Greek cargo ship Paralos sunk after after striking a German mine on 6 December 1939

An item reported that the Greek 3,435 tons cargo ship ss Paralos loaded with German coal strike a German mine and sunk in the Approaches to the Thames 2 miles east of the Tongue light vessel. Of her crew were 22 men saved and brought to Southend.(1)

Note

1. Sunk on 6 Dcember 7 miles north east of North Foreland, Kent, England, 3 men were killed. Survivors saved by the British Roek.

Sources

The National Archives, Kew Gardens, England CAB-66-4-1 Weekly Résumé (No. 14) of the naval, military and air situation from 12 noon 30 November to 12 noon 7 December 1939.

Lloyd’s Register 1939-1940.