ___ Shipwright (L.C.) or Joiner (L.C.) 3 O.A. or O.M...... (c) (a) 6 A.B. or O.S.-Q.O.(C.X.) ___ Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) -- P.O. or Leading Radio Mechanic (b) 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire (W/R). man (L.C.). 1 E.R.A...... -- ___ Total 2 officers 3 Motor Mechanics (C) 10 ratings 1 Leading Stoker or Stoker -- 2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) -- 1 Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) ----- Notes.— (a) 1 additional Leading Wireman (L.C.) to be drafted if flotilla consists of over 8 and under 13 craft. Total 2 officers (i>) 1 additional Motor Mechanic to be allowed for every 3 craft over 6 in each 19 ratings flotilla. Notes.— (a) When craft are shore-based W.R.N.S. Q.O. may be borne in lieu. (c) 1 additional Shipwright (L.C.) or Joiner (L.C.) to be allowed if flotilla (6) 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) allowed in lieu when operational Flotilla consists of consists of over 8 and under 13 craft. more than 12 craft. (71712) A* i -I 7 3440 6 3440 Se c t io n A — M i n o r L a n d i n g C r a f t a n d L .S .T . P/B U n i t s — contd.

Se c t io n —M i n o r L a n d i n g Cr a f t a n d L .S .T . U n i t s A P/B —contd. Naval Manned— contd. Naval Manned—contd. Craft Crews of L.C.E. Flotilla Maintenance Stall of minor Landing Craft when embarked in L.S.I.(H). No. Rank or Rating Duty No. Rank or Rating. Duty. 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... Boat Officer 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain (E). 1 A.B. or Ordinary Seaman ----- E.R.A...... 2 Shipwrights (L.C.) or Joiners (L.C.) ----- Motor Mechanic (D.L.P.) 1 Stoker ----- Stoker Wireman (L.C.) Total 1 officer Shipwright (L.C.) or Joiner (L.C.) 5 ratings Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) O.A., or A.B. or Ord. Q.O. (C.X.

Total officer ratings Maintenance Staff for 3 Flotillas of Minor Landing Craft, plus— No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire------Flotilla Maintenance Staff of Minor Landing Craft organized in Flotillas of 5 man (L.C.). Craft and Embarked in Transport Ferries 2 Motor Mechanics (C) ...... ----- No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Leading Stoker ...... ----- (a) - Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer (E), Total 4 ratings 1 E.R.A...... — 2 Motor Mechanics or E.R.M. (I.C.E.) ------1 Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------1 Shipwright (L.C.) or Joiner (L.C.) ------Craft Crews of L.C.M. (1), (3) and (7). No. Rank or Rating Duty Total 1 officer 5 ratings (а) — Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant, Boat Officer R.N.V.R., or Commissioned Note.— (a) One Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant (E) is allowed for every two Bos’n or Bos’n, or Skipper, flotillas. R.N.R., or Midshipman. 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain Craft Crews of L.C.A. (б) 4 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen ... ----- No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Stoker ...... ----- (а) - Lieutenant or Sub - Lientenant, Boat Officer R.N.V.R., or Commissioned Total J officer Bos’n or Bos’n, or Skipper, 6 ratings R.N.R., or Midshipman. 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain Notes.— (a) One Boat Officer to be allowed for every three craft. (б) 2 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen ... ----- (6) To include one Sig. (L.C.) for Divisional and Sub-Divisional Leaders only. 1 Stoker ...... -----

Total i officer Craft Crew of L.C.N. 4 ratings No. Rank or Rating Duty Notes.— (a) One Boat Officer to be allowed for every three craft. Lieutenant (N) Commanding Officer (6) To include one Sig. (L.C.) for Divisional and Sub-Divisional Leaders only. Sub-Lieutenant or Midshipman Boat Officer Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain Craft Crews of L.C.A. (H.R.) (a) A.B. or Ordinary Seaman No. Rank or Rating Duty A.B.— Sig. (L .C .)...... Telegraphist or Ordinary Tele 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant, Boat Officer graphist. R.N.V.R., or Commissioned Telegraphist Bos’n or Bos’n, or Skipper, A.B.— R.P.2 R.N.R., or Midshipman. Motor Mechanic (D.L.P.) or (C) 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain (a) 2 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen ... ----- Total 2 officers 1 Stoker- ...... ----- 7 ratings

