ms Abbekerk

The story of a Dutch freighter during the Second World War

Singapore

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75 years ago

Three days from Singapore: tension rises, the escort grows

10 January 1942. The 5 merchant ship are now protected by eight more warships: The cruisers Hr.MS De Ruyter (commanded by rear admiral Karel Doorman), Hr.MS Tromp, HMS Durban, the destroyers Hr.Ms Backert, Hr.Ms Piet Hein, HMS Encounter, HMS Jupiter,...

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75 years ago

Banka Straits: Japanese bombers approaching

12 January 1942 HMS Emerald is informed that large formations of Japanese bombers are on the way to the convoy. Over time it has become abundantly clear what they are capable off and on board Abbekerk the crew is under...