15 Dec 1941, Lt. L D KILBEE HKRNVR WAR DIARY Dec 1941

Some sad news this morning. “Thracian" ran aground during the night and damaged her stern - necessitating docking. They are preparing to move her into the dock here at Aberdeen.

Still waiting patiently for No. 11 to come off the slip - this waiting is most annoying. She may be off this evening l am told.

I don’t like the idea  of  "Thracian"  coming  here  -  The  enemy are  bound  to  blitz   the dock as soon   as they have spotted  her.  I wish they would get a move on with No. 11, the sooner I get fixed  up and away the better.

Went onboard "Thracian" after dark and had a couple of drinks.

All seem very fed up - and expect a few bombs around tomorrow. Turned in early but spent a restless night.