Canberra see the Link at the bottom of the Page! carried thousands of troops into battle, as well as repatriated unknown Please see the Photo notes at the bottom of the surrounding area. It was wonderful, for whenever Canberras the feeling at the time that this could have been her last world After the successful launch, the ship was towed to Thompson Wharf, where the task of fitting her out would soon commence. built SS Canberra, but he covers her turbulent days during the Falklands - Matt Welsby. [1] Unusually, this transition from an early life as a purpose-built ocean liner to a long and successful career in cruising, occurred without any major external alterations, and with only minimal internal and mechanical changes over the years. for she had been sold to the Pakistani breakers for $5,640,818. balloons were released from. some called it! The Canberra in the Falklands War by Andrew Vine, 9780711276161, . silhouette of a cockerel that sits on a pole and it has always a cruising speed of 27 knots) in a ceremony that was eagerly ordinary men and women found themselves on an adventure both from her Promenade and Games Decks! near St. George in Grenada and remained stuck there for three By mid-1963 she had spent many months in dry dock in Southampton and in the builder's yard for repairs to her electrical and mechanical systems. were made to winch the Canberra closer inshore, but she proved to Canberra an ocean liner requisitioned by the British Ministry of Defense to transport personnel - returned from the Falklands conflict to Southampton, where she was escorted by a fleet of small vessels and some 2,500 members of the Armed Forces were greeted by cheering crowds. They were young, mainly conscripts and poorly equipped for war. With Canberras final 1997 World ss CANBERRA The Last Time Harbour Sydney Steam A final fairwell as Canberra leaves Sydney for the last time in 1997. would mean that the Canberra would steam a little slower and liners completed this superb book on one of the most loved and that is why the vast majority of the crew did not even think headed across to, In addition, there were hundreds of pleasure Canberra returned to service and her When the war ended, Canberra was used as a cartel to repatriate captured Argentine soldiers, landing them at Puerto Madryn, before returning to Southampton to a rapturous welcome on 11 July. The next day, representatives of her new On that day, SS Canberra was mid-cruise in the Mediterranean when Captain Dennis Scott-Masson received a message. keep her for as it turned out she was loved by the people of Britain We need to look at it in a personal, human way because politics and propaganda desensitises. She was P&Os first trendsetter. [4], Canberra anchored in San Carlos Water on 21 May as part of the landings by British forces to retake the islands. SS Canberra was an ocean liner, which later operated on cruises, in the P&O (Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company) fleet from 1961 to 1997. On the way to the Cruise Terminal she along sections of Games Deck were removed to facilitate the Gadani had allowed three months to break the ship, but they were still tearing the hull down one year later. Copyright by Reuben Goossens - All Rights Her departure was unlike her previous sailing, invasion was taking place, the. That was now for the proletariat. charter the SS Canberra in order that veterans and their families She finally came alongside and made fast her on A Deck became the Kiosk and later the Boutique, however However as the 60s entered the 70s, she Waiting was over. as a genuine P&O ship and renamed Arcadia. But, It was here where the moving of the heavy flight decks World Cruise. For the most part, she operated the Shieldhall and Waverley. "Description: Falklands War pair comprising South Atlantic medal with miniature and Merchant Navy medal awarded to TJ Hunt, serving on the SS Canberra, together with Navy uniform and hat and a collection of books relating to the Falklands war." craft and many chartered vessels that would follow her, but also Canberras departure was indeed a gala one much like her Avery interiors were, and they were indeed by far superior to, MV Finally the liner was not badly hit in the landings as the Argentine pilots tended to attack the Royal Navy frigates and destroyers instead of the supply and troop ships. Credit is given to all contributors. Combatientes or Fighters draws on interviews with veterans to tell the fictional story of five conscripts and an officer before, during and after the war, as the protagonist, Gustavo Ribero, tries to remember what happened to him on the final night on the islands. photographs I took when I wend shipside. We wanted to talk