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HMS Exeter, British heavy cruiser, WW2
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HMS Exeter, British heavy cruiser, WW2
HMS Exeter (68), British York class heavy cruiser, returning home in February 1940 after repairs following the Battle of the River Plate (December 1939), when the German ship the Graf Spee was defeated. Seen arriving at Devonport with thousands of people lining the waterfront. Those present included Winston Churchill, Sir John Simon, Sir Dudley Pound (First Sea Lord) and Sir Martin Dunbar-Nasmith (Commander in Chief, Western Approaches). Date: 1940
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Arrival Arriving Cruiser Damage Damaged Devonport Exeter Heavy Repair Repairs Return Returning Victory Waterfront Welcoming
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of triumphant homecoming for HMS Exeter, a British York-class heavy cruiser, in February 1940. Following its valiant participation in the Battle of the River Plate in December 1939, where the German ship, Graf Spee, was decisively defeated, HMS Exeter returned to Devonport, UK, after undergoing essential repairs. Thousands of people gathered along the waterfront to welcome the ship and its crew, who had played a pivotal role in securing a significant victory for the Allies during the early stages of World War II. Among the distinguished figures present at the arrival were Sir Winston Churchill, Sir John Simon, Sir Dudley Pound (First Sea Lord), and Sir Martin Dunbar-Nasmith (Commander in Chief, Western Approaches). The air was thick with excitement and anticipation, as the nation celebrated the return of its heroes and the symbolic victory against the Axis powers. The smoke rising from the ship's stack signified not only the end of the long journey but also the beginning of a new chapter in the ongoing conflict. This historical image offers a poignant reminder of the courage and resilience displayed by the British Navy during World War II, as well as the unwavering support of the British people during a time of great adversity.
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