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The Sinking of the Lusitania – 7 May 1915

Historical newspaper reports on the sinking of the Lusitania

On 7 May 1915, the Lusitania was hit by torpedoes fired by the German U-boat U-20, and sank in 20 minutes with the loss of 1,198 lives.

To mark the day, here are some newspaper reports about the tragedy.

Surrey Mirror | 11 May 1915

 

Newcastle Journal | 8 May 1915


Newcastle Journal
| 8 May 1915

 

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