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HMS Wessex (1944) DD (2nd) |
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This the second ship to carry the name HMS Wessex was a W
Class (1943), destroyer. Built by Fairfield, laid down 20-Oct-1942, launched 02-Sep-1943, and commissioned 11-May-1944. On commissioning formed part of the 27th Destroyer Flotilla. To the Eastern Fleet in the Indian ocean Nov-1944, then Jan-1945 to the British Pacific Fleet, where she remained for the rest of the war. Remained in service after the war. Sold to the South African Navy 29-Mar-1950 and renamed Jan Van Riebeeck. Was partially converted to a frigate 1966 Sunk as a target 25-Mar-1980 off Cape Town. Won the Battle Honours: East Indies 1944 and Okinawa 1945.
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