HMCS Rainbow was a protected cruiser that served in the Royal Canadian Navy and Royal Navy. Built in 1891, it was one of the first ships specifically designed for the Canadian Navy. Originally named HMS Rainbow, the ship was transferred to Canada in 1910 and became HMCS Rainbow. It had a crew of around 244 officers and enlisted men and was armed with various guns and torpedoes. The ship played a significant role in patrolling the west coast of Canada during World War I, conducting escort missions and enforcing maritime laws. In 1917, HMCS Rainbow was decommissioned and later converted into a depot ship. It was eventually sold for scrapping in 1929. HMCS Rainbow remains an important part of Canadian naval history, representing the early development of Canada's naval capabilities and its contributions to Allied efforts during World War I.

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