19th May 1923
Separatists try to coup against the local government in Trier, Ruhr area, Germany. The uprising is put down by the german police, civilians and local militias. The goal of the Separatists was to form a new „rhine republic“ and install a french puppet government.
Ship Losses:
Maggie Marshall (United Kingdom) The salvage vessel was wrecked at St. Esprit, Nova Scotia, Canada whilst going to the aid of
Cymric Queen ( United Kingdom).