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9 March 1945 Loss of Andrew McNeilly Wright

Summary

Loss of Andrew McNeilly Wright

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Diary Entry

During the night of the 8th of March and morning of the 9th German forces left Jersey and attacked and held Granville Harbour. The mission was to capture supplies which caught the allied forces by surprise. The Battle cost the lives of allied personnel.

More information on this battle here https://www.jerseybunkertours.com/granville-raid

Andrew McNeilly Wright
Master
Marchant Navy
SS Eskwood

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