HMS Cambridge
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HMS Cambridge

former naval shore establishment in Wembury, Devon, England, UK


Country
United Kingdom
Vessel Type
naval shore establishment
Current Location
50° 19' 6", -4° 6' 30"

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HMS Cambridge was a Royal Navy training establishment located in England, primarily used to train gunnery officers. The establishment was initially established in 1869 as a gunnery school and was later renamed HMS Pembroke III before becoming HMS Cambridge in 1905. It played a crucial role in the development of naval gunnery techniques and training methods. The establishment was equipped with various types of gun turrets and weapons for practical training purposes. During World War I, HMS Cambridge provided training for a large number of gunnery officers, contributing significantly to the war effort. The establishment was eventually closed in 2001, marking the end of its long and illustrious history in training naval officers in gunnery skills.

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