Goya
Sunk
| Type | Transport |
|---|---|
| War | Second World War |
Norwegian-built cargo ship seized in 1940. Sunk by L-3 off the Hel peninsula on 16 April 1945 with more than 6,000 refugees and soldiers aboard; about 180 were saved.
Armament and specifications
| Builder | Akers Mekaniske Verksted, Oslo |
|---|---|
| Laid down | 1939 |
| Launched | 4 April 1940 |
| Length | 146 m (479 ft 0 in) |
| Speed | 18 knots (33 km/h; 21 mph) |
As built, from the ship's Wikipedia article. Figures there may cover later refits too.
Career
Launched
4 April 1940
Sinking of Goya
Sunk
16 April 1945
More than 6,000 killed; about 180 saved