13.November 1939

<< 12.Nov.1939                                                                                                                                                                                14.Nov.1939 >>

Destroyer HMS „Blanche“, sunk by a mine (layed by Bonte yesterday) in the Thames Estuary whilst escorting HMS “Adventure” which had earlier been damaged by a mine. She was the first Royal Navy destroyer to be sunk in the war. Had been turning at high speed when a the mine exploded well aft. The main dynamo was destroyed and the ship was plunged into darkness. She took a 20 degree list and sank two hours later. One rating was killed and 12 injured.

HOME            NOVEMBER 1939