Battle of Skerki Bank (1942 AD)

Battle of Skerki Bank (Side A vs | Germany) took place in 1942 AD during Battle of the Mediterranean.

Battle facts

• Year: 1942 AD
• Date: 1942-12-02
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Battle of the Mediterranean
• Side B: | Germany
• Commanders (A): Cecil Harcourt
• Commanders (B): Aldo Cocchia
• Casualties: approx. Splinter damagekilled|1 destroyer sunk|1 destroyer damaged|2 torpedo boats damaged|2 troopships sunk|1 ferry sunk|1 motor raft sunk
• Outcome: British victory
• Coordinates: 37.753°, 10.953°

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