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Flotilla of Norwegian vessels preparing for historic return to Shetland

Flotilla of Norwegian vessels preparing for historic return to Shetland
A flotilla of Norwegian vessels with links to daring North Sea wartime missions to Shetland is preparing for a poignant return to Scottish waters. Here's all you need to know and where to see them

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