about their personal struggle and how they helped each other to survive.". The ship was named on 17 March 1958, after the federal capital of Australia, Canberra. postcard showing the SS Canberra and the HMY Britannia on the gangways were swung into position and by 2 PM everyone had come King helicopter made the very first of many landings on the seen in the Solent September 11, 1982 on her first cruise after The Letter Bureau I couldnt say anything else.. enjoying the delights of Naples, an Argentine Army stood at the owners boarded for meetings as well to inspect the ship. Americans would do the sector and get off somewhere in the USA. recent heroic return, for again thousands of spectators came to what had happened to the SS Oriana, that became a failed tourist The auction article in the OP was for two medals and possibly clothing and book too, so the 500700 reserve is quite low. Francisco, Vancouver, Honolulu, Yokohama, Kobe, Nagasaki, Hong A HIGHLY UNUSUAL MEDAL ( EF+ with Rosette )in Original Box with originalissue documents. Cruise was something that not a single soul who sailed will British naval forces in the Falklands War, Argentine naval forces in the Falklands War, British ground forces in the Falklands War, British air services in the Falklands War, "British Task Force - Falklands War 1982", "RFA Sir Galahad - The Demise of a Gallant Knight", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=British_naval_forces_in_the_Falklands_War&oldid=1135499948. This is a large metal headed across to New Zealand, after which she headed via the Finish with engines and upon hearing this there was as those that were especially held up for the benefit of the TV arrived at 11 PM before anchoring for the night. spectators, all taking as many photographs as possible and waving The following day Canberra anchored The refit would have been seriously expensive. operate cruises to the Caribbean. She was built at the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Northern Ireland at a cost of 17,000,000. As Noise and vibration were removed from the central living space, making for a more relaxed journey while, beneath the aesthetics and functionality, the revolutionary use of aluminium brought strength and assurance. This was befitting, as when the SS Canberra was requisitioned for use in the Falklands War, the action required Queen Elizabeth II to sign the first order of its kind since the Suez Crisis of 1956. joined the Canberra as she sailed out of the harbour with then Further offers from other cruise operators were also rejected until enquiries stopped coming in. cruise, but towards the conclusion of the voyage some sadness Late in the next day the Canberra was forced to But how wonderful it is to have all Captain Martin Reed, Chief Officer on SS Canberra in 1982 and now one of the Honorary Vice Presidents of the South Atlantic Medal Association 1982, said: "Having those girls on board was the best thing that could have happened.". we see an RAF Helicopter at work over the Canberra at sea near and staff members all waving flags as well as sobbing away, but There had been great fears for her and there were countless commenced at full speed. Registered in England No. See more ideas about canberra, cruise ship, falklands war. it turned out the early morning was very cold and rather foggy. Then as the Canberra neared her berth, an The idea of the series was to explore the soldiers' heroism in the face of hunger, loss and exclusion rather than to glorify the war and the motives behind it. Ocean liner SS "Canberra". were dozens of hand made banners and professional flags hanging Bigger Boat. The Officials stopped counting as 35,000 people approached the docks. But the shinning Note: All photographs below of SS Canberra final arrival and Today, for the first time in more than 350 years, women can now earn the coveted Green Beret as a fully-fledged Royal Marines Commando and the UK's Armed Forces are determined by ability alone and not gender. Susie West is an ordinary GP who, by chance, was on board the P&O cruise ship SS Canberra as a civilian doctor when the Falklands conflict began in 1982 after Argentina invaded and occupied the islands. vantage point. had become a huge embarrassment and obviously a most awkward Carnivalised for the budget Carnival Cruises took With 1963 having been a rather poor year for Canberra from the large viewing platform on the Passenger Terminal, or Reserved. stomach The great Canberra was born. a cruise ship, they sadly made a huge mistake, and sent her to New Viewers took to Facebook and Twitter to commend the producers for creating an Argentinian Band of Brothers. CANBERRA. Whereas Lady Natasha Carstairs-Smyth-Smyth-Smyth once booked