Ships hit during WWI

Poldown

NamePoldown
TypeSteamer
GRT1,370 tons
Country  British
Built1904
BuilderFevigs Jernskibsbyg., Fevig
OperatorThe Shipping Controller (L. Lougher & Co.), London
History

U-boat attacks on Steamer Poldown


DateU-boatLoss typePositionLocationRouteCargoCasualties
19 Oct 1917UC 51 (Hans Galster)SunkMined 2 miles WSW of Trevose Head
50° 31'N, 5° 05'W
Penarth - Boulogne
coal
18

(50.31.35N, 05.05.05W)

Position of attack on Poldown


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