The SS Sulina was a British cargo ship built in 1890 that had a long and eventful history. Originally named the SS Rennes, it was later renamed the SS Sulina in 1911. The ship was involved in various incidents during its service, including a collision with another vessel in 1915 and being captured by the Germans during World War I. After the war, the SS Sulina was returned to its original owners, the Ellerman Lines, and continued its commercial voyages. In 1932, the ship was sold to new owners in Greece and renamed the SS Efthalia. During World War II, the SS Efthalia was requisitioned by the British government and was involved in transporting supplies for the war effort. In 1941, the ship was attacked and sunk by German aircraft in the Mediterranean Sea. The wreck of the SS Efthalia was discovered in 2003 off the coast of Cyprus, where it remains a popular diving site. Overall, the SS Sulina had a long and storied career, serving various roles and enduring significant challenges throughout its time at sea. Its final fate as the SS Efthalia, sunk during World War II, serves as a reminder of the risks and sacrifices faced by ships and their crews during times of conflict.

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