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Coronel, Chile |
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A memorial to all those who perished in the Battle
of Coronel can be found in the 21st May Plaza, Coronel, Chile. Erected
in 1989, the dedication plaque reads ‘In memory of the 1418
officers and sailors of the British military squadron and their Commander-in-Chief,
Rear Admiral Sir Christopher Cradock, who sacrificed their lives in
the Naval Battle of Coronel. Their only tomb is the sea.’ |
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The above photopgraphs were taken by Tristan McGrath (Great Great
Nephew of Michael John McGrath, 211640, Able Seaman, Royal Navy, HMS
Monmouth) |
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