Historical Events tagged with "sinking"
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Normanton Incident Sparks Outrage in Japan
The British merchant vessel Normanton sank off Japan, and in its final moments, the European officers commandeered the lifeboats, leaving Asian crew and passengers behind. This incident generated significant political outrage in Japan, highlighting issues of colonial attitudes and racial tensions amidst maritime disasters.
Continue ReadingHMS Orpheus sinks off Auckland Coast
The HMS Orpheus, a Royal Navy ship, sank off the coast of Auckland, New Zealand, resulting in the loss of 189 lives. The vessel encountered a violent squall and capsized while attempting to enter the Manukau Harbour. It was one of the largest maritime disasters in New Zealand's waters, sparking inquiries into the events that led to its sinking and highlighting navigational challenges in the region.
Continue ReadingLefort Capsizes in Gulf of Finland
The Russian warship Lefort capsized in a storm in the Gulf of Finland, resulting in the loss of all 826 personnel aboard. The incident occurred amid severe weather conditions that overwhelmed the vessel. The Lefort, named after a prominent figure in the Russian Navy, was a key part of the fleet, and its sinking marked a significant maritime disaster of the time.
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