Ships hit during WWI

Thorunn

NameThorunn
TypeSteamer
GRT990 tons
Country  Norwegian
Built1917
BuilderHølens Verks. A/S, Larvik
OperatorSverre Hansen A/S (S. Hansen), Bergen
History

U-boat attacks on Steamer Thorunn


DateU-boatLoss typePositionLocationRouteCargoCasualties
116 May 1917UC 79 (Erich Haecker)prizeOff the coast of Norway in the Skagerrak.
58° 23'N, 9° 50'E
Bergen - U.K.
hay
0

Taken as a prize, later released. Vessel name incorrectly given in Spindler as Thorum.

Position of attack on Thorunn


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