HMS Swordfish
1916 experimental submarine

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HMS Swordfish was a Royal Navy submarine that served during World War I. Launched in 1916, the submarine was part of the Swordfish-class and played a significant role in naval operations during the war. The vessel had a length of 219 feet and was armed with four 18-inch torpedo tubes, as well as a 4-inch deck gun. Throughout its service, HMS Swordfish conducted numerous patrols and operations in the North Sea, targeting enemy ships and supporting British naval efforts. The submarine also participated in training exercises and anti-submarine warfare operations. In 1918, HMS Swordfish was involved in a collision with another British submarine, HMS L10, resulting in the latter sinking with all hands lost. After the war, HMS Swordfish was decommissioned and sold for scrap in 1922. The submarine's service history reflects the challenges and dangers faced by naval vessels during World War I and highlights the important role played by submarines in maritime warfare during this period.
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