HMS Tartar (1888) CC (6th) |
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This the sixth ship to carry the name HMS Tartar was a torpedo
cruiser. Built Thomson of Clydebank, laid down 02-Mar-1885, launched 28-Oct-1886, completed 1888. On completion went into reserve at Sheerness 1888-91, then to the North America & West Indies Station 1891-97. Returned to the UK for refit at Chatham 1898, after which it was to the Cape Station 1989-1900. Refitted at Haulbowline 1902-03. A final operational tour was to the South Atlantic Station 1903-04. Sold 03-Apr-1906 to Forrester of Swansea. Won the Battle Honour: South Africa 1899-1900.
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