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HMS Sussex:
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World War II Service: HMS Sussex, a County-class heavy cruiser, played a significant role during World War II. It participated in convoy escorts, especially in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. For instance, it escorted troop transports towards Bombay and Colombo (Uboat.net).
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Bombing Incident: There was a notable incident involving the bombing of HMS Sussex on the Clyde. The damage caused significant flooding and led the ship to lie at a tilt at the bottom of the harbor (BBC).
HMS Galatea:
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Battle of Jutland: HMS Galatea, a light cruiser, is particularly noted for its role in the Battle of Jutland during World War I. It was part of the 1st Light Cruiser Squadron and fired the opening shots of the battle (Jutland Centenary Initiative).
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Second World War and Sinking: During World War II, HMS Galatea was an Arethusa-class light cruiser. It was involved in various naval operations but was sunk on 14 December 1941 by a German U-boat (U-557) near Alexandria, resulting in the loss of 470 crew members (World War Naval History).
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Heligoland Bight Action: HMS Galatea also took part in the Second Battle of Heligoland Bight, an inconclusive naval engagement during World War I, fought between British and German squadrons in November 1917 (Wartime Memories Project).
These vessels played pivotal roles during their service years, contributing significantly to naval warfare history.
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