HMS Pandora was a protected cruiser of the Royal Navy, launched in 1900. She served during World War I, primarily in the Mediterranean and the Adriatic. The ship participated in various operations, including the blockade of the Strait of Otranto and the Gallipoli Campaign. Pandora also played a crucial role in the evacuation of Serbian troops in 1915. After the war, she was decommissioned and sold for scrapping in 1921. The ship's design incorporated a mix of armaments, including 6-inch guns and torpedo tubes, and she had a top speed of 21 knots. HMS Pandora had a displacement of around 5,600 tons and a crew of over 450 officers and sailors. Despite her active service, the cruiser did not see major combat engagements but contributed significantly to naval operations during the conflict. Today, the history and legacy of HMS Pandora are remembered as part of the Royal Navy's involvement in World War I and the maritime history of 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.