Willecke was informed by chief mate L Guder that Richard Montgomery was aground after an unsuccessful engine-and-helm attempt; by 07:50 he reported structural breaking and requested help.

1944-08-20T05:55:00 - Grounding_and_initial_response

Location: Great Nore / Southend | Status: verified

Willecke was informed by chief mate L Guder that Richard Montgomery was aground after an unsuccessful engine-and-helm attempt; by 07:50 he reported structural breaking and requested help.

Each event in the 80-year history of the SS Richard Montgomery adds a layer of complexity to the story of this WWII munitions ship.

Sources

• F Willecke report on Richard Montgomery arrival, anchoring, grounding and first response

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