The 'v C' Ship. 22 and 23 November 1942, Oran and Mers-el-kebir. HMS Walney, Ex-american Coast Guard Cutter Lying on Its Side by the Inner Breakwater of Oran Harbour. After the Ship Had Reached Its Ob A13693

The "v C" Ship. 22 and 23 November 1942, Oran and Mers-el-kebir. HMS Walney, Ex-american Coast Guard Cutter Lying on Its Side by the Inner Breakwater of Oran Harbour. After the Ship Had Reached Its Objective; To Break the Boom in Oran For the North African Landings, Her Commanding Officer Captain Peters Received a Posthumous V C For His Part in the Action. the Loss of Life Was Heavy But the Objective Was Achieved.