US and Philippine Forces Cancel Ship-Sinking Drill After World War II-Era Target Prematurely Sinks

US and Philippine Forces Cancel Ship-Sinking Drill After World War II-Era Target Prematurely Sinks

A World War II-era Philippine navy ship to be used as a target in a combat exercise by American and the Philippine forces accidentally sank hours before the mock assault, prompting the drill to be cancelled, U.S. and Philippine military officials said.

WWII-era ship sinks before it can be sunk as target practice in U.S.-Philippine drills

The ship was scheduled to go out in a blaze of glory as a target ship during joint military exercises. The 80-year-old vessel, however, would not quite make its own funeral.

US, Philippines cancel ship-sinking drill after target prematurely sinks

A World War II-era Philippine navy ship to be used as a target in a combat exercise by American and the Philippine forces accidentally sank hours before the mock assault, prompting the drill to be cancelled