Total 1 officer Note.— (a) One A/S rating to be allowed as required to operate the A.S. set in 4 ratings either the L.C.N. or L.C.A.(O.C.) which is used by the L.C.O.C.U. Note.— (a) To include one Sig. (L.C.) for Divisional and Sub-Divisional Leaders only. (71712) A • 2 9 3440 3440 8 Se c t io n A — M in o r L a n d i n g C r a f t a n d L .S .T . P/B U n i t s — contd. S e c t io n A — M i n o k L a n d i n g Cr a f t a n d L .S .T . P/B U n it s — amid. Naval Manned— contd. Naval Manned—contd. Landing Ship Tank Pontoon/Barge Unit (L.S.T.P.B.D.; consisting of 2 Landing Craft Crews of L.C.P.(L), L.C.V.(P), L.C.P.(R), L.C.V., L.C.P.(M). Ship Tank Pontoon Crews A and B (L.S.T.P.C. (A) and (B).) No. Rank or Rating Duty No. Rank or Rating Duty (а) — Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant, Boat Officer L.S.T.P.O. (A) R.N.V.R., or Commissioned 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... And in charge of Unit Bos’n or Bos’n, or Skipper, 1 Leading Seaman ...... R.N.R., or Midshipman. 10 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen...... 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain 2 Stokers ...... (б) 1 A.B. or Ordinary Seaman ... ----- L.S.T.P.C.(B) 1 Stoker ...... ----- 1 Petty Officer ...... ------1 Leading Seaman ...... Total J- officer 10 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen ... 3 ratings 2 Stokers ......

Notes.— (a) One Boat Officer to be allowed for every three craft. Total 1 officer (6) To be a Sig. (L.C.) for Divisional and Sub-Divisional Leaders only. 27 ratings

Craft Crews of L.C.P.(S). No. Rank or Rating Duty (a) — Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant, Boat Officer Se c t io n B — M i n o r L a n d i n g Cr a f t . R.N.V.R., or Commissioned R .M . Manned. Bos’n or Bos’n, or Skipper, R.N.R., or Midshipman. Squadron Stalls of L.C.A., L.C.A.fH.R.), L.C.M.(l), (3) and (7), L.C.P.(L), 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain L.C.P.(M), L.C.P. (R), L.C.P.(S), L.C.S.(M), L.C.V. and L.C.V.(P). 1 A.B. or Ordinary Seaman ... ----- No. Rank or Rating. Duty. 1 Stoker ...... — — 1 Major or Captain, R.M. ... Squadron Officer 1 Captain, Lieutenant or 2nd Lieu- Squadron C.O.C.O. Total J officer tenant, R.M. 3 ratings (a) 1 Electrical Lieutenant or Electrical Squadron Electrical Officer Sub-Lieutenant, R.N.V.R. Note.— (a) One Boat Officer to be allowed for every six craft. 1 Company Sergeant Major ... ------1 Corporal (clerk) ...... ------Craft Crews of L.C.P. (S.Y.) 1 Marine Clerk, Storeman or Orderly ------No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... Boat Officer Total 3 officers 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain 3 ratings 3 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen 1 A.B. (Sig. L.C.) Note.—-(a) Proposed that one Electrical Officer be allowed for every 100 craft 1 Motor Mechanic (C) (not yet approved).

Total 1 officer Flotilla and Maintenance Staff of L.C.A., L.C.M.(l), (3) and (7), L.C.P.(L), 6 ratings L.C.P.(M), L.C.P.(R), L.C.V., L.C.V.(P). No. Rank or Rating. Duty. 1 Captain or Lieutenant, R.M. Flotilla Officer Craft Crews of L.C.S. (M) 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieut. (E) Flotilla Engineer Officer No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Colour Sergeant, R.M. Administrative 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant, Boat Officer 1 Corporal (R.M. Signaller) ----- R.N.V.R. or Commissioned 1 Marine Clerk Storeman ... Administrative Boatswain or Boatswain, or 1 E.R.A...... ' Skipper R.N.R. or Midshipman. 1 Stoker 1 Petty Officer or Leading Seaman Coxswain 3 Motor Mechanics (C) 1 A.B. (Sig. L.C.) ...... 2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) -R.N. 1 Stoker 1 Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) 1 Corporal, R.M. 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire (a) 5 Marines •Gun’s crew man (L.C.)

