THE "AMELIA LAURO."

(1940) 68 Ll L Rep 12

ADMIRALTY DIVISION.

Before Mr. Justice Langton, sitting with Captain A. H. Ryley and Captain R. L. F. Hubbard, Elder Brethren of Trinity House.

Salvage-War-Services rendered by tugs, pilot and naval personnel to Italian steamship Amelia Lauro in North Sea - Vessel bombed by German aircraft, set on fire and abandoned by crew - Fire got under control -Furnaces lighted, steam raised and pumps started - Towage to safe anchorage - Danger from mines- "Standing by" services of pilot- -Remooring after dragging-Salved values: £75,255-Awards: Tugs, £8000; naval personnel, £550; pilot, £50.