Sub-Lieutenant (A)
Ian Trant Dean
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
2. L. 15.
KANCHANABURI WAR CEMETERY
Medals
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