The MV Arctic was a British cargo ship that served during World War II. Originally built in 1927, it was requisitioned by the British government in 1939 for war duties. The ship was primarily used for transporting supplies and troops during the conflict. In 1942, while on a voyage from New York to Liverpool, the MV Arctic was hit by a torpedo from a German U-boat and sank off the coast of Newfoundland. The attack resulted in the loss of over 30 crew members and passengers. The sinking of the MV Arctic was one of the deadliest maritime disasters of World War II involving a British registered ship. The ship's wreck was discovered in 2017 by a team of explorers using sonar technology. The discovery provided closure to the families of those who lost their lives on board the MV Arctic. The ship remains a significant part of maritime history, serving as a reminder of the dangers faced by merchant vessels during wartime.

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