Historical Events tagged with "military transport"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Soviet Il-76 Crash in Armenian Relief Mission

December 11th, 1988 36 years ago

A Soviet Air Force Il-76 aircraft crashed while performing humanitarian relief efforts following the devastating Armenian earthquake. The incident resulted in the loss of 78 lives, primarily comprising crew members and relief personnel. The plane was en route to deliver aid to the stricken regions of Armenia, emphasizing the critical needs of those affected by the natural disaster. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff, raising urgent concerns about the safety of aid missions during such crises.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Blackburn Beverley Crash in Sutton Wick

March 5th, 1957 68 years ago

A Blackburn Beverley transport aircraft crashed in the village of Sutton Wick, Berkshire, resulting in the deaths of most crew members and passengers along with two local residents. The aircraft, belonging to 53 Squadron of the Royal Air Force, encountered difficulties during its flight, leading to the catastrophic incident. The impact of the crash was felt deeply within the small community, as it tragically took the lives of individuals both in the air and on the ground, marking a somber moment in local memory.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Canoe River Train Crash Claims 21 Lives

November 21st, 1950 74 years ago

Two Canadian National Railway trains collided in northeastern British Columbia, resulting in a devastating crash at the Canoe River. The incident led to the death of 21 people, including 17 Canadian soldiers who were on their way to join the Korean War. The crash occurred under tragic circumstances, highlighting the risks of railway travel during this period, especially with military personnel in transit.

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Military & Warfare

Sinking of the SS Dorchester by U-boat

February 3rd, 1943 82 years ago

The SS Dorchester, a U.S. Army transport ship, was sunk by a German U-boat in the North Atlantic. Among the 902 men aboard, only 230 survived. This tragic event happened during World War II as the Dorchester was transporting troops from the United States to Europe. The ship was struck by a torpedo fired by U-223, leading to rapid sinking. The disaster highlighted the dangers faced by troop transports in the Atlantic and underscored the vulnerability of military ships during wartime operations.

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