HMS Prince of Wales (1904) BB (7th) |
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This the seventh ship to carry the name HMS Prince of Wales was a London Class (1902) battleship. Built at Chatham Dockyard, laid down March-1902, launched 25-Mar-1902 and completed in March-1904. She served mainly with the Mediterranean Fleet from 1904-07, then with the Atlantic and Home Fleets until 1912. Joined the 5th Battle Squadron from 1912-1914. Accompanied the Dardanelles force early in 1915 and then joined the force blockading the Austrian Fleet until 1918. Sold 12-Apr-1920. Won the Battle Honour: Dardanelles 1915.
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