HMS Venus (R50) was a V-class destroyer of the British Royal Navy that served during World War II. Commissioned in 1943, the ship participated in various operations in the Mediterranean and Atlantic, providing convoy escort and anti-submarine duties. Notable engagements included the Battle of the Atlantic and the Invasion of Normandy. The ship was also involved in the sinking of German U-boat U-482 in 1944. After the war, HMS Venus was used for training purposes before being sold for scrap in 1958. The ship's service history showcases the vital role that destroyers played in naval warfare during the mid-20th century, particularly in safeguarding convoys and combating enemy submarines.

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