Peter joined the Royal Navy in May 1943 as a Telegraphist (Trained Operator) He served in the Royal Naval Patrol Service A/S Trawlers North European Theatre. Peter was demobbed in September 1946.

In 1989 Peter joined the Royal Naval Association Brighton & Hove Branch
October 1992 - Branch Secretary to date
February 1999 - Area 3 Secretary to date
January 2000 - Made Life Member
June 2006 - Area 3 National Council Member to date.