Historical Events tagged with "hms royal oak"

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Military & Warfare

U-47 Sinks HMS Royal Oak at Scapa Flow

October 14th, 1939 85 years ago

The German submarine U-47 penetrated the British naval base at Scapa Flow and sank the battleship HMS Royal Oak during the early morning hours. This successful attack marked a significant breach in British naval defenses and was a notable early victory for the German U-boat campaign in World War II. The Royal Oak was hit by torpedoes, leading to substantial loss of life and showcasing the potential vulnerability of battleships even in well-guarded ports.

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