[Derek Roger]

Sailed as passenger on Union Castle 3 times . First in 1947 as a little kid Durban to Southhampton then return trip and finally in 1953 Durban to Southhampton when I emigrated to Scotland .

 

[Derek Roger]

I have a picture of my mother and father taken with the Captain which I will post when in Scotland in a couple of weeks . You chaps will no doubt know him .
Derek
I also have an ash tray my father bought on the voyage ; its inscription is ,
R.M.M.V Capetown Castle . " Royal Mail somthing Vessel " ???
Perhaps you can enlighten me .

 

[Derek Roger]

Thanks fred but I think the Capetown Castle was a steam Turbine ??? Perhaps the lads can comment .
Derek

 

[Derek Roger]

Thanks for the info Gents . I will try and scan the ashtray so you can see the RMMV and not think Ive been on the Gin and Tonics too much .
Derek