HMS Glorious, Ardent & Acasta

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Originally Posted by 4bee

That may be bob but FiL claims the French treated BEF Members atrociously. He was there.

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PM sent. Every one has a story to tell. War brings out the worst in men.

Here is another video description of the action. This highlights the courageous action of the two destroyers , in the best traditions of the RN.

The Sinking of HMS Glorious: An Avoidable Tragedy? - Bing video

Now following is the action of HMAS Yarra, When we escorted Melbourne to the Queens Silver jubilee, we were in company with HMNZS Canterbury. When we parted company on the way home, Canterbury sent this signal.

UNCLASSIFIED.

MSOQ32
P 051502Z SEP 77
FM HMNZS Canterbury
TO HMAS Brisbane
BT
UNCLAS
DIG JAD
Spithead deployment final

1. We are very sorry to leave you at sea without the opportunity for a farewell bash in harbour. All onboard have have thoroughly enjoyed your company and friendships made will last for a long time.
It has been obvious that between us the the gap of the Tasman did not exist and that personnel of both ships regarded themselves as one.

2. Good sailing and good luck for the future. VIVE LES ESCORTEURS.
BI
DIST. FULL
MSO.032 PL TOR..0427Z MC 05/09/ 77.

I make this point for those three words " VIVE LES ESCORTEURS. "

VIVE indeed, in the case of YARRA.

HMAS Yarra's Last Stand - Bing video

This is more about YARRA, and her service in the Middle East, before being sent to the Japanese war. What is interesting is her part in the Soviet/ RN attack on Korremshar, Iran. A little known episode in RAN history. I knew about this from an old mate at Sandgate who was a diver in the RAN and took part in the attack. anyway, YARRA.

The Sinking of the HMAS Yarra (U77) - Bing video

The ship my mate was on was the Kanimbla. Here's the story of when the British and Soviets invaded IRAN, a bit long winded, but interesting.; EDIT I've replaced the link with the original article . with photo's and you can turn off ads.

In 1941, British and Soviet Troops Invaded Iran | War Is Boring

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Originally Posted by V8Ian

Still shrouded in secrecy, lost reports and lies after more than eighty years, courageous and determined sailors are denied their due recognition and respect.
No doubt this article will interest Bob, Des, James and a few more.

— HMS Glorious – The cover up of Churchill’s Operation Paul

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I found this. Interviews with survivors, they tell a sorry tale. EDIT Squadronleader -" Burn our precious Hurricanes?" after being told he had two choices. Burn the Hurricanes, or land them on Glorious, something that had not been done before, with fast fighters. And no arrester wires. Priceless.

Secret History HMS Glorious - YouTube