Exhibition – Waterford Shipping Disaster 1917

August 14, 2024 to August 31, 2024

Exhibition – Waterford Shipping Disaster 1917

The Waterford Shipping Disaster 1917 resulted in the complete loss of the crews and passengers of two ships, the SS Formby and the SS Coningbeg and had a death toll of 83 people. This loss of life was the tragic outcome of the battle for the seas in the First World War. View the exhibition during library opening hours from 14 – 31 August.

Date: 14 August – 31 August
Time: During Library Opening Hours
Venue: Index Gallery, Central Library

Free Event – Booking Not Required

Contact Central Library on 051 849975 or centrallibrary@waterfordcouncil.ie for further information.

This event is part of Waterford Libraries Heritage Week 2024 programme of events.

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