An unusual memorial in Scotland is that to those who died in 1917 when the steam-propelled submarine HMS K13 sank in Gareloch during sea trials. She was carring 80 people - 53 crew, 14 employees of the shipbuilders, five sub-contractors, five Admiralty officials, a River Clyde pilot and the captain and engineering officer from the still-completing K14. 32 crew died in the accident and 48 were rescued.
An account of the accident can be found HERE
The K class submarines earned the nickname of Kalamity class as they were involved in many accidents. Eighteen were built. None were lost through enemy action, but six sank in accidents.
An account of the accident can be found HERE
The K class submarines earned the nickname of Kalamity class as they were involved in many accidents. Eighteen were built. None were lost through enemy action, but six sank in accidents.
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