Kungsholm ocean liner Captain John Nordlander rescues British freighter Argobeam crew near the Hebrides Islands off Scot

Kungsholm ocean liner Captain John Nordlander rescues British freighter Argobeam crew near the Hebrides Islands off Scot

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Geography, History, Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video recounts the dramatic rescue of the British freighter Argobeam, stranded in the North Atlantic. The Swedish liner Kungsholm responded to the SOS, braving 25-foot waves to rescue 29 crew members. Despite the Argobeam's engines being dead and the ship abandoned, Captain John Nordlander led a successful rescue operation. The Argobeam was later towed safely to the Hebrides, highlighting the bravery and seamanship of the rescuers.

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