HMS Concord
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HMS Concord

1945 C-class destroyer


Country of Registry
United Kingdom
Service Entry
December 20, 1946
Commissioning Date
December 20, 1946
Manufacturer
John I. Thornycroft & Company
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
destroyer, C-class destroyer
Pennant Number
R63

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HMS Concord (R63) was a C-class destroyer of the Royal Navy that served during World War II. Launched in 1944, the ship was primarily engaged in convoy escort duties and anti-submarine operations in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Concord participated in various operations, including the Normandy landings and the Battle of the Atlantic. The destroyer was equipped with a range of armaments, including torpedoes, anti-aircraft guns, and depth charges. After the war, HMS Concord was decommissioned in 1945 and subsequently sold for scrap in 1947. The ship's service history reflects the important role played by destroyers in naval operations during the conflict, highlighting their versatility and effectiveness in protecting merchant convoys and engaging enemy forces at sea. HMS Concord's legacy contributes to the broader understanding of naval warfare and the significance of destroyers in maintaining maritime security during World War II.

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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