MS Hans Hedtoft Sinks After Iceberg Collision, 95 Dead, January 30, 1959
MS Hans Hedtoft, specifically designed to operate in icebound seas, strikes an iceberg on her maiden voyage and sinks, killing all 95 aboard.
Date: January 30, 1959
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