HMAS Warrego
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HMAS Warrego

1911 River-class torpedo-boat destroyer


Country of Registry
Australia
Commissioning Date
June 01, 1912
Manufacturer
Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Company
Operator
Royal Australian Navy
Vessel Type
torpedo-boat destroyer, River-class torpedo-boat destroyer
Decommissioning Date
April 19, 1928
Pennant Number
D70
Aliases
D70

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HMAS Warrego (D70) was a River-class torpedo boat destroyer that served in the Royal Australian Navy during World War I. The ship was built in Scotland and commissioned in 1911, participating in various operations during the war, including convoy duties and patrols in the North Sea. Warrego was later converted into a minesweeper and patrol boat after the war, serving in Australian waters. In 1930, the ship was decommissioned and sold for scrapping in 1937. HMAS Warrego's service history highlights the important role played by naval vessels in safeguarding maritime interests and supporting military operations during times of conflict. The ship's legacy as part of the Royal Australian Navy's early fleet showcases the evolution of naval technologies and strategies in the early 20th century.

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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