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HMS Anson (1942) BB (7th) |
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This HMS Anson, the seventh to carry the name was a King George V
Class battleship.
Built Swan Hunter Shipbuilders, laid down in Jul-1937, launched 24-Feb-1940 and completed in Jun-1942. She was originally named HMS Jellicoe, but renamed Feb-1940. On joining the Home Fleet she was engaged mainly in operations in support of Russian convoys. In March-1945 was sent to the Far East Fleet and took part in the re-occupation of Singapore. Remained in the Far East until July-1946. returned to the UK for a short refit. Then took up training duties. Scrapped 17-Dec-1957 at Faslane. Won the Battle Honour: Arctic 1942-43.
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08 September, 2012.
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