HMS Boadicea was a light cruiser of the Royal Navy, commissioned in 1909. The ship was part of the Arethusa-class cruisers and served in various roles during World War I. Boadicea was involved in the Battle of Heligoland Bight in 1914 and later in the Battle of Jutland in 1916. She also participated in convoy escort duties and anti-submarine operations. The cruiser underwent several modifications and upgrades throughout her service, including the addition of anti-aircraft armament and new boilers. After the war, HMS Boadicea was decommissioned in 1920 and eventually sold for scrap in 1922. The ship's name pays homage to Queen Boudica, a legendary British warrior queen who led a rebellion against Roman occupation in the 1st century AD. HMS Boadicea's service history reflects the Royal Navy's strategic importance during the early 20th century and its role in protecting British interests at sea.

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