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• Introduction

• The attack

• The result

The result

This was a spectacular result for Trenchant, but more importantly it removed the only Japanese heavy cruiser in that area. She had been in the process of transporting thousands of Japanese troops to Singapore on what was the eve of the Australian landings on Borneo, and it potentially saved many Allied lives. The submarine's Commanding Officer, Commander Arthur Hezlet, received the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) for his role in the attack.

Jolly Roger of HMS Trenchant (RNSM)