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H. M. S. Fearless
An Active class scout cruiser of the Royal Navy, the Fearless was launched in 1912 and in World War One led the 1st Destroyer Flotilla in the Battles of Heligoland Blight, 1914, and Jutland 1916. Having survived the war, she was sold for scrapping in 1921 Date: 1914
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H.M.S. Fearless: A Symbol of British Naval Valor in World War I This evocative photograph captures the H.M.S. Fearless, an Active class scout cruiser of the Royal Navy, in the heat of battle during World War I. Launched in 1912, the Fearless was a formidable vessel, measuring 435 feet in length and displacing over 2,000 tons. With her powerful armament and agile design, she was a key player in the Royal Navy's defense against enemy forces. In the early stages of the war, the Fearless led the 1st Destroyer Flotilla in the Battle of Heligoland Bight on August 28, 1914. This engagement marked the first major naval battle of the war and resulted in a victory for the British and German forces, with each side claiming a few victories. The Fearless's most notable engagement, however, was in the Battle of Jutland on May 31, 1916. This epic clash between the British and German fleets was the largest naval battle of the war and one of the largest in history. The Fearless played a crucial role in the battle, engaging enemy forces and providing cover for other British ships. Despite the intense fighting, the Fearless emerged victorious, having inflicted significant damage on the German fleet. After the war, the Fearless was decommissioned and sold for scrapping in 1921. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the H.M.S. Fearless's valiant service during World War I and the crucial role she played in defending the British Navy. With her powerful presence and unwavering determination, the Fearless remains an enduring symbol of British naval history.
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