The shocking turn of events that saw HMS Trinidad torpedo itself

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In short: On March 29, 1942, a desperate battle at sea led to a startling accident for the light cruiser HMS Trinidad.

This video explores the chaotic circumstances involving weather, sea conditions, and combat that caused the HMS Trinidad to suffer a self-inflicted torpedo strike during a high seas battle.

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