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HMS Arrogant (1898) CC (5th) |
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This the fifth ship to carry the name HMS Arrogant was the
name ship of a class of four 2nd Class, Protected Cruisers. Built at Devonport Dockyard, laid down 10-Jun-1895, launched 26-May-1896, and completed 27-Jan-1898. On completion served with the Channel Squadron 189801901. Re-armed with a uniform battery of 6in guns 1902-03. Then went to the Mediterranean 1903-05. Attached to the Atlantic Battle Squadron 1905-09. Joined the 3rd Fleet at Devonport 1910. Converted to a Submarine Depot Ship at Devonport 1910-11 and served in this role at Portsmouth 1911-14 and Dover 1914-18. Also used as the Base Flagship, Dover Patrol 1815-18. Listed for disposal 1919 but later used as an accommodation ship for Submarine School, Portsmouth. Sold 1923 for breaking up.
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