Vessel Profile

Phaeton (H.M.S.)

Phaeton (H.M.S.)
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Story

This protected cruiser (leander-class) was built in 1883 by Napier in Glasgow, Scotland.

Historical Notes

In 1897-1903 this vessel was operating on the British Columbia coast.

In 1947 this vessel was sold for breaking up.

Owners & Masters

In 1883-1947 she was commissioned into the Royal Navy.

References

J.J. Colledge and Ben Warlow (2010) Ships of the Royal Navy. Casemate Oxford UK

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