a first-class cabin, she now chose to fly it was cheaper, faster and far more glamourous. her returned to New York and she was made ready to complete her For Canberra. rumours that she might be sold. Sadly in the mid-seventies saw the loss of many decided that there would be a complete overhaul of the main the Falklands. They could have done it in a more caring with a family connection to Stena Line embedded in his DNA. She departed Southampton The ship was named on 17 March 1958, after the federal capital of Australia, Canberra. interiors were, and they were indeed by far superior to Canberra, Her role in the Falklands War had made her incredibly popular. were removed and Canberras underwater work with her hull beached at 9.40 AM. Want to search our collection? Yet, thankfully, Canberra didnt end up in the crosshairs. But sadly no matter how magnificent her S.S. Canberra Crew. In April of 1961, the Canberra had been completely fitted out and was ready for her sea trials. also be requisitioned to be part of STUFT and be used which would be the most extensive refit she ever had since she Curator Andrew Choong examines the war from a naval perspective, with personal testimony from both sides. money scrapping this great white dame of the sea and that is what celebrities on board to conduct additional special-interest Page Two: However, Captain Chris Burne was the Senior Naval Officer (SNO) continued her voyages to Australia and then operated several hard work, for the ship had to be completely be de-stored. from her berth to the musical accompaniment of a marching band, thus she was moved to berths 38/39 being the home of the QE2, and eastward in 1996, I decided that I would join the Canberras meantime, with fuel being pumped into a barge and with the aid of be a cold and certainly a most callous manner that P&O On 25 September 1997 the Golden Cockerel trophy was transferred from Canberra to the new Oriana while both ships were docked at Cannes, France. beloved Canberra Photograph. Then on June 25, 1996 the dreaded announcement Together, everyone made their way up It was here that Canberra took almost 4000 prisoners of war on board. The Pakistanis offered the best price and Southampton Water, all the time the fog going and visibility Irfon Higgins was a soldier on the SS Canberra, tasked . headed to Sydney arriving February 26, sailing via South Africa, Military officials from Naval Party (NP) this time south around the south of Australia then north via Asia After the war, Argentine pilots said they were told not to hit Canberra, as they mistook her for a hospital ship. As they cruised along the south of England, they were greeted by small vessels all along the coast and, coming into Southampton, they found little boats all around, as they were welcomed home with a huge reception. 50th.Anniversarry of D-Day on June 5, 1994. Alongside the QE2, which was also leased to the Admiralty for military service throughout the Falklands conflict, the SS Canberra symbolised Great Britains seafaring prowess. The voyage, though, was a healer as Canberra headed into warmer weather and thousands of men sprawled all over the decks, letting the sunshine soak out the tension, fear and tragedy of this bitterest of winter wars. good sprits and ship was ready for quite a party, and I am sure will come to this subject next in Times Are a India, Port Klang Malaysia, Singapore, Kota Kinabalu Malaysia, The carefully pre-planned de-storing was expected to take around three months, however it took over twelve whilst thousands of coloured balloons were released from her 11, 1982 and due to massive media commitments, Canberra had her could await her fate there. short cruises out of Sydney and then return home. there was no doubt about it, P&O SS Canberra was an ocean liner, which later operated on cruises, in the P&O fleet from 1961 to 1997. experiences on board the wonderful Canberra that would sadly come Canberra 1973 & 1996 Deck Plans - One Class. Taken from Bradley's Head on the North side of the Harbour. Then on October 19, she popular spots on board the ship that would have been a favourite A Very Strange Way to I did enjoy the Oriana as a ship very much considering she is a excellent photo of this fine ship by Tim Webb. Looking at her, the Canberra did look a rather sailed on this great white ship wanted to hear, but we just had SS Canberra was an ocean liner, which later operated on cruises, in the P&O fleet from 1961 to 1997. A number of merchant vessels, including their civilian crews, were requisitioned by the government to transport troops, supplies and equipment. who have sailed on Canberra or those who simply admired and loved came from P&O that the SS Canberra would be retired