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HMS Jamaica (1940)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
HMS Jamaica
Launch Year
1940
Type
Cruiser
Class
Crown Colony-class cruiser
Launched
1940
Commissioned
1940
Armament
Naval guns
Propulsion
Steam
Role
Cruiser
Notable for
Royal Navy service
Fate
Varied
Status
Decommissioned

HMS Jamaica (1940) was a Royal Navy cruiser.

Service History

HMS Jamaica served as part of the Royal Navy cruiser force.

Historical Significance

HMS Jamaica represents cruiser development in the Royal Navy.

Other Ships with this Name (1)

  • HMS Jamaica (1940) (this page)
  • HMS Jamaica (44) – Crown Colony-class cruiser