RELATIVES of DLI men killed in a Second World War friendly fire tragedy are being invited to the unveiling of a memorial to them.
Forty-four men, captured during the North Africa campaign, died in November 1942 on the SS Scillin.
They were among 810 prisoners being taken to captivity in Italy when it was destroyed by the submarine HMS Sahib.
A tree will be planted and a plaque unveiled dedicated to more than 2,000 British and Commonwealth troops who died in the sinkings.
The ceremony will take place at the National Arboretum at Alrewas, near Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, on Tuesday, May 13.
Brian Sims and another victim's son, Ron Graham, are organising and paying for the memorial.
For more information call Mr Graham on (01380) 727445
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