1942 ⟶ Convoys Depart for Malta

Two convoys set out for Malta, one from Gibraltar (code name...

Year

1941

1942

🚢 Malta Relieved by Convoy

Malta is relieved by a convoy.⟶

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🚢 Convoys Depart for Malta

Two convoys set out for Malta, one from Gibraltar (code named 'Harpoon') and the other from Alexandria (code named 'Vigorous'), with desperately needed supplies of food, fuel, and ammunition. The hope is that the Axis will concentrate their attacks on whichever convoy they find first, allowing the other one to get through.⟶

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💥 Convoy 'Vigorous' Under Attack; 'Harpoon' Engaged

The convoy 'Vigorous', en route to Malta, sights a large Italian naval squadron headed toward it. 'Harpoon' comes under attack for the first time; 'Vigorous' has been under air attack almost since leaving port.⟶

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🚢 Convoy to Malta Decimated

A convoy to Malta is decimated by the Luftwaffe and U-boats.⟶

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🚢 Malta Convoy: Partial Success

Disastrous end to the Malta convoy, but one tanker and four merchant ships get through.⟶

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🚢 Malta Relief: Convoys Reach the Island

Convoys reach Malta from Alexandria; an official announcement proclaims that the island is "relieved of its siege".⟶

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