0
The Wilhelm Gustloff was torpedoed and sunk 30th January 1945 in the Baltic Sea with a loss of an estimated 9,400 people.
The ships final voyage was during Operation Hannibal in January 1945, when she was sunk while participating in the evacuation of civilian refugees, German soldiers, and U-boat personnel trapped by the Red Army in East Prussia. She was hit by three torpedoes from the Soviet submarine S-13 in the Baltic Sea on the night of January 30, 1945 and sank in under 45 minutes, taking an estimated 9,400 people with her. The sinking of the Wilhem Gustloff ranks as the largest known loss of life in a single sinking in maritime history.
What else can I help you with?
What was the name of the submarine that sunk the indianapolis?
The submarine that sank the USS Indianapolis was the Japanese submarine I-58. On July 30, 1945, I-58 torpedoed the cruiser, which resulted in a catastrophic loss of life and the ship sinking. The sinking of the Indianapolis is one of the most notorious maritime disasters in U.S. Navy history.
The sinking of which passenger ship angered President Wilson?
The Germans sunk several ships while Wilson was President, but the most momentous sinking so far as the US was concerned was the sinking of the passenger ship, The Lusitania by German U-boats on May 7, 1915, killing 1198.
The sinking of the French ship the Sussex resulted in?
end unannounced submarine attacks
What hastened the entry of the United states in to world war 1?
1) they responded by sinking the Zimmerman ship. And that ship was the Germans.
Did the Germans warn Americans not to take the lusitania?
Yes, prior to the sinking of the Lusitania in May 1915, the German government issued warnings about the dangers of traveling on British ships, including the Lusitania, which was believed to be carrying munitions. These warnings were published in newspapers and emphasized that the waters around the British Isles were a war zone. Despite these warnings, many Americans, including those on the Lusitania, chose to travel on the ship, leading to the tragic sinking that resulted in significant loss of life and heightened tensions between the United States and Germany.
Why was the sinking of the titanic such a memorable disaster?
The sinking of Titanic was such a memorable disaster because she was the greatest, and largest, ship in the world.
Is the Titanic ship posh?
During her sailing (and sinking) Titanic was the grandest (and largest) ship in the world).
What is a boat that takes passengers away from a sinking ship?
a life boat
When was Songs for a Sinking Ship created?
Songs for a Sinking Ship was created in 2010.
When was This Sinking Ship created?
This Sinking Ship was created on 2007-02-20.
What is life boats?
a small craft carried on a ship to provide a means of emergency evacuation in the event of a disaster aboard the ship
Which animal do sailors say desert a sinking ship?
Rats desert a sinking ship.
Which prince died in the white ship sinking?
which prince died on the sinking of the white ship
If a sink is on a ship and the ship is sinking would the sink be a sinking sink?
Yes, if a sink is on a ship that is sinking, it would be considered a "sinking sink" in a playful sense. The term "sinking" applies to the ship as a whole, and since the sink is part of that structure, it would also be sinking as the ship descends. Thus, in this context, the phrase captures both the literal and humorous aspects of the situation.
What does a sinking ship tattoo mean?
A sinking ship tattoo often symbolizes loss, despair, or the inevitability of failure. It can represent the struggles and challenges one faces in life, reflecting feelings of being overwhelmed or out of control. Additionally, it may serve as a reminder to appreciate life's fleeting moments and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. Some people also view it as a tribute to personal experiences related to heartbreak or significant life changes.
When was Slow Note from a Sinking Ship created?
Slow Note from a Sinking Ship was created in 1995.
When was My Beautiful Sinking Ship created?
My Beautiful Sinking Ship was created on 2001-09-04.
