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HMS Cardiff, British light cruiser, WW1
HMS Cardiff, British Ceres group C-class light cruiser, launched 1917, part of the Grand Fleet during the latter part of the First World War, decommissioned 1946. Date: circa 1917-1918
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Cardiff Ceres Cruiser Cruisers Fleet Ww 1
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This evocative photograph captures the sleek silhouette of HMS Cardiff, a Ceres-class light cruiser of the British Royal Navy, during the First World War. Launched in 1917, HMS Cardiff was part of the esteemed C-class, which was designed to provide both speed and firepower for scouting and supporting the larger battleships of the Grand Fleet. The Grand Fleet, also known as the Home Fleet, was the principal naval force of the British Royal Navy during the First World War. Its primary role was to protect the United Kingdom from potential invasion by the German High Seas Fleet and to ensure the safety of vital shipping lanes. The fleet was made up of the latest and most advanced warships of the time, including HMS Cardiff. HMS Cardiff served with distinction during the latter part of the war, taking part in several engagements and operations. Her armament included a main battery of twelve 6-inch guns and a secondary battery of twelve 3-inch guns, making her a formidable force on the high seas. This photograph, taken circa 1917-1918, provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the HMS Cardiff and the Grand Fleet during the First World War. With her powerful presence and determined crew, she embodies the spirit of the Royal Navy during a time of great conflict and uncertainty.
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