Seeing the mention of W/Cdr Jeudwine in earlier posts reminded me that I had a copy of his biography 'Global Warrior' in my pile of 'books to read'. Have now read it; a really interesting story of an unusual officer who chose to lead his men rather than drive them, as his superiors appear to have preferred. Wing Commander Gill writes a very generous Foreward to the book which clearly sets out the criteria for inclusion in the crew of the 'Scorpion'.
Would anyone have any idea how big 'Scorpion' was? Certainly big enough to have the crew divided into two 'watches' and carry what sounds like a substantial quantity of rations (including beer!)
Highly recommend 'Global Warrior'.