Thesaurus Term/Concept: CASUALTY CLEARING SHIP
| Identifier | 141858 |
|---|---|
| Class | MARITIME CRAFT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | "Transport vessel used for the repatriation of wounded troops, particularly during the First World War. Loosely described as hospital ships, these ships were distinct from hospital ships proper by being defensively armed." |