Battle in Korean Straits Signals Japanese Victory Claims
Reports from Washington state naval clash in Straits of Korea near Island of Oki. Japanese reportedly sank Russian battleships Orel and Borodino plus a repair ship, while other ships damaged. Details vary as to full fleet participation amid fog and limited official confirmation.
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Russians Engage Japanese Near Korea Straits
The Times reports Rojestvensky’s squadron neared Tsu island in calm seas on Saturday morning, with battle beginning between 2 and 8 pm. Dispatches note a night effort to force the Korea straits, heavy firing around 9:30 to 10:20, and a Russian vessel returning to Kinchou after a collision.
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Japanese Victory Report From Korea Straits Sinks Russian Fleet
Washington cable reports Admiral Togo claiming a great victory in the Straits of Korea. Japanese sources state one Borodino class battleship sunk and several large vessels damaged while major Russian ships were sunk or captured. Minister Takahira notes annihilation of the Russian fleet and awaits full details.
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Naval battle gloom from Vladivostok reports
From St Petersburg and London dispatches on May 29 observers describe a dire mood amid reports of Russian losses in the Far East. The fate of Admiral Rozestvensky’s fleet, possible divisions at the Korea Straits, and Tokyo’s silence heighten anxiety awaiting confirmation.
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