The Nigerian Marine's War Effort


Robert Hughes Suction Dredger


On 4 June 1941 the Robert Hughes Suction Dredger struck a mine laid on 29 May by U-69 in the entrance of the harbor at Lagos and sank. 14 crew members were lost. The master and 16 crew members were rescued by harbour craft.


The Nigerian Marine's War Effort Article


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