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Model of HMS Upholder (P37)
Model of HMS Upholder (P37)
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Model of HMS Upholder (P37)

Period20th century
Classification(s)
Object TypeShip Model; Exhibition Model
Registration NumberMMM 001246
DescriptionThe most successful Allied submarine in the Mediterranean. In December 1940, this U-class submarine was attached to the 10th Submarine Flotilla based at Manoel Island (Malta). It completed 24 patrols sinking 93,031 tons of enemy shipping.
Material
Wood; Paint
Dimensions118cmScale
1:48
Curatorial RemarksRemark on verso of Inventory Card "H.M.S. Upholder formed part of the 10th submarine flotilla based at Malta during W.W.II".
Alternate ID Numbers
  • Inventory Card: 20509-10
  • Register Book Number: 1275
  • HM Object Number: 83746
Public Access
On view
Location
  •   Malta Maritime Museum, Third Floor