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Scuttling of the German fleet in Scapa Flow

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Scuttling of the German fleet in Scapa Flow, Naval graveyard in the United Kingdom

Name: scuttling of the German fleet in Scapa Flow
Address: GB

The scuttling of the German fleet at Scapa Flow was a dramatic event in naval history.

On 21 June 1919, German Admiral Ludwig von Reuter ordered the sinking of his own fleet.

Scapa Flow is an iconic underwater site, attracting divers and history enthusiasts alike.

Visitors can explore this historic site through organized diving expeditions.

It represents one of the largest intentional sinkings of ships in history.

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