Total 1 officer Total 2 officers 3 ratings 3 R.M. ranks 6 R.M. other ranks 9 ratings

Note.— (a) To include one A.A.3. i 3404 10 11 3440

Se c t io n B — M i n o r L a n d i n g Cr a f t — contd. Se c t io n B — M in o r L a n d i n g Cr a f t —contd. R.M. Manned— contd. R.M.. Manned—contd. Flotilla and Maintenance Staff of L.C.A.(H.R.). Craft Crews of L.C.A. Duty. No. Rank or Rating. No. Rank or Rating Duty Captain or Lieutenant, R.M. Flotilla Officer (a) — Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant R.M. Boat Officer Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Flotilla Engineer Officer 1 Sergeant or Corporal R.M. ... Coxswain (E). (ft) 2 Marine Deckhands ...... ----- Colour Sergeant ... Administrative (c) 1 R.M. Driver (L.C.) ...... ----- Corporal (R.M. Signaller) Administrative Marine Clerk-Storeman ... Total J officer A.B. or O.S.-Q.O.(C.X.) ... 4 ranks E.R.A...... Stoker Notes.— (a) One Boat Officer to be allowed for every three craft. Motor Mechanics (C) (6) One Marine R.M.S. to be allowed in lieu of one Marine for Divisional and ■R.N. Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) Sub-Divisional leaders only. Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) (c) 20 per cent, of Drivers (L.C.) per flotilla may hold the rank of Corporal. Leading Wireman (L.C.) ... Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire man (L.C.). Craft Crews of L.C.A. (H.R.) Total 1 R.M. officer No. Rank or Rating Duty Naval officer 1 Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant R.M. Boat Officer R.M. ranks 1 Sergeant or Corporal R.M. ... Coxswain Naval ratings (a) 2 Marine Deckhands...... ----- (ft) 1 R.M. Driver (L.C.) ...... ----- Flotilla and Maintenance Staff of L.C.P. (S). No. Rank or Rating. Duty. Total 1 officer — Captain or Lieutenant, R.M. Flotilla Officer 4 ratings 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Flotilla Engineer Officer (E). Notes.— (a) One Marine R.M.S. to be allowed in lieu of one Marine for Divi 1 Colour Sergeant, R.M. Administrative sional and Sub-Divisional leaders only. 1 Marine Clerk Storeman ... Administrative (6) 20 per cent, of Drivers (L.C.) per flotilla may hold the rank of Corporal. 1 E.R.A...... 3 Motor Mechanics (C) ...... 1 Stoker Craft Crews of L.C.M.(l), (3) and (7). 2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) R.N. No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) (a )— Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant R.M. Boat Officer 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire (а) —- N.C.O. .:...... In lieu of Boat Officer man (L.C.). 1 Sergeant or Corporal R.M. ... Coxswain (б) 4 Marine Deckhands ...... ----- Total 1 R.M. officer (c) 1 R.M. Driver (L.C.) ...... ----- 1 Naval officer 3 R.M. ranks Total J officer 9 ratings 6-J ranks Note~-(a) One Flotilla Officer to be allowed for every 24 craft. Notes.— (a) One Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant R.M. to be allowed for every Flotilla and Maintenance Staff of L.C.S. (M) six craft, also one N.C.O. in lieu of officer for every alternate six craft. Every No. Rank or Rating Duty third craft has an officer or N.C.O. alternatively. 1 Captain or Lieutenant, R.M. Flotilla Officer (6) One Marine R.M.S. to be allowed in lieu of one Marine for Divisional and 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Flotilla Engineer Officer Sub-Divisional leaders only. (E). (c) 20 per cent, of Drivers (L.C.) per flotilla may hold the rank of Corporal. 1 Colour Sergeant, R.M. Administrative 1 Marine Clerk-Storeman ... Administrative Crait Crews of L.C.P. (L), L.C.V. (P), L.C.P. (R) 1 E.R.A...... ' 2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C>) No. Rank or Rating Duty 3 Motor Mechanics (C) ... (a) — . Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant, Boat Officer 1 P.O. or Leading Stoker ... 1 Sergeant or Corporal, R.M. ... Coxswain 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) or Wire- >R.N. (ft) I Marine Deckhand ...... ------man (L.C.). (c) 1 R.M. Driver (L.C.) ...... ------O.A...... (a) 6 A.B.— Q.O. (C.X.)...... Total ^ officer 1 Ship-Mechanic (L.C.) ...... _ 3 ranks Total 1 R.M. officer Notes.— (a) One Boat Officer to be allowed for every three craft. 1 Naval officer (6) One Marine, R.M.S., to be allowed in lieu of one Marine for Divisional and 2 R.M. ranks Sub-Divisional Leaders only. 18 ratings (c) 20 per cent, of Drivers (L.C.) per flotilla may hold the rank of Corporal. Note^—(a) When craft ate shore-based, W.R.N.S. Q.O. may be borne in lieu. 3440 12 13 3440

Section B— Minor Landing Cbaft— contd. Se c t io n C—Sp e c ia l C.O. U n i t s .

