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Roland Morillot

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Roland Morillot (1885 – 29 December 1915) was a French naval officer and hero of the early age of submarines. He was the brother of painter Octave Morillot.

Career

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The Monge

Morillot captained the French submarine Monge when she was sunk by SMS Helgoland on the night of 28–29 December 1915. He ordered the ship evacuated and sank with her as he made certain that his men escaped to safety. The entire crew was saved, except Morillot and two non-commissioned officers.[1][2]

Honours

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Three submarines were named in his honour.

References

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  1. ^ "French Submarine's End". The Guardian. Paris. 13 March 1918. p. 8. Retrieved 7 February 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. ^ Chack, Paul (1 February 1930). "'Marsellaise' Sung by Trapped Sailors". Minneapolis Star. p. 50. Retrieved 7 February 2020 – via Newspapers.com.