The Iolaire (Scottish Gaelic for Eagle) was an Admiralty yacht whose sinking on the 1 January 1919 in the Minch strait was one of the worst maritime disasters in United Kingdom waters during the 20th century. At least 205 men perished of the 280 aboard. Note on the name: whilst the word "iolaire" in Lewis Gaelic's, varying slightly according to dialect, the English-speaking crew used a spelling pronunciation of, and this was adopted by Gaelic-speakers as its name. History The Iolaire was carr… (More on Iolaire)