U.S. shipwreck, laden with World War II munitions, is a time bomb near London
- Posted on October 4, 2026
- By Washington Post
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In brief
The SS Richard Montgomery remains a critical maritime hazard in the Thames estuary near London, decades after sinking in 1944 with approximately 1,500 tons of unexploded ordnance aboard. Salvage operations continue to assess and stabilize this World War II vessel, which poses a significant risk to modern shipping and coastal communities. The ongoing effort represents one of Europe's most dangerous environmental remediation projects.
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U.S. shipwreck, laden with World War II munitions, is a time bomb near London
A salvage crew has been working to stabilize the SS Richard Montgomery, which sank a few months after D-Day in 1944, with 1,500 tons of explosives in her holds.
