St Catherine’s Point (SS Mendi Shipwreck Year 1917)
UK-469 · Isle of Wight, England
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On 21 February 1917, the troopship SS Mendi sank in 25 minutes after being rammed by the SS Darro in thick fog off the Isle of Wight. The disaster claimed 646 lives, mostly non-combatant Black South African labourers. It remains a profound national symbol of wartime courage and sacrifice.
Accessible Land Close Proximity Description: Walk to the coastline near St Catherine’s Point Lighthouse, Isle of Wight. Nearest Car Park Locator: IO90in (St Catherine’s Point Viewpoint / Lighthouse Link car park).
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