HMS Gannet (1927) was a Royal Navy G-class destroyer that served during World War II. The ship was built by William Denny and Brothers and launched in 1935. During the war, HMS Gannet participated in various operations in the Mediterranean, including escort duties, anti-submarine patrols, and engaging enemy forces. The ship was involved in the Battle of Calabria in 1940 and the Battle of Cape Matapan in 1941. HMS Gannet was also part of the Arctic convoys to the Soviet Union, helping to deliver vital supplies to the Eastern Front. The ship underwent several modifications and upgrades throughout its service, including the installation of radar and improved anti-aircraft armament. After the war, HMS Gannet was decommissioned and sold for scrap in 1949. The ship's legacy lives on through various memorials and artifacts, including its bell, which is on display at the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth. HMS Gannet's service exemplifies the vital role played by destroyers in naval warfare during World War II and highlights the sacrifices made by the men who served on these ships.

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