On December the 10th 1941 the HMS Repulse was bombarded by Japanese air fire when sailing up the Malaysian Coast.

The ship's company came under heavy enemy fire - many were killed or injured. Dr Cavanagh, from Derry, who also lost his life worked tirelessly to help those in distress.

HMS Repulse

Tommy Burns from Steelstown was on that ship and survived but that day has lived in his memory - Listen to Tommy tell his story.

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