This resulted in the wholesale death of soldiers and civilians since the authorities were kept in the dark by the Allies and treated the wounded incorrectly. Churchill even had the mention of poison in the official records purged. Not only were other ships and warehouses destroyed over a wide area, but many people lost their lives or were injured and the rebuilding took seven months. This has been proclaimed a National Monument recently. Anyone interested can contact John Mahncke for further details.
Visitors are welcome.
Donation R 3.00. Scholars and Students free. Tea and biscuits will be served.