In readiness for the Docu-drama ‘The Sinking of the Laconia, due to hit our screens later this week, here are a few interesting links I have found about the programme, the ship and the incident.
BBC webpage
Wikipedia entry
Internet Movie Database
Guardian interview with writer Alan Bleasdale
Suite101 page
BBC press pack with interviews and more
Interviews with the main characters
Werner Hartenstein (U-Boat Captain)
U-Boat.net page
Hopefully on Tuesday or Wednesday I will give you some insight into my personal connection with the Laconia, by sharing my Great-Uncle Tommy’s story.
Related Articles
- The Laconia Incident (neatorama.com)
- In from the cold: Alan Bleasdale on his return to television after a decade in the wilderness (independent.co.uk)
Daly History Blog 