Chilean cruiser Esmeralda
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Chilean cruiser Esmeralda

Chilean warship, world's first protected cruiser


Country of Registry
Chile
Commissioning Date
October 16, 1884
Manufacturer
Armstrong Whitworth
Operator
Imperial Japanese Navy
Vessel Type
protected cruiser
Aliases
Japanese cruiser Izumi

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The Chilean cruiser Esmeralda was a warship built in 1883 that played a significant role in the naval history of Chile. The ship was part of the Chilean Navy and took part in various military operations and training exercises during its service. Esmeralda was involved in the 1891 Chilean Civil War, where it supported the government forces against the rebel navy. The cruiser also participated in the Pacific Squadron and conducted goodwill visits to ports around the world. Esmeralda was eventually decommissioned in 1930 after a long and distinguished career. The ship's legacy lives on as it is remembered for its contributions to Chilean maritime history and its role in protecting the country's interests at sea.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.

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