1954 Press Photo Russian cargo ship ''Helogstrov''

Russian cargo ship prepares to leave London bu is ''arrested'' expelled diplomats may be aboard.: The Russian passenger cargo ship ''Helogstrov'' which arrived at the Surrey Commercial Docks earlier this week prepared to leave again today with aboard it is thought the two Russian Attaches who have been ''Expelled'' for Spying. The vessel was ''Arrested'' by an Admiralty Marshal's Officers who went aboard and fixed a warrant to the ship's mast. It was issued on behalf of the Owners of the Dutch steamer ''Marvic'' (500 tons) in respect of damage in a collision with the Russian ship in Kiel Canal in Oct 1952. Photo shows Russian sailors seen as they take luggage aboard the Soviet Ship at the Surrey Commercial Docks this morning.

Photo measures 10 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 05-05-1954.

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