RORC Talk with Blake Simms Strike Hard
Published 22:10 on 5 Feb 2025
MARK YOUR CALENDARS for a captivating lecture with longstanding Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) member, Blake Simms. Blake will dive into the wartime history of HMS Hurricane, commanded by his father, Commander Hugh Crofton Simms, DSO., RN. Listen to stories of daring rescues, including the saving of nearly 1,000 souls from evacuation liners, troop ships, and merchant vessels.
The presentation will feature original naval reports, photographs, action documents, and press cuttings, all on display. Blake will be presenting the Bridge Bell from HMS Hurricane to the RORC Cowes Clubhouse, inviting attendees to 'Strike Hard', being the ship's original motto as chosen by his father.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, 1st March
- Location: RORC Cowes Clubhouse, The Parade, Cowes, Isle of Wight
To reserve your place and book a table for dinner, visit the following link: Register for the Talk and Dinner
For queries, please contact the RORC team at eventscowes@rorc.org or call +44 (0)1983 293581, or feel free to contact Blake on (01983) 281106