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The salvage operation of HMS Gipsy. East coast of Britain, near Harwich, Essex
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The salvage operation of HMS Gipsy. East coast of Britain, near Harwich, Essex
The salvage operation of HMS Gipsy. East coast of Britain, near Harwich, Essex. November 1939.
HMS Gipsy was a G-class destroyer built for the Royal Navy during the 1930s. She spent most of the pre-war period as part of the Mediterranean Fleet. The ship was transferred to the British Isles to escort shipping in local waters shortly after the beginning of World War II. Less than a month after her arrival she struck a mine outside Harwich and sank with the loss of 30 of her crew. Her wreck was salvaged and slowly scrapped over the course of the war
Picture taken circa 21st November 1939
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Daily Mirror
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WW2 B/W Print 103.jpg
Media ID 21888427
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1939 Mine Rescue Salvage Sinking
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The Salvage Operation of HMS Gipsy - A Glimpse into the Heroic Efforts Amidst World War II
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. This print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing the salvage operation of HMS Gipsy off the east coast of Britain, near Harwich, Essex. The year was 1939, and the world was embroiled in the chaos of World War II. HMS Gipsy, a formidable G-class destroyer built for the Royal Navy during the 1930s, had been an integral part of the Mediterranean Fleet before being transferred to protect local waters around British Isles as war broke out. Tragically, less than a month after her arrival on these shores, disaster struck when she hit a devastating mine outside Harwich. The ship succumbed to its watery grave with thirty brave crew members lost. However, this photograph tells a tale not only of loss but also resilience and determination. It showcases an extraordinary salvage operation that took place over several years during wartime. Despite immense challenges posed by conflict and limited resources, dedicated individuals worked tirelessly to recover what remained of HMS Gipsy from beneath the waves. The image serves as a poignant reminder of those who risked their lives to rescue their comrades at sea amidst one of humanity's darkest periods—the Second World War. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time—circa November 21st, 1939—we are reminded both of our shared history and the indomitable spirit that
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