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The Sinking of the Laconia

The tragic sinking of the Laconia by a German U-boat in 1942 is reenacted through the personal stories of six survivors.

A German U-boat sinks the British troopship Laconia in September 1942, resulting in the loss of 2,228 lives, including 1,800 Italian POWs, 80 British civilians, and 268 soldiers.

Episodes:

Episode 1

1.

Aired: Jan 6, 2011

A tender bond forms between Junior Third Officer Thomas Mortimer and the myst...

Episode 2

2.

Aired: Jan 7, 2011

A tentative connection develops between the submarine's crew and the rescued ...

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Info about The Sinking of the Laconia

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Countries: Germany, United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, War, History