first ship loss since World War II

New Zealand Navy Faces Historic Loss As HMNZS Manawanui Naval Ship Sinks In Samoa

About the Ship and Incident The New Zealand Navy has reported the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui, marking its first ship loss since World War II. The specialized dive and hydrographic vessel sank on a reef off the coast of Samoa on Sunday, following a loss of power while conducting...