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Corvette Port Arthur

Name: Corvette Port Arthur
Released: Dec. 03 2008, 13:45
Duration: 21 min

1943 | 21 min

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This short documentary examines the role of convoy ships during World War II, focusing on the Corvette Port Arthur. The corvette, a highly mobile weapon of destruction, is used to combat German U-boats and escort convoys through the Atlantic Ocean. Following the corvette through an encounter with an enemy submarine, the film offers a glimpse into a day in the life of the Royal Canadian Navy.

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