Events tagged with "admiral scheer"

Historical Events tagged with "admiral scheer"

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Military & Warfare

Admiral Scheer Sunk by Royal Air Force

April 9th, 1945 79 years ago

The German heavy cruiser Admiral Scheer was sunk by the Royal Air Force during World War II. On this significant day, RAF aircraft targeted the ship while it was stationed in Norway. The operation showcased the effectiveness of air power in naval warfare as the cruiser met its end in the icy waters, contributing to the decline of German naval strength in the war.