Ships hit during WWI

Kalibia

NameKalibia
TypeSteamer
GRT4,930 tons
Country  British
Built1902
BuilderScott & Co., Greenock
OperatorClyde Shipping Co., Ltd., Glasgow
History

U-boat attacks on Steamer Kalibia


DateU-boatLoss typePositionLocationRouteCargoCasualties
130 Nov 1917UB 80 (Max Viebeg)SunkTorpedoed 29 miles SW of the Lizard
49° 31'N, 5° 32'W
Norfolk - Bordeaux
steel billets
25

Kalibia sailed from Hampton Roads on 8 November 1917 but gradually fell behind in order to avoid structural damage due to bad weather and the nature of the cargo. She put into Falmouth and was sailing in a Mounts Bay - Brest convoy when lost.

Position of attack on Kalibia


If you can help us with any additional information on this vessel then please contact us.

Return to WWI Ships Attacked main page