HMS Pyramus
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HMS Pyramus

1897 Pelorus-class protected cruiser


Service Entry
1900
Manufacturer
Palmers Shipbuilding and Iron Company
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
protected cruiser, Pelorus-class protected cruiser

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HMS Pyramus was a Pelorus-class protected cruiser of the Royal Navy. Constructed in 1897, the ship was primarily used for colonial duties and training exercises. It participated in various operations and exercises, including serving in the China Station during the early 1900s. During World War I, HMS Pyramus was stationed in the East Indies for convoy escort duties. The ship also saw action during the Russian Civil War, supporting the White Russians against the Bolsheviks. In 1920, the vessel was decommissioned and sold for scrap in 1921. Despite its relatively short service life, HMS Pyramus played a significant role in various naval operations and training activities during its time in the Royal Navy.

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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