HMS Racehorse (H11) was a Royal Navy destroyer commissioned in 1940 during World War II. Initially serving as an escort for convoys in the North Atlantic, the ship was later transferred to the Mediterranean Fleet. It took part in various operations, including the Battle of Cape Spartivento and the Malta Convoys. The destroyer was involved in several successful engagements, such as the sinking of Italian submarines and escorting supply convoys to Malta. However, the HMS Racehorse also faced challenges, including being damaged by air attacks and sustaining casualties among its crew. In 1942, the ship was assigned to Operation Pedestal, a pivotal convoy to resupply the island of Malta. During this mission, the Racehorse provided vital protection to the convoy but was ultimately sunk by enemy aircraft, with the loss of many crew members. The sinking of the HMS Racehorse was a significant event in the history of the Royal Navy during World War II, highlighting the dangers faced by ships and their crews in wartime operations. The ship's service and sacrifice are remembered as part of the broader narrative of naval warfare and the defense of strategic locations such as Malta.

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