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HMS Hermes (1953)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
HMS Hermes
Launch Year
1953
Type
Aircraft Carrier
Class
Centaur-class aircraft carrier
Launched
1953
Commissioned
1953
Armament
Aircraft complement
Propulsion
Steam / Gas turbine
Role
Aircraft carrier
Notable for
Royal Navy aviation
Fate
Varied
Status
Decommissioned

HMS Hermes (1953) was a Royal Navy aircraft carrier.

Service History

HMS Hermes served as part of the Royal Navy carrier fleet.

Historical Significance

HMS Hermes represents the evolution of naval aviation.

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