R.M . Manned— contd. Nava! Beach Commando. No. Rank or Rating Duty Craft Crews ol L.C.P.(M) and L.C.V. 1 Lieutenant-Commander ... Commanding Officer 1 No. Rank or Rating Duty Lieutenant, Sub-Lieutenant Administration Officer Midshipman. (a) — Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant,R.M. Boat Officer 3 Lieutenants Beachmaster (а )— N.C.O...... In lieu of Boat Officer 6 Lieutenants, Sub-Lieutenants Assistant Beachmaster 1 Sergeant or Corporal, R.M. ... Coxswain Midshipman. (б) 1 Marine Deckhand ...... ----- 6 Petty Officers (c) 1 R.M. Driver (L.C.) ...... ----- 6 Leading Seamen ... 61 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen Includes one Messenger Total I officer 3J ranks Total 11 officers 73 ratings Notes.— (a) One Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant, R.M., to be allowed for every six craft, also one N.C.O. in lieu of officer for every alternate six craft. Every third craft has an officer or N.C.O. alternately. Naval Beach Signal Section. (6) One Marine, R.M.S., to be allowed in lieu of one Marine for Divisional and No. Rank or Rating Duty Sub-Divisional Leaders only. 2 Lieutenants or Sub-Lieutenants, Beach Signal Officers (c) 20 per cent, of Drivers (L.C.) per flotilla may hold the rank of Corporal. R.N.V.R. 1 C.P.O. Telegraphist or P.O. Tele ----- graphist. 2 Leading Telegraphists ----- Craft Crews of L.C.P.(S) 9 Telegraphists or Ordinary Tele ----- No. Rank or Rating Duty graphists. (а) — Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant, Boat Officer 2 Chief Yeoman or Yeoman of ----- R.M. Signals. 1 Sergeant or Corporal, R.M. ... Coxswain 2 Leading Signalmen ...... ----- 1 Marine Deckhand...... ----- 9 Signalmen or Ordinary Signalmen ----- (б) 1 R.M. Driver (L.C.) ...... 5 Coders -----

Total J officer Total 2 officers 3 ranks 30 ratings

Notes.— (a) One Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant, R.M., to be allowed for every »ix craft. Naval Section Bombardment Troop. No. Rank or Rating Duty (6) One Corporal may be allowed in lieu of one Driver (L.C.) for every six craft. 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... Commanding Officer 1 C.P.O. Telegraphist or P.O. Tele------graphist. Craft Crews of L.C.S. (M) 2 Leading Telegraphists ...... No. Rank or Rating Duty 20 Telegraphists or Ordinary Tele------graphists. 1 Lieutenant or 2nd Lieutenant, Boat Officer R.M. Total 1 officer 1 Sergeant or Corporal, R.M. Coxswain 23 ratings (o) 1 Corporal, R.M. Guns’ crew (6) 1 Marine, R.M.S...... ----- (c) 1 R.M. Driver (L.C.) ----- C.O.P.P. Unit and Maintenance Staff. (d) 5 Marines Guns’ crew No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Lieutenant-Commander (N) or Commanding Officer Total 1 officer Lieutenant (N) or Lieutenant- 9 ranks Commander (H) or Lieutenant (H). Notes.— (a) One Sergeant may be allowed in lieu of one Corporal in each flotilla. 1 Lieutenant-Commander, Lieuten- Maintenance and Intelli- (6) One Corporal may be allowed in lieu of one R.M.S. for every six craft. ant or Sub-Lieutenant. gence Officer (c) One Corporal may be allowed in lieu of one Driver (L.C.) for every six craft. 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... Assistant to Commanding (d) To include one A.A.3 Officer 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant or Assistant Maintenance Midshipman. Officer 2 P.O. or Leading Seamen ...... ---- 1 Leading Seaman or A .B ...... --- 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) ...... —

Total 4 officers 4 ratings 3440 14 15 3440

Se c t io n C—Sp e c ia l C.O. U n i t s —contd. Se c t io n C—Sp e c ia l C.O. U n i t s —contd. Maintenance Staff. Combined Operations Material Liaison Staff (Small) (Horns Complement). (The following ratings to be allowed for every 10 C.O.P.P. Units.) No. Rank or Rating. Duty. No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Lieutenant-Commander, R.N.V.R. C.O.M.L. Officer 1 P.O...... ____ 1 Chief E.R.A...... 2 Sailmakers ... ____ 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.L.P. or ------2 Shipwrights ----- C.). 1 P.O. Writer ----- 1 E.A.(L.C.) or E.M .(L.C.)...... 1 Writer ____ 1 Stoker ...... ----- 2 Leading Stores Assistants ----- 1 Stores Assistant ... ----- Total 1 officer Total — officers 4 ratings 10 ratings Note.—Proposed but not yet approved.

