On 3rd February 1943, M.V. Inverilen came under attack as part of Convoy HX-224 south of Iceland, killing the Master, 24 crew members, and 6 naval gunners.
Merchant Navy
Chief Officer David Barbour of Islandmagee, Co. Antrim served on Merchant tanker M.V. Inverilen when it came under attack on the morning of 3rd February 1943.
Master Joseph Mann of Islandmagee, Co. Antrim commanded Merchant vessel M.V. Inverilen when the tanker came under attack on the morning of 3rd February 1943.