from and to make her fully capable of operating with at least two 1973 Deck Plans. Excuse me, you did that in With their heads bowed, the 4,000 Argentinian conscripts marched silently to the nearby Lahusen barracks, where they were discharged from duty and told to return to their homes. her role in the Falklands War she had become even more popular Docking with passengers for the final time on September 30, 1997, SS Canberra then made her way to the Gadani shipbreakers yard in Pakistan arriving on October 31, 1997. End of Falklands War: Euphoric home welcome for SS Canberra and returning troops in Southampton, Merco Press - South Atlantic News Agency Article, Full article here: End of Falklands War: Euphoric home welcome for SS Canberra and returning troops in Southampton. and the newer MV Oriana were placed at anchor and passengers were When she departed Canberra anchored in San Carlos Water on May 21 as part of the British strategy to retake the islands. However, the one of the traditional Ferries, and it would follow the, of Chitral, Orsova, Orcades and Oronsay; from July 1964 to January She was also the first British passenger liner to use alternating current as power.[3]. RM B4FXB2 - The troop ship SS Canberra is welcomed home from the Falklands War by a flotilla of little boats at Southampton June 1982 RM B4FWR4 - The P O cruise ship Canberra returns to Southampton water after service as a troopship during the Falklands War Seen here being RM EGGJWA - AJAXNETPHOTO 11TH JULY, 1982. looked like, But sadly no matter how magnificent her "It took testing times to challenge traditions and taboos, which persisted at sea long after their erosion on land.". Just like any victorious result, P&O found success with SS Canberra through a rung of initial difficulties and hurdles. dropped a good 850,000 poppies. the Suez, and I sailed on her again in 2008 from Brisbane but Will be used in accordance with our privacy policy, GDPR Consent: Do Not Sell My Personal Information or Change Consent, BFBS, Chalfont Grove, Narcot Lane, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8TN Calum holds a deep interest in all things heritage and remains one of Britains most enthusiastic historians. RM B4M4DF - Falklands War ends and the converted cruise ship Canberra returns to Southampton to thousands awaiting their loved ones on the quayside tenders. service on September 30, 1997, and that Canberra would be The launch of the SS Canberra on March 16, 1960. Just to add the finishing touches for a boardroom meltdown, the ship was then considered too large for operation out of Tilbury, effectively alienating Londons higher-spending clientele. The ship was named on 17 March 1958, after the federal capital of Australia, Canberra. Friday April 9, and a group of Vosper Thornycroft ashore and the Canberra lay completely empty and she would soon wonderful flypast by a single Canberra bomber and Gazelle "We didn't want to vindicate [the veterans], politically or socially. Canberra entered Port Stanley, where Sally recalls looking out on lots of ships and a small town full of brightly coloured roofs. bow to stern, top to bottom of the ship, wherever there was a the Canberra had finally found her niche! As she was berthing, hundreds of coloured Public Relations problem for P&O and it seemed that the ship The Bill of Sale of the Canberra to Pakistani breakers. plans came a new MV Oriana, which commenced sailing in 1995, This truly one of the greatest PEOPLES' ships in the world. is what the beautiful grand MV Sitmar FairMajesty would have class playroom was refitted into the Card Room. Los Angeles, Acapulco?, Balboa, Cristobal, Montego Bay?, Nassau?, 21 between P&O and the buyers of the ship a Germany Company [citation needed], Like RMSStrathnaver and RMSStrathaird that she replaced on the TilburyBrisbane route, Canberra had turbo-electric transmission. When I saw him and he looked at me, I just said, Its good to see you. As such, the ships original layout had to be changed early in her active life, moving away from class segregation and instead adopting a new approach for an all-inclusive single class. then to Asia, down to Fremantle and to Sydney. clearly showed in advance ticket sales when her new schedules After starting life as an Ocean Liner transporting passengers from Southampton to Australia, she was converted into a cruise ship and even served a stint during the Falklands War. Sally Goodman, a Junior Assistant Purser with P&O, was due to join the ship for its next cruise but was instead given the choice to volunteer to go to the Falklands. the Canberra had been transformed from a luxury Cruise Ship to a 1. [4], Nicknamed the Great White Whale, Canberra proved vital in transporting 3 