The Germans and Italians tried with all their might to pound Malta into submission throughout the war. The people on the island suffered mightily through incredibly poor conditions on the verge of starvation as the British and US Navy fought through with the convoys of supplies that were Malta’s lifeline. Some of the convoys barely had any ships left by the time they arrived through the enemy bombing and U boat attacks. Even those that made port in Malta weren’t unscathed. Some needed to be hastily unloaded as they were literally sinking alongside the piers ! An amazing struggle taken up by many to ensure the continued existence of the island which had taken on more of a strategic importance than most had ever considered. Thanks for sharing your vacation Bro, brings back memories for this old salt for sure !

@bardstables8909

2 ай бұрын

My pleasure brother skip. It was a great place to visit and I'd gladly go back to see more. As you alluded to, Malta played a huge role in the war. I'm glad I got to see at least part of it.

@skipgumphrey9579

2 ай бұрын

Definitely a great place to see ! For awhile there I’d spent so much time in “the Med” that I’d not have been super excited to go back, but I’d enjoy it nowadays for sure ;)

@bardstables8909

2 ай бұрын

@skipgumphrey9579 I'd like to go back again some day. After I retire though so I could spend more time exploring.