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British armed merchant cruiser torpedoed by German submarine U-27 on 11 March 1915 in the North Channel, killing 195 of approximately 200 people aboard.
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What happened to the SS Bayano?
The SS Bayano was torpedoed by the German submarine U-27 in the North Channel on March 11, 1915. It sank during the First World War.
How many people died when the SS Bayano sank?
About 195 people were killed. Approximately 200 people were aboard, making the sinking one of the deadliest losses associated with the vessel.
What type of ship was the SS Bayano?
The SS Bayano was a British armed merchant cruiser. It combined a merchant-ship origin with an armed military role during wartime.
Which submarine sank the SS Bayano?
The German submarine U-27 torpedoed the ship. The attack took place in the North Channel on March 11, 1915.
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