HMS Mermaid (U30) was a British Royal Navy destroyer of the M-class that served during World War II. Commissioned in 1942, the ship was involved in convoy escort duties in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean, as well as participating in the Salerno landings in Italy. The destroyer also took part in the Normandy landings in 1944, providing gunfire support for the invasion. Throughout its service, HMS Mermaid engaged in anti-submarine operations and escorted various convoys, demonstrating its versatility and importance in naval warfare. The ship survived the war and was eventually sold for scrap in 1946. HMS Mermaid's service history highlights the crucial role played by destroyers in naval operations during World War II, showcasing their significance in protecting convoys, providing firepower support, and conducting anti-submarine warfare.

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