GALLERY: Images of Australia's worst maritime disaster, the Montevideo Maru shipwreck, have been released three days after the discovery was announced. 9News
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This image identifies certain features of the stern of the wrecked ship, including the missing upper deck.Supplied The features noted on the bow and stern sections of the shipwreck – including a number of holds, the foremast, and bow curve – perfectly matched those on drawings of the Montevideo Maru.Silentworld's director said the discovery of the wreck would hopefully provide closure to victims' families.
"The discovery of the Montevideo Maru closes a terrible chapter in Australian military and maritime history," John Mullen said. "Families waited years for news of their missing loved ones, before learning of the tragic outcome of the sinking."Today, by finding the vessel, we hope to bring closure to the many families devastated by this terrible disaster."
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