Shipwrecks in the Thames

June 2022 Lecture

From the event "Shipwrecks in the Thames" which took place on 13/06/2022

Rob Smith presents a Virtual Tour telling the story of 12 ships that have sunk in the Thames. From a Roman cargo ship to a mysterious sinking in the Cold War along with a collection of pictures and maps from the Thames.

Each month we are pleased to welcome lectures from our friends and colleagues. Ranging from Maritime History and Restoration through to the work of the RNLI and todays Shipbuilding Industry. Please feel free to enjoy these stimulating talks at your leisure.

A big thank you to our guest speaker, Rob Smith for such an interesting evening.

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ABOUT HMS/WELLINGTON

HMS WELLINGTON began her successful career in the 1930s. Laid down in September 1933 at Devonport Dockyard, launched in May 1934, she entered service in January 1935. Her purpose was as an Imperial Patrol Sloop destined for the New Zealand Station. She was a Grimsby Class Sloop and displaced 990 tons with a cruising speed of 10 knots and a maximum speed of 16 knots.

June 2022 Lecture

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