Landing Craft Recovery Unit. No. Rank or Rating. Duty. 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-LieutenantEngineer Officer in com- (E). mand. S e c t io n D — L a n d i n g C r a f t B a s e M o b il e U n i t s . 1 Shipwright Lieutenant or Cd. or Shipwright Officer Wt. Shipwright. Minor Landing Craft Receipt and Despatch Staff for dealing with 25 craft a month, 1 P.O...... when part staff of local Naval Authority at port at which there is no L.C. Maintenance 6 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen ... ------Base (A). 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.H.P.) ... ------No. Rank or Jtating Duty 3 Motor Mechanics (D.H.P.) ... ------1 Lieutenant...... ------6 Stokers ...... ------(a) 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... ------6 Shipwrights (L.C.) ...... ------(a) 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant ------1 Joiner (L.C.) ...... ------(E) or Commissioned or Warrant 1 Blacksmith ...... ------Engineer. 1 Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------1 Electrical Lieutenant or Electrical ------Sub-Lieutenant, R.N.V.R. Total 2 officers 1 Lieutenant (S) or Sub-Lieutenant 26 ratings (S). 1 P.O...... (a) 1 Leading Seaman ...... ---- — (a) 9 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen ... ------Landing Craft Obstruction Clearance Unit. 1 E.R.A...... No. Rank or Rating. Duty. (a) 4 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.) ... ------1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... Commanding Officer (a) 1 Stoker P.O. or Leading Stoker ... ------1 P.O...... (a) 9 Stokers ...... ------2 Leading Seamen ...... ------(a) 3 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) ... ------13 A.B. or Ordinary Sea,men (includes ------1 O.A...... 1 S.D.). 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) ...... 1 Signalman or Ordinary Signalman ------1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------(a) 2 Wiremen (L.C.) ...... ' ... ------Total 1 officer 1 Writer ...... ------17 ratings 1 L.S.A. or S.A...... Total (a) 5 officers (a) 36 ratings Combined Operations Material Liaison Staff (Large) (Home Complement). No. Rank or Rating. Duty. Note.— (a) The following additional personnel to be provided for each additional 25 craft which require to be dealt with per month :—• 1 Lieut.-Commander, R.N.V.R. ... C.O.M.L. Officer 1 Chief E.R.A...... 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant. 2 E.R.A. (F) ...... 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant (E) or Commissioned or Warrant 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.L.P. or C.) ----- Engineer. 2 E.A.(L.C-) or E.M .(L.C.)...... 2 Leading Seamen. 1 Stoker ...... ----- 9 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen. 3 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.). Total 1 officer 1 Stoker P.O. or Leading Stoker. 7 ratings 9 Stokers. 2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.). Note.—Proposed but not yet approved. 3 Wiremen (L.C.). 1

