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HMS Birmingham (32)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
HMS Birmingham
Launch Year
1936
Type
Cruiser
Class
Town-class cruiser town
Pennant Number
32
Launched
1936
Built at
Devonport Dockyard
Commissioned
1937
Armament
12 × 6-inch guns
Propulsion
Steam turbines
Role
Light cruiser
Notable for
Atlantic service
Fate
Broken up
Status
Decommissioned

HMS Birmingham was a Royal Navy cruiser of the town-class cruiser town.

Service History

HMS Birmingham served as a light cruiser and is chiefly associated with atlantic service.

Historical Significance

HMS Birmingham contributes to the history of the Royal Navy’s cruiser force and the development of town-class cruiser town.

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