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Hundreds of seamen mingle with ordinary Merseysiders at a special service of remembrance
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Hundreds of seamen mingle with ordinary Merseysiders at a special service of remembrance
Hundreds of seamen mingle with ordinary Merseysiders at a special service of remembrance at Liverpools Pierhead to say farewell to the 12 men who lost their lives in the South Atlantic when the ship Atlantic Conveyor was hit by an Argentine Exocet missile. The Atlantic Conveyor, a British merchant navy ship, was requisitioned during the Falklands War. She was hit on 25 May 1982 by two Argentine air-launched AM39 Exocet missiles, killing 12 sailors. 3rd June 1982
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Liverpool Echo
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Cunard Line Emotions Falklands War Merchant Navy Royal Liver Building Ship Ss Atlantic Conveyor
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In this poignant photo print, we witness a powerful display of unity and grief as hundreds of seamen intermingle with ordinary Merseysiders at a special service of remembrance. The location is Liverpool's Pierhead, where emotions run high to bid farewell to the 12 brave men who tragically lost their lives in the South Atlantic during the Falklands War. The focal point of this image is the ship that became both a symbol of sacrifice and resilience - the Atlantic Conveyor. Originally a British merchant navy vessel, it was requisitioned for military purposes during the conflict. However, on that fateful day of May 25th, 1982, two Argentine Exocet missiles struck her hull with devastating consequences. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time from the 1980s, we can feel an overwhelming sense of sadness permeating through every face present. The Royal Liver Building stands tall in the background, serving as a solemn backdrop to this somber occasion. This photograph captures not only a moment but also encapsulates an era marked by conflict and loss. It reminds us that behind every war statistic lies real people with families and dreams cut short too soon. Memory Lane Prints presents us with an opportunity to reflect on history's tragedies while honoring those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Let this image serve as a reminder never to forget their sacrifice and always strive for peace amidst turmoil.
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