The Pallada was a protected cruiser of the Imperial Russian Navy built in 1899. It was named after the Greek goddess Pallas Athena and served in the Russo-Japanese War, where it participated in the Battle of the Yellow Sea. The ship had a displacement of 6,500 tons and was armed with a main battery of 6-inch guns. The Pallada had a top speed of 21 knots and a crew of 570 officers and sailors. During its service, the ship underwent various modifications and upgrades to its armament and equipment. After the end of the Russo-Japanese War, the Pallada was used as a training ship and later was converted into a minelayer. The ship had a long and eventful service history before it was eventually scrapped in 1922. The Pallada played a significant role in the naval history of Russia and is remembered for its contributions during the Russo-Japanese War and its service as a training vessel.

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