Albrighton talk to explore tragic story of submarine HMS Thetis
A talk in Albrighton will explore the tragic story of HMS Thetis and the events surrounding its ill-fated diving trials
Albrighton & District Historical Society will host a talk on the tragic story of Royal Navy submarine HMS Thetis, entitled ‘The Submarine that Died Twice’.
The talk, given by Richard Percival, will take place at the Red House in Albrighton on Monday, November 2, at 7.30pm.
HMS Thetis set out on its maiden diving trials in Liverpool Bay on June 1, 1939, but the voyage ended in disaster.
The talk will explore the tragedy and the bravery surrounding the incident, as well as what happened afterwards.
Visitors are welcome, with entry costing £3 on the door.