Tag Archives: UBoats

First Sunday in May Remembers Battle of the Atlantic

Posted on May 2, 2014 by irishroverpei

The Battle of the Atlantic was the longest continuous battle of the Second World War and one in which Canada played a central role. The battle began on the opening day of the war in September 1939 and ended almost … Continue reading →

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A New Month

Posted on September 1, 2012 by irishroverpei

On the 1st of September 1942 HMCS Morden launched a depth charge attack on a submerged UBoat. Two days later the UBoat was listed as missing and several years later the Morden is given credit for the sinking. HMCS Morden … Continue reading →

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Battle of the Atlantic

Posted on May 4, 2012 by irishroverpei

Sunday the 6th May 2012 (First Sunday in May) is Battle of the Atlantic Sunday. The one day in the year we make special mention of this Battle. It began on the 3rd Sept 1939 and ended 8th May 1945. … Continue reading →

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Learn About Your History Before you open your mouth.

Posted on February 25, 2012 by irishroverpei

The radio was on yesterday morning, I wasn’t paying much attention to what was being said until I heard the word submarine. I picked up my ears and listened. There were two people discussing whether Canada should scrap our submarines. … Continue reading →

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