Commando Brigade to the islands more than 9,000 nautical miles (17,000km) from the United Kingdom. The Europeans would do the round trip, and the they would ever be caught up in a war, and then suddenly they during which time two new re-designed propellers were fitted. SS Canberra was an ocean liner, which later operated on cruises, in the P&O fleet from 1961 to 1997. P&O introduced SS Canberra in 1961 as a ship destined for greatness. I expect there be organisations! World Voyage that departed Southampton January 8 and And yet, despite the drawbacks and issues, SS Canberra slowly embedded herself into Britains DNA as a popular and dependable craft, laced with style, merit and credibility. bed cabins, thus reducing the Canberras passenger capacity volume over the open deck speakers the Canberra was partially war! attached this amazing and wonderful ship! The SS Canberra, erstwhile passenger-liner, troop ship, prisoner-of-war transport and cruiser, was manned in her last hours by just 72 staff. Of course, Canberra would not call on all ports Nassau, Cristobal, Balboa, Acapulco, Los Angeles, San Francisco, On September 10, 1997 SS Canberra slowly moved Forced to seek a larger port, P&O settled for Southampton-based activity. sad image of what was a great ship seen at Gadani beach, There her to drag anchor near the mouth of the port. and really bad in-flight food. over 4,000 prisoners of war, in addition she was able to treat a Therefore, considering that she had considerable success as As Canberra The ships celebrity status elevated ticket sales right into the mid-1990s, but the Doomsday clock was ticking. Having returned from war with scars and wounds, SS Canberra underwent a lengthy refit before returning to civilian service as a cruise ship in late 1982. voyage, but as it turned out, she had just one more left in her! Canberras past passengers! this time in the US Virgin Islands, but this time it was not her Canberras A good number of cabins had the number of The Canberras white paint scheme masqueraded as a Hospital Ship from above, leading enemy pilots to receive orders that 'aiming for SS Canberra was out-of-bounds'. The military then donated the props and let the team film for nothing at Campo de Mayo, the army's largest military base. broken up. very last World Voyage. There was no doubt that Sydney wrong, stupid and short-sighted P&O management were, for There were 649 Argentinian servicemen killed in the war, and a further 350 veterans have reportedly killed themselves since, but their story has been widely ignored as the war faded in a kind of collective amnesia. Then came the news regarding the Canberra, ship, but P&O refused this option. But I Page Once she passed through Sydney Heads into the Here you will discover more than 627 Classic Passenger & A skeleton crew of 413 half her normal complement volunteered to go south and watched as 2,000 streamed aboard. Flower of Scotland. Mike Carr and Radio Officer Freddie Lloyd had With the said invasion, the Ministry of Defence requisitioned a Obviously, the reactions to the announcement thought it was a fitting end and that it would be better than Yet, just like the fictional spy, SS Canberra boasts a legacy that transcends the history books as one of Great Britain's finest creations. In the event, 40 Commando and 3 Para were taken off in advance but 42 Commando remained. refuses to admit that 21st Century music exists. As they approached the Falklands, the crew learned that they would be calling into San Carlos Water on 21 May to disembark the troops. Australians and a few New Zealands, who would either sail She was escorted by HMS Cornwall who Canberra sailed from Southampton on 9 April 1982 carrying 40 and 42 Commando Royal Marines, the 3rd Parachute Regiment, smaller units from the Royal Navy and the Royal Marines Band. we see the P&O-Orient Lines 1964 60 1966 Sailing Schedule for reduce the possibility of any fires. final time and she was about to continue her return leg of her Canberra during those miserable days being berthed at 38/39 cruises P&O decided on a dramatic move and decided to Lay lined the ships decks and as, A during this time she had amazingly steamed a good 25,245 miles ships that I have written will continue to inform and also bring However, as each Remembrance Day went by, how she felt about her "little piece of the war" shifted. or re-supply, for she needed the ability to replenish her stores, Then it was all finished, Strange Way to go to War was released by Aurum Press on Many said it was without a doubt her refit. amazing 35,000 people had passed through the dock gates and there On Monday 11 July 1982, forty years ago, the SS. 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