The Whirlwind

Tag: S.S.Morea

  • Madame Cama Too Late for Savarkar’s Rescue

    Madame Cama Too Late for Savarkar’s Rescue

    The dramatic escape of Vinayak Damodar (Veer) Savarkar at the port of Marseilles in July 1910 remains one of the most notable episodes of India’s revolutionary struggle. Under strict British custody, Savarkar attempted a daring flight through the porthole of the docked S.S. Morea, swimming  through the harbor waters to set foot on French soil.…

  • Savarkar’s ‘Betrayal’ on French Soil

    Savarkar’s ‘Betrayal’ on French Soil

    In July 1910, Vinayak Damodar (Veer) Savarkar attempted one of the most discussed escapes in the history of anti-colonial struggles. After leaping through a porthole of the British steamer S.S. Morea as it docked at Marseilles, he swam ashore and set foot on French soil – intending to claim political asylum. The Irregular Handover of…

  • Savarkar’s Escape Attempt at Marseilles

    Savarkar’s Escape Attempt at Marseilles

    Vinayak Damodar (Veer) Savarkar’s escape attempt at the French port of Marseilles on July 8, 1910, remains one of the most daring and dramatic episodes in the history of Indian freedom fighters in Europe. Years later, in his final press interview, Savarkar himself described it as the most memorable event of his life. What unfolded…

  • Savarkar’s Transfer to the S.S. Morea (1910)

    Savarkar’s Transfer to the S.S. Morea (1910)

    On 1 July 1910, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was removed from Brixton Prison under the heaviest of guards. His fate had been sealed: the British authorities had resolved to send him back to India to face trial in connection with revolutionary activities and the Nasik Conspiracy Case. For this purpose, he was placed aboard the French…