This month marks the 75th anniversary of Operation Pedestal – popularly known as the Santa Marija Convoy, given the date on which the SS Ohio was towed into port – not only saved Malta from surrender but also arguably turned the tide of World War II in favour of the Allies. The supplies bought Malta roughly 10 more weeks, but the fuel supplies helped ensure that the Malta-based fighter planes would protect ships unloading in future supply operations. These losses helped turn the tide in the region and increasing Allied control in North Africa made supplying Malta an easier task. The exhibition, curated by Jay Jones, tells the story of the Santa Marija Convoy via photographs and maps with accompanying explanations of the historic events. For more information, look up Santa Marija Convoy Exhibition on Facebook.

Source: The North Africa Journal August 16, 2017 04:18 UTC