Comment Comment by metaphor The article claims it was three miles to shore, not less than one:> This course kept the Birkenhead within approximately three miles of the coast, maintaining a speed of approximately 8 knots.> One young officer did manage the three mile swim to the shore where he emerged to find his own horse standing waiting for him. parent metaphor 2 years ago
> This course kept the Birkenhead within approximately three miles of the coast, maintaining a speed of approximately 8 knots.
> One young officer did manage the three mile swim to the shore where he emerged to find his own horse standing waiting for him.