Historical Events tagged with "anti-submarine operations"
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HMS Oxley Sunk by HMS Triton
The submarine HMS Oxley was mistakenly sunk by HMS Triton off the coast of Norway, marking a significant early loss for the Royal Navy in World War II. The incident occurred during the early stages of the war when British submarines were actively patrolling the North Sea and surrounding areas. At the time, both submarines were involved in anti-enemy operations, and the tragic error highlighted the confusion and hazards of naval warfare. Although the fleet was vigilant against enemy threats, incidents like this demonstrated the dangers posed by friendly fire.
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