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RAF Beaufort Strike Damages Lützow Off Norway in 1941
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RAF Beaufort Strike Damages Lützow Off Norway in 1941

On 12 June 1941, an RAF Beaufort torpedo strike damaged Lützow off Norway, putting the German ship out of action for months.

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On 12 June 1941, an RAF Beaufort torpedo strike damaged Lützow off Norway, putting the German ship out of action for months.
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