HMS Gurkha (G63) was a destroyer of the Royal Navy that served during World War II. It was laid down in 1936 and commissioned in 1937. The ship participated in various operations, including the Norwegian Campaign and the Battle of the Atlantic. During the war, HMS Gurkha was involved in escort duties, anti-submarine warfare, and engaging enemy ships. The destroyer was part of several naval engagements and contributed to the Allied efforts in the conflict. In 1940, the ship was hit by a torpedo from a German U-boat, resulting in significant damage. Despite repairs, HMS Gurkha was eventually sunk by a German submarine in 1940. The ship's service and sacrifices are remembered as part of the Royal Navy's history and its contribution to the war at sea during World War II.

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