HC Deb 15 June 1915 vol 72 cc535-6
44. Mr. SNOWDEN

asked the Prime Minister the number of casualties in the British naval forces since the outbreak of War up to the end of last month, distinguishing killed, wounded, and missing?

The PRIME MINISTER

The casualties amongst officers and men of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, and Royal Naval Division to the 31st May are as follows: Casualties resulting from the loss of the "Bulwark" and other accidental losses are included:—

Officers Other Ranks.
Killed 549 7,696
Wounded 181 2,262
Missing 74 2,785
804 12,743
13,547
Mr. GRETTON

Can the right hon. Gentleman distinguish between the losses of the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines, and the Naval Division, which is employed on shore?

The PRIME MINISTER

I should like notice of that question.