25th November

25th November 1945 saw the beginning of Operation Deadlight, a Royal Navy effort that saw many Kriegsmarine U-Boats scuttled off the north-west Irish coast.

The surrender of German U-Boats and Operation Deadlight at Lisahally, Co. Londonderry

The surrender of German U-Boats and Operation Deadlight at Lisahally, Co. Londonderry

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14th May 2018

On Monday 14th May 1945, the first defeated German U-boats sailed into Lisahally, Co. Londonderry, surrendering to Admiral Sir Max Horton.

The Duke of Kent visits Northern Ireland

The Duke of Kent visits Northern Ireland

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24th November 2019

The Duke of Kent made a Royal visit to Northern Ireland between 24th November 1941 and 29th November 1941. He inspected troops and met locals on his trip.