CAPTURE OF U110

As this motion is using historical data, we may not have the record of the original ordering, in which case signatories are listed alphabetically.

This is an amendment to an existing motion

This motion was originally tabled by Mr Paul Truswell on 02 March 1999. This is amendment number 1.

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at end add 'and trusts that representations can still be made to the American film producers to include a cameo role for former Royal Navy Sub-Lieutenant David Balme DSC, who resides in the New Forest East Constituency, who led the boarding party from HMS 'Bulldog' onto the U110 and who personally seized the Enigma.'.

Original motion text

That this House condemns the plans of Universal Studios to portray the capture of the U110 in 1941 as an American success; notes that the engagement led to the recovery of an Enigma machine and code book, thereby enabling Bletchley Park staff to break the German Navy code and turn the tide in the Battle of the Atlantic; recognises the vital role of the corvette HMS 'Aubretia', whose depth charge attack forced the U110 to the surface, and appreciates the pride of the people of Horsforth who raised ú241,000 to fund the ship; further recognises the role of the destroyer HMS 'Bulldog', whose crew members recovered the Enigma machine and key; and notes that this historic engagement, described by King George VI as the most important naval action of the war, took place before the United States entered the conflict.

The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.

EDM (Early Day Motion) 378A1: tabled on 03 March 1999

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Signatures (24)