@yulenbilbao Wooden decks that hadn’t been replaced due to international diplomatic commitments. Single shell from the Bismarck pieced it straight into the magazine. Went down in minutes, only 3 survivors. Bismarck was resting with her a few days later
@RealTimeWWII Wow thanks so much for everything you’ve done. I’ve been following this since the first time you did it. It’s such a joy amongst all the tripe on here and across social media generally to receive this incredible story. I hope you enjoy your well deserved rest
Glad Ms Markle is clearly still not welcome with the Royal Family. After all she’d currently be occupied tweeting in real time, earning some more fame for herself, regardless of the family’s wishes, and at the expense of the Queen
Red Army have captured Ploiești, Romania, largest remaining source of oil for Axis forces. Refineries have been wrecked by massive Allied bombing campaign, with just 20% of normal production left in operation.