HMS Daring
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HMS Daring

1874 Fantome-class screw sloop


Service Entry
1874
Manufacturer
Blackwall Yard
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
screw sloop, Fantome-class screw sloop
Decommissioning Date
1889

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HMS Daring (1874) was a Daring-class torpedo boat destroyer of the Royal Navy. She was launched in 1874 and served in various roles throughout her career, including as a training ship and tender. The ship was armed with a mix of torpedo tubes and guns, and had an impressive speed of 19 knots. HMS Daring was involved in several incidents, such as a collision with another ship in 1898 and a grounding in 1900. Despite these setbacks, she continued to serve until being sold for scrap in 1921. The ship's history provides valuable insights into the technological advancements and operational challenges faced by naval vessels during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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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