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Of ten Norwegian ships which attempted to escape to Britain from Gothenburg
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Of ten Norwegian ships which attempted to escape to Britain from Gothenburg
Of ten Norwegian ships which attempted to escape to Britain from
Gothenburg, Sweden in March, 1941, one, a new 10, 000 ton tanker the B.P. Newton, arrived safely at a British port. Only her speed enabled her to outdistance the German armed service craft.
The ship was one of the many Kvarstad vessels, Norwegian ships held in arrest in Gothenburg after the Germans moved into invade and occupy Norway.
Picture shows: The B.P Newton riding at anchor, safe at a British port after her dash for freedom.
March 1941
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Reach PLC
Mirrorpix
Scotland
Media ID 21901518
© Mirrorpix
Escape Sea War Ships Vessel Oil Tanker
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The print captures a remarkable moment in history during the Second World War. In March 1941, amidst the chaos and conflict of the forties, ten Norwegian ships attempted to escape from Gothenburg, Sweden to seek refuge in Britain. Out of these brave vessels, only one managed to reach its destination safely - the B. P. Newton, a brand new 10,000-ton tanker. This incredible feat was made possible solely by her exceptional speed which enabled her to outpace German armed service craft that pursued her relentlessly. The B. P. Newton was part of a group of Kvarstad vessels - Norwegian ships held under arrest in Gothenburg after Germany invaded and occupied Norway. In this poignant image captured in March 1941, we see the B. P. Newton riding at anchor at a British port after successfully completing her daring dash for freedom. It serves as a testament not only to the resilience and determination of those involved but also symbolizes hope amidst an era dominated by war. This photograph is more than just a depiction of an oil tanker; it represents bravery and defiance against adversity on the high seas during one of humanity's darkest times. As we reflect upon this piece from Memory Lane Prints, let us remember all those who risked their lives for freedom and pay tribute to their unwavering spirit during World War II.
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