The "IRO" WWII Wreck Palau

History

The IRO was built in 1922 and is 470 feet long; she was a fleet oilier and supplier. On 22 March 1944 on her way from Truck Lagoon to Palau, a torpedo from the USS Tunny hit her. The IRO's bow section was damaged and she limped to Palau for repairs. On 30 March 1944 IRO was attacked from the air during operation Desecrate One. A blow  to her engine room finally brought IRO to her demise and she sank upright in 120 feet / 40 meters of water. This wreck was rediscovered by Palau's Francis Toribiong and his very good friend Klaus Lindemann from Germany.

               

               

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This is Palau Escape’s first attempt of blogging..  Not sure how I’m supposed to get this started and I think it’s like a diary of sorts but, people get to answer back to you or ask questions.. I think.. Anyways We will be posting Blogs on the daily happenings here on the beautiful island of Palau..💀

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