Mediterranean Convoy Attacked
LONDON. August 13
A British convoy in the Mediterranean was strongly attacked by enemy forces. A special Italian communique largely repeats the German claims, and says the Italian navy sank one cruiser and three ships, but admits the loss of 13 planes. The Berlin correspondent of the Stockholm newspaper “Dagligt Allehanda” reports that the convoy apparently passed Sicily. At least part of the convoy successfully negotiated the most difficult stretch.
It is authoritatively stated that the enemy claims regarding the Mediterranean convoy battle are exaggerated. The action is believed to be still progressing.
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Northern Advocate, 14 August 1942, Page 5
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