Witness History: Archive 2012 - The Zeebrugge disaster

The Zeebrugge disaster

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It is 25 years since a car ferry capsized outside the Belgian port.

One hundred and ninety-three people died in the disaster - which happened because the vessel set off with its bow doors still open.

We hear from two survivors of that day.

Photo: Press Association

Published on Tuesday, 6th March 2012.

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