3440 16 17 3440

Section D—Landing C raft Base Mobile Units— -contd. Se c t io n D — L a n d in g C r a f t B a s e M o b il e U n i t s —contd. Major Landing Craft Commissioning and Reception Staff Minor Landing Craft Receipt and Despatch Staff for dealing with 25 craft a month, when part Staff of a L.C. Maintenance -Base (B). No. Rank or Rating Duty No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Lieutenant-Commander ... Commissioning and Recep tion Staff Officer. 1 Lieutenant...... ------(a)1 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... Assistant to C.A.R.S.O. (a) 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant ... ------1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant ------(E). (E) or Commissioned or Warrant 2 E .R .A .(F )...... -- Engineer. (6) 1 Stoker P.O. ___ 1 Lieutenant (S) or Sub-Lieutenant ------1 O.A...... ___ (S). 1 P.O...... Total 3 officers (a) 1 Leading Seaman ...... ------4 ratings (a) 6 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen ... ------1 E.R.A...... (a) 2 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.) ... ------Notes.— (a) An assistant to C.A.R.S.O. to be allowed only where warranted by 1 Stoker P.O. or Leading Stoker ... ------the number of craft being handled. (a) 6 Stokers ...... ------(6) For regulating duties. (a) 2 Shipwrights or Joiners (L.C.) ... ------1 O.A...... •. ... — 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------(a) 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------(a) 2 Wiremen (L.C.) ...... ------Mobile Maintenance Unit (Major)— (Home) 1 Writer ...... ------No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 L.S.A. or S.A...... 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer-in-Charge Toial(a) 4 officers (E). (a)25 ratings 1 C.E.R.A...... 2 E.R.A. ( F ) ...... 1 E.R.A. (F. and T.) Note.— (a) The following additional personnel to be provided for each additional 2 E.R.A. (C.S.) 25 craft which require to be dealt with per month .— 2 E.R.M. (F )...... E.R.M. (T )...... 1 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant. 1 E.R.M. (M.W.W.), includes one 1 Leading Seaman. 3 trained in U.W. Cutting and 6 A.B. or Ordinary Seamen. Salvus gear. 2 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.). E.R.M. (I.C.E.) ... 6 Stokers. 1 Shipwright or Joiner (L.C.). Chief Motor Mechanic (D.H.P. orB)* 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.). Chief Motor Mechanic (D.L.P. or C)* Motor Mechanics (D.H.P.)* 3 Wiremen (L.C.). Motor Mechanic (D.L.P.)* Chief Shipwright ... Shipwrights (L.C.), includes one trained in U.W. Cutting and Salvus gear. 4 Ship Mechanics (L.C.) 4 Joiners (L.C.) Minor Landing Craft Storage Section 1 Joiner No. Rank or Rating Duty 2 Chief E.A. or E.A. or E. 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) 1 Lieutenant...... Officer-in-Charge 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer 4 Wiremen (L.C.) (E). 1 Blacksmith 1 P.O. or Leading Seaman...... ----- 1 Plumber ... 1 Stoker P.O. or Leading Stoker ... ----- 4 O.A. or O.M. 1 Stoker ...... ----- 2 A.B. or Ord. Smn.—Q.O. (C.X.). 1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) or Leading ----- 1 Stoker P.O. Wireman (L.C.). 2 Leading Stokers ... 18 Stokers Total(a) 2 officers (a) 4 ratings Total 1 officer 69 ratings Note.—-(a) The balance will consist of a variable component dependent on the number of craft in storage (vide C.A.F.O. 89/45, Scale “ D ” ). * Includes four trained in maintenance of refrigerator equipment. 3440 IS 19 Section D— Landing Craft Base Mobile Units— contd. 3440

Mobile Base Maintenance Unit (Major) (Foreign).

No. Rank or Rating. Duty. 1 Lieutenant-Commander (E) ... Engineer Officer-in-Charge 3 Lieutenant or Sub-Lieutenant (E) Asst. Engineer Officers 1 Electrical Lieutenant-Commander Electrical Officer S e c t io n D—L a n d i n g Cr a f t B a s e M o b il e U n i t s — contd. or Electrical Lieutenant, R.N.V.R. Mobile Base Maintenance Unit (Minor) (Home). 1 Electrical Lieutenant or Electrical Assistant Electrical Officer Sub-Lieutenant, R.N.V.R. 1 Shipwright Lieutenant-Commander Shipwright Officer No. Rank or Rating. Duty. 1 Shipwright Lieutenant or Cd. Ship- Assistant Shipwright Officer 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer-in-Charge wright. (E). 1 Chief E.R.A. (F. and T.) ... 2 E.R.A. (F. and T.) ...... 1 E.R.A. (F) ...... 4 E.R.A. (F) ...... 1 E.R.A. (F. and T.) ...... 3 E.R.A. (C.S.) ' ...... 1 E.R.A. (C.S.) ...... 1 E.R.A. (E.S.) ...... 2 E.R.M. (F) ...... 3 E.R.M. (F) ...... 1 E .R .M .(T )...... 2 E.R.M. (T) ...... 4 E.R.M. (M.W.W.) includes 1 trained 3 E.R.M. (M.W.W.), includes 1 -— in U.W. Cutting and Salvus gear. trained in U.W. Cutting and 3 E.R.M. (I.C.E.) ...... Salvus gear. 3 Chief Motor Mechanics (D.H.P. or I 2 E.R.M. (I.C.E.) ...... — B.) 4 Motor Mechanics (D.H.P.) ... I 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.L.P. or ——- 2 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.) ...) C.) 2 Chief Shipwrights ...... 2 Motor-Mechanics (D.L.P.) ... * ----- 9 Shipwrights (L.C.) includes 1 trained — — 2 Motor-Mechanics (C) in U.W. Cutting and Salvus Gear. 2 Shipwrights (L.C.), includes 1 8 Ship-Mechanics (L.C.) ...... trained in U.W. Cutting and 10 Joiners (L.C.) ...... Salvus gear. 2 Joiners ...... 4 Chief E.A. or E.A. or E.M. ... 3 Ship-Mechanics (L.C.) 2 P.O. Wiremen (L.C.) ...... 6 Joiners (L.C.) 2 Leading Wiremen (L.C.) ...... 1 Joiner ...... 5 Wiremen (L.C.) ...... 3 Chief E.A. or E.A. or E.M. 2 Blacksmiths ...... 2 Plumbers ...... 2 P.O. Wiremen (L.C.) 6 O.A. or O.M...... 2 Leading Wiremen (L.C.) ... 4 A.B. or Ord. Smn—Q.O. (C.X.) ... 4 Wiremen (L.C.) ...... 1 Stoker P.O...... 1 Blacksmith 3 Leading Stokers ...... 2 O.A. or O.M. (a) 28 Stokers ...... 2 Painters ...... 1 A.B. or Ord.Smn.-Q.O. (C.X.) ... 1 Stoker P.O. Total 8 officers 1 Leading Stoker 122 ratings 6 Stokers

