In 1946, after the end of WW2 the Isle Of Thanet returned to its pre war civilian role of a Cross channel ferry on the Newhaven to Dieppe route. In 1947 it was transferred to Dover where it …

SS Isle of Thanet [digital copy] : Summary of service, 1939-1945 This media is not currently available online. Contact the Image and Film Licensing team about access

Mar 3, 2022 · 3/9/39 Isle of Thanet left Southampton at 0045 with British servicemen. 9/9/39 movement of bed begins from Southampton and Bristol Channel ports to Cherbourg, Brest, St …

105 rows · British Railways operated a number of ships from its formation in 1948 on a variety of routes. Many ships were acquired on nationalisation, and others were built for operation by …

4 Steam turbines SR geared to two screw shafts. Built for Dover-Calais service.

Fixed to a wall on a stairwell. Inscription legible? This memorial is not currently listed. Find out how to nominate this memorial for inclusion on the National Heritage List for England. This …

Built by Wm Denny Bros in 1925 for the Folkestone-Boulogne service, the Isle of Thanet has accommodation for 1400 passengers. She has a speed of 21 knots and is of 2700 gross tons …

About the memorial: A five sided wooden board with the frame stained a darker colour. At the top of the frame a badge carved in relief with the letters S.R.. On the plain board the inscription is …