Who was Rear Admiral Edward Boyle?

A Carlisle submariner who won the Victoria Cross during the First World War is being recognised by his home town today.

A commemorative plaque honouring Rear Admiral Edward Boyle will be unveiled at the cenotaph in Carlisle city centre this morning.

It's part of celebrations leading up to Armed Forces Day on Saturday.

Edward Courtney Boyle was born in Carlisle in 1883.

On 27 April 1915 he was in command of Submarine E14 in the Sea of Marmara, in the Dardanelles.

He dived his vessel under enemy minefields and, facing navigational difficulties from strong currents and the presence of hostile patrols, continued to operate in the narrow waters of the Straits for two weeks.

During that time, the submariner succeeded in sinking two Turkish gunboats and one military transport.

He was awarded the Victoria Cross for his efforts.

It's the highest military decoration, awarded for valour in the face of the enemy.

He was one of 634 people to receive Victoria Crosses during the First World War.

After the war Edward Boyle remained in the navy, reaching the rank of Rear Admiral.

He died in 1967.