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HMS Albion (2003) LPD (9th) |
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This the ninth ship to bear the name Albion is the first of a new class of
Landing Platform Docks, and entered service in 2003. Built by BAE Systems at Barrow-in-Furness, laid down 23-May-1988, launched 09- Mar-2001 and commissioned 19-Jun-2003. Took part in the Trafalgar 200 Fleet Review. Following the early decommissioning of HMS Ark Royal took over the role of Fleet Flagship of the Royal Navy on 03-Dec-2010. She is affiliated to the City of Chester. The ship's motto is "Boldly Faithfully Happily". In service Apr-2011.
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