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H. M. S. Devonshire
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H. M. S. Devonshire
The lead ship of the Royal Navy Devonshire class of armoured cruisers. The Devonshire formed part of the Grand Fleet for the first two years of World War One. Following the war she was sold for breaking up, which was carried out in 1923. Date: 1914
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Armoured Cruisers Devonshire Lead Fleet
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This striking photograph captures the majestic H.M.S. Devonshire, the lead ship of the Royal Navy's Devonshire class of armoured cruisers, as she proudly sails the seas in 1914. The Devonshire was a formidable vessel, armed with a main battery of twelve 6-inch guns and a secondary battery of twelve 3-inch guns. Her armour belt protected her from enemy fire, making her a valuable asset to the Grand Fleet during the early years of World War One. The Devonshire's history is deeply intertwined with that of the Great War. She saw action in several key engagements, including the Battle of Heligoland Bight in August 1914 and the Battle of Dogger Bank in January 1915. Her service in the Grand Fleet helped to safeguard Britain's maritime interests and protect her shores from enemy invasion. Following the end of the war, the Devonshire was decommissioned and sold for breaking up in 1923. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the ship's storied past and the vital role she played in British naval history. The Devonshire was more than just a lead ship or a class of armoured cruisers; she was a symbol of the courage and determination of the Royal Navy during a time of great conflict.
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