German trawler V 103 Sylvia
| History | |
|---|---|
 Nazi Germany | |
| Name | Sylvia |
| General characteristics | |
| Class and type | Converted steamer |
| Tonnage | 1049 grt |
V 103 Sylvia was a German steamer which was converted into a Vorpostenboot for the Kriegsmarine during World War II.[1] The ship participated in the German invasion of Denmark in April 1940, escorting the steamer Rugard and tugs Monsun and Passat alongside V 102 Cressida and several minesweepers. The group landed three companies of the 170th Infantry Division at Middlefart.[2]
References
- ^ "Stichting Maritiem Historische Data - Schip". www.marhisdata.nl. Retrieved 2020-03-05.
- ^ "Norwegian Campaign, Battles of Narvik, April 1940". www.naval-history.net. Retrieved 2020-10-21.