Basic Details Surname Beattie Forenames Sam Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Stephen Haldane War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Honours Victoria Cross, Croix de Guerre avec Palme Notes VC awarded for actions during the St Nazaire raid, 27 March 1942, when he captained HMS Campbeltown. Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Lt Commander Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Unit (Primary - Our reference) HMS Campbeltown Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Lieutenant Commander