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The evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus, 6 February 1917 (oil on board)
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The evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus, 6 February 1917 (oil on board)
5929455 The evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus, 6 February 1917 (oil on board) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus, which struck a mine off Cape Agulhas, South Africa, on 6 February 1917.
Oil on board by Stanley Llewellyn Wood (1866-1928), 1917 (c).
During its passage from Devonport to Hong Kong during World War One, the troopship SS Tyndareus was due to put in at Table Bay, South Africa, for fuel and fresh provisions. However, on 6 February 1917 while rounding Cape Agulhas, some 108 miles (173 km) south-east of Cape Town, the 11, 000-ton troopship struck a mine laid by the German raider Wolf, with a terrific explosion. The ship rapidly began to fill with water and started going down by the head.
The painting illustrates the moments on deck when, instead of panicking, all the men of 25th (Garrison) Battalion Middlesex Regiment obeyed the command of the CO, Lieutenant-Colonel John Ward MP, to draw up on parade. This orderly response enabled boats to be lowered without mishap and, with other assistance, all those on board were saved.
King George V sent a message of approval which read: A Please express to the officers commanding the -Battalion of the Middlesex Regiment my admiration of the conduct displayed by all ranks on the occasion of the accident to the Tyndareus. In their discipline and courage they worthily upheld the splendid tradition of the Birkenhead, ever cherished in the annals of the British Army. ); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22764844
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Naval Warfare Parade Troop Ship Mine Warfare
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The Evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus, 6 February 1917
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in history, depicting the heroic evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus. Painted by Stanley Llewellyn Wood in 1917, this oil on board artwork showcases the bravery and discipline displayed by the men of the 25th (Garrison) Battalion Middlesex Regiment. On that fateful day off Cape Agulhas, South Africa, disaster struck as the German raider Wolf laid a mine that caused a tremendous explosion aboard the ship. Despite imminent danger and chaos ensuing around them, Lieutenant-Colonel John Ward MP commanded his men to gather on deck for an orderly response. In this painting, we witness a remarkable scene where instead of panicking, these brave soldiers stood united on parade. Their unwavering discipline allowed for efficient boat lowering and ensured all those onboard were saved from certain peril. The significance of their actions did not go unnoticed. King George V himself expressed his admiration for their conduct during this harrowing event. He praised their courage and discipline which upheld the proud tradition of heroism within British Army history. This powerful image serves as a testament to human resilience in times of crisis and reminds us of the indomitable spirit that can emerge even amidst tragedy. It stands as an enduring symbol of bravery and unity in face of adversity.
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