* Includes four trained in maintenance of refrigerator equipment. Total 1 officer 51 ratings Note.— (a) The following are to be included when attached to L.S.E.(L.C-) :— 2 Stokers trained as Storekeepers. Includes two trained in maintenance of refrigerator equipment. 3 Stokers trained as Lorry Drivers. 1 Stoker trained as Crawler Crane Driver. 1

3440 20 21 3440

S e c t i o n D — L a n d i n g C r a f t B a s e M o b i l e U n i t s — contd.

Mobile Base Maintenance Unit (Minor) (Foreign). S e c t i o n D — L a n d i n g C r a f t B a s e M o b i l e U n i t s —contd. No. Rank or Rating Duty Paxman Overhaul Party (Foreign). 1 Lieutenant (E) ...... Engineer Officer-in-Charge 2 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Assistant Engineer Officers No. Rank or Rating Duty (E). 1 Chief E.R.A. (F. and T.) In cJiarge 2 Electrical Lieutenant or Electrical Electrical Officers 2 E.R.A. (F) ...... Sub-Lieutenant, R.N.V.R. 2 E.R.M.(I.C.E.) ... 1 Shipwright Lieutenant or Com- Shipwright Officer • 3 Stokers ...... missioned Shipwright. 1 Chief E.R.A. (F. and T .)...... Total 8 ratings 2 E.R.A. (F. and T.) ...... 2 E .R .A .(F )...... 1 E.R.A.(C.S.) ...... 1 E.R.A.(E.S.) ...... 3 E.R.M.(F)...... 2 E.R.M.(T)...... 4 E.R.M.(M.W.W.),includesltrained in U.W. Cutting and Salvus gear. 3 E.R.M.(I.C.E.) ...... 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.L.P. or e.) 4 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.) ... 3 Motor Mechanics (C) ...... Basic Engins Overhaul Part; (Foreign). 1 Chief Shipwright ...... ------4 Shipwrights (L.C.), includes 1 No. Rank or Rating Duty trained in U.W. Cutting and 1 Lieutenant-Commander (E) Salvus gear. Engineer Officer-in-Charge 5 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Assistant Engineer Officers 6 Ship-Mechanics (L.C.) ...... (E). 9 Joiners (L.C.) ...... 1 Electrical Lieutenant or Electrical Electrical Officer 2 Joiners ...... —-— Sub-Lieutenant, R.N.V.R. 5 Chief E.A. or E.A. or E.M. ... 1 Chief E.R.A. (F. and T .)... ____ 2 P.O. Wiremen (L.C.) ...... (a) 4 E.R.A.(F)...... ____ 3 Leading Wiremen (L.C.) ...... (o) 4 E.R.A. (F. and T.) ____ 6 Wiremen (L.C.) ...... 3 E.R.A. (C.S.) ...... ____ 2 Blacksmiths ...... 2 E.R.A. (E.S.) ...... ____ 4 O.A. or O.M...... (a) 4 E.R.M. (F) ...... ____ 2 A.B. or Ord. Smn.— Q.O. (C.X.). 2 E.R.M. (T) ...... ____ 1 Stoker P.O...... 4 E.R.M. (M.W.W.) ...... ____ 2 Leading Stokers ...... (a) 2 Chief Motor Mechanics (D.L.P. or ----- (o)(6)(c)13 Stokers ...... C.). 1 Painter ... • ...... (a) 2 Chief Motor Mechanics (D.H.P.)... ____ (a) 12 Motor Mechanics (D.H.P.) ____ Total 6 officers (a) 20 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.) ____ 90 ratings (o) 12 Motor Mechanics (C) ____ 5 Chief E.A. or E.A. or E.M. ____ * Includes four trained in maintenance of refrigerator equipment. 2 P.O. Wiremen (L.C.) ____ 2 Leading Wiremen (L.C.) ... ____ Notes.— (a) These 13 Stokers to be trained lorry drivers when attached to 8 Wiremen (L.C.) ____ M.O.L.C.A.Bs. 3 Joiners ____ 2 Blacksmiths ____ (6) Additional personnel to be provided when attached to M.O.L.C.A.Bs. to 2 Plumbers ... ____ include :— 2 Painters ____ 11 Stokers— 2 trained in L.C. storekeeping duties. 1 Stoker P.O. ______3 trained as crawler crane drivers. 4 Leading Stoker 30 Stokers ____ 6 trained as lorry drivers. 4 E.R.M.(M.V-). Total 7 officers 2 Plumbers. 133. ratings (c) When attached to A.R.L.(L.C.), Stoker complement to include :— 2 trained as storekeepers. Note.— (a) Factory-trained in engine overhaul. 3 trained as lorry drivers. 1 trained as Crawler crane driver. ► 23 3440 22 3440 S e c t i o n D — L a n d i n g C b a f t B a s e M o b i l e U n i t s —contd.

