HMHS Anglia was a British hospital ship that served during World War I. The ship was originally built as a passenger vessel in 1900 and was later requisitioned by the British government for use as a hospital ship in 1915. On November 17, 1915, while transporting wounded soldiers from France to England, the Anglia struck a mine near Folkestone, resulting in the deaths of 164 individuals, including medical staff, wounded soldiers, and crew members. The sinking of the Anglia was one of the first instances of a hospital ship being lost due to enemy action during the war. The ship's sinking led to changes in the marking and lighting of hospital ships to prevent future tragedies. The sinking of the Anglia also raised questions about the use of hospital ships in wartime and the safety of those on board. The ship remains a poignant reminder of the risks and sacrifices made by medical personnel and wounded soldiers during World War I.

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