he bombing of HMS Sussex emphasised the need for a dedicated maritime firefighting unit on the Clyde. Initially, the motor vessel Rena was requisitioned in 1940 and converted for firefighting duties. During the Clydebank Blitz of 13-14 March 1941 she sustained splinter damage from German
FIREFIGHTING VESSELS ON THE CLYDE
Oct 28, 2022
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