Maintenance Staffs for L.C.T. (E) No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer-in-Charge (E). S e c t i o n D — L a u d i n g C r a f t B a s e M o b i l e U n i t s — contd. 1 Electrical Lieutenant, R.N.V.R., Electrical Officer or Electrical Sub-Lieutenant, Mobile Engine Overhaul Party (Major)— (Foreign) R.N.V.R. No. Rank or Rating Duty 1 C.E.R.A...... 1 E.R.A. (F) ...... 1 Lieutenant (E) or Sub-Lieutenant Engineer Officer-in-Charge 1 E.R.A. (F. and T.) ...... (E). 1 E.R.M. (F.) ...... (a) 1 E.R.A. (F) ...... 2 E.R.M. (M .W .W .)...... (a) 1 E.R.M. (F) ...... 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.H.P.) ------(a) 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.L.P. or ------or (B.). C.). 2 Motor Mechanics (D.H.P.) ... ------(a) 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.H.P.) ... ---- - 1 Motor-Mechanic (D.L.P.) ... ------(a) 8 Motor Mechanics (D.H.P.) ... ------1 Chief Shipwright ...... ------(a) 8 Motor Mechanics (DL.P.) ... ------2 Shipwrights ...... ------(a) 4 Motor Mechanics (C)...... ------2 Ship Mechanics (L.C.) ...... ------1 E.M...... 2 Joiners (L.C.) ...... ------1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------1 E.A...... 1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------1 P.O. Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------3 Wiremen (L.C.) ...... ------1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------1 Leading Stoker ...... ------2 Wiremen (L.C.) ...... ------5 Stokers ...... ------1 P.O. Radio Mechanic (W/T) or ------Leading Radio Mechanic (W/T). Total 1 officer 1 A.B. or Ord. Smn, Q.O. (C.X.). ------36 ratings 1 O.A...... 4 Stokers ...... ------Note.— (a) Factory trained in engine overhaul. 1 Leading Stoker (Storekeeper) ... ----- Total 2 officers 30 ratings

(C.A.F.O. 89/45.)

Mobile Engine Overhaul Party (Minor)— (Foreign) No. Rank or Rating Duty (a) 1 Chief Motor Mechanic (D.L.P; or C) In Charge (a) 4 Motor Mechanics (D.L.P.) ... ------(a) 4 Motor Mechanics (C) ...... ------1 Leading Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------1 Wireman (L.C.) ...... ------2 Stokers ...... -----

Total 13 ratings

Note.— (a) Factory trained engine overhaul.

(71712) Wt. 8021/2275 10,800 8/45 Bw. G.338/10