Marauders of the Sea, German Armed Merchant Ships During W.W. 2

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The liner Voltaire (13,000 grt) was an armed merchant cruiser.
It was engaged and sunk by the Thor.
The Thor survived the engagement unscathed and rescued over 75% of the Voltaire's crew.

 
 
The liner Voltaire (13,000 grt) was an armed merchant cruiser.

 


    

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