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Operation Albumen - The Escape from Crete - WWII
Passengers and Chaperones. Photograph taken by Colonel David Sutherland of SBS and SAS, was part of a 12-man Special Boat Service unit which made a daring raid on the occupied Greek island of Rhodes. Sutherland then took part in Operation Albumen on Crete, when 29 German aircraft were destroyed for the loss of one officer, and afterwards escaped with several Cretans who feared German reprisals (pictured here during the escape on the 10-ton motor-boat The Porcupine ). Date: 1942
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1942 Aegean Colonel Escape Escaping Forces Mediterranean Operation Passengers Special Sutherland Albumen Chaperones
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of bravery and determination during the chaotic aftermath of the Battle of Crete in World War II. Taken by Colonel David Sutherland, a member of the British Special Boat Service (SBS) and Special Air Service (SAS), the image shows passengers and chaperones making their daring escape on the 10-ton motor-boat The Porcupine. Col. Sutherland had previously taken part in a daring raid on the occupied Greek island of Rhodes and later participated in Operation Albumen, a successful mission that saw 29 German aircraft destroyed for the loss of only one officer. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the war, this photograph offers a glimpse into the courage and resilience of those involved. The women and children on board, along with their chaperones, are a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the importance of protection and safety. The Aegean Sea, dotted with the wreckage of war, serves as a backdrop to their escape, highlighting the tenuous nature of their journey and the precarious balance between survival and danger. Colonel David Sutherland's photograph is a testament to the incredible stories of valor and sacrifice that unfolded during the Second World War. It is a powerful reminder of the human spirit and the lengths to which people will go to protect their loved ones and secure a future in the face of adversity.
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