description HMHS Anglia Overview
HMHS Anglia was a British hospital ship sunk by a German mine in the English Channel on November 17, 1915, during the First World War. Originally a passenger vessel of the London and North Western Railway, she had been requisitioned and converted for medical service, transporting wounded soldiers from the Western Front. The sinking, which occurred near Folkestone, resulted in the deaths of over 130 people, including patients and medical staff.
help HMHS Anglia FAQ
What was HMHS Anglia before it became a hospital ship?
She was a passenger steamer built by William Denny and Brothers for the London and North Western Railway, serving the Holyhead to Dublin route from 1900. The Admiralty requisitioned and refitted her for hospital service during World War I. [Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales](https://rcahmw.gov.uk/hospital-ship-with-strong-links-to-holyhead-now-given-legal-protection/)
When and how was HMHS Anglia sunk?
A German mine sank HMHS Anglia near Folkestone in the English Channel on 17 November 1915 while she was returning from France to England. Nearby vessels responded to the disaster and rescued survivors. [Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales](https://rcahmw.gov.uk/hospital-ship-with-strong-links-to-holyhead-now-given-legal-protection/)
How many people were aboard HMHS Anglia?
Heritage records describe 390 wounded soldiers on board, along with medical staff and a crew of 56. Historical accounts differ on the exact death toll, so those passenger and crew figures are safer fixed facts. [Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales](https://rcahmw.gov.uk/hospital-ship-with-strong-links-to-holyhead-now-given-legal-protection/)
Is the HMHS Anglia wreck protected?
Yes, the wreck was designated a protected military wreck under the Protection of Military Remains Act 1986 in March 2017. Divers may explore the site under the rules, but they cannot touch or remove objects or human remains. [Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales](https://rcahmw.gov.uk/hospital-ship-with-strong-links-to-holyhead-now-given-legal-protection/)
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
