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4 January 1918 - Adeline Lumley
12 minutes Posted Jan 4, 2018 at 12:15 pm.
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On this day in 1918, the SS Birtley was sunk returning from Dunkirk, losing 18 crew, and in Tynemouth, old friends arrive seeking safety.

Written by Katie Hims

Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.