On August 19 1941, 21 Wrens including 12 based in Scarborough died when the ship they were on, SS Aguila, was torpedoed by a U-boat.
A memorial service took place on Sunday afternoon on Vincent Pier at a memorial bench dedicated to the Wrens, where veterans and service personnel paid their respects.
1. Wrens 80th Anniversary
The commemorative bench on Vincent Pier. Photo: Richard Ponter
2. Wrens 80th Anniversary
Scarborough Wrens 80th anniversary service on Vincent Pier. Photo: Richard Ponter
3. Wrens 80th Anniversary
The memorial service takes place on the pier. Photo: Richard Ponter
4. Wrens 80th Anniversary
During the service. Photo: Richard Ponter