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Astle Scott Littlejohns

The career of a Naval Captain who served ashore during World War One

Captain Astle Scott Littlejohns served in World War One. He commanded the Naval Armoured Train divisions that served on land during the conflict.

Photograph of Naval personnel, including A S Littlejohns at back row centre, onboard HMS Sans Pareil in 1899 (RNM)

Article highlights

• The career of a Naval Captain who served ashore during World War One

• Littlejohns' naval career

• The Naval Armoured Train Division

• Commanding armoured trains

   

Related External Links

• Royal Naval Museum - Collection Catalogue Online

• National Portrait Gallery