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May 1, 2022 · On 4 May 1982, during the Falklands war, the Royal Navy warship HMS Sheffield was struck by an Argentine missile, and later sank on 10 May. | ITV News Calendar.
- Something Wrong with Our Bloody Ships
- Accusations
- In Keeping with History
- Aftermath
- Responsibility Starts at The Top
In 1982 the RN was primarily an anti-submarine navy, much of its institutional focus was on the threat posed by the Soviets and in particular their submarines. The RN did, however, still regularly deploy outside of the NATO areas, HMS Sheffield had just spent 6 months in the Persian Gulf when she was sent to the Falklands. The ASW focus had resulte...
The BOI implied that despite the inadequacy of the ship’s equipment, Sheffield could have saved herself by being better prepared. It is clear the operations room was not functioning well when the missile was detected, 30 seconds before impact, but part of this was unfortunate timing. The Captain was resting in his cabin at the time and “The anti-ai...
Conflicts throughout history are littered with examples of mistakes, particularly at the start of hostilities. The loss of HMS Sheffield was a horrible shock to the RN and was news around the world. But lessons were learned and procedures are changed rapidly. The painful experience gained probably saved others, it was no coincidence that later in t...
Admiral John Fieldhouse who commanded the Taskforce from Northwood and later became First Sea Lord, decided not to court-martial officers on Sheffield who were implicated by the board of enquiry. Fieldhouse was noted for his humanity and was one of the most outstanding officers the RN has had since WWII. There are those who would like to portray th...
The Falklands War was ultimately a triumph for Mrs Thatcher, standing against tyranny and holding her nerve while others would have given in. However, it could be argued that it was the actions of her government that created the conditions for the war in the first place. John Nott’s 1981 Defence white paper planned to axe the South Atlantic Patrol ...
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Oct 29, 2020 · Fascinating unseen photos show aftermath of Sheffield bombings in World War Two. In 1940, Sheffield was one of the Allies' most important cities producing steel and armaments. For Hitler and his Luftwaffe (air force) it was a key target and the city suffered three nights of devastating bombing between December 12 and 15.
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Apr 3, 2022 · 3 April 2022. Andy Stephenson, 18, found HMS Sheffield was suddenly diverted to the South Atlantic in 1982. It was April 1982, and the crew of Royal Navy destroyer HMS Sheffield was heading...
May 4, 2022 · A memorial to mark the 40th anniversary of the deadly attack on a Royal Navy destroyer during the Falklands War has been unveiled. HMS Sheffield was hit by an Argentine missile on 4 May 1982 ...
Apr 7, 2024 · 7 April 2024. By Hayley Coyle,BBC News. Martin naylor. The plaque marks the biggest loss of life in Sheffield during World War Two. A blue plaque has been unveiled at a former hotel in...
Mar 16, 2024 · On Saturday Colin Ross, Lord Mayor of Sheffield, laid a wreath for the flood victims at Sheffield general cemetery. A weekend of events is taking place to remember those who died and the damage...
