Historical Events tagged with "torpedo boat"
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PT-109 Sinks After Collision with Amagiri
During a night patrol in the Pacific Theater, Motor Torpedo Boat PT-109, commanded by Lieutenant John F. Kennedy, is rammed by the Japanese destroyer Amagiri. The incident occurs near the Solomon Islands. Despite the collision, Kennedy demonstrates remarkable leadership and skill, managing to rescue most of his crew, with only two sailors lost in the chaos. This event marks a significant moment in Kennedy's life and military career.
Continue ReadingFinnish Torpedo Boat S2 Sinks in Storm
S2, a Finnish Sokol class torpedo boat, sank near Pori in the Gulf of Bothnia during a fierce storm. The boat, carrying a crew of 53, was overwhelmed by the stormy seas and capsized. All crew members on board perished in this incident, highlighting the dangers faced by naval vessels in extreme weather conditions.
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