HMS Antelope
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HMS Antelope

1972 Type 21 frigate


Service Entry
July 19, 1975
Commissioning Date
July 19, 1975
Manufacturer
VT Group
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
shipwreck, Type 21 frigate
Pennant Number
F170
Current Location
-51° 33' 3", -59° 3' 30"

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HMS Antelope (F170) was a Type 21 frigate of the Royal Navy, commissioned in 1976. The ship participated in the Falklands War in 1982, where it was hit by Argentine aircraft bombing and subsequently sank. Despite efforts to save the vessel, it eventually capsized and sank with the loss of five crew members. The sinking of HMS Antelope was a significant event during the conflict, serving as a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by naval personnel in combat situations. The ship's wreck was partially salvaged and scuttled as a war grave. The story of HMS Antelope stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the crew members who served on board during the Falklands War, and the ship remains a symbol of the Royal Navy's commitment to defending British 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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