Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Thomas H. Allan
Merchant Navy. British
Died | 2009 |
Roster information listed for Thomas H. Allan
Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
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Empire Wave | Catapult armed merchant | Steward | 2 Oct 1941 | U-562 (1) |
Personal information
Thomas H. Allan spent 14 days in an open boat after the sinking of Empire Wave before being picked up and taken to Iceland. Sadly due to the cold he had to have both legs amputated. But he went on to live a long and full life.
Sources
- Personal communication
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