Ship Record

HMS Birmingham (32)

Learn about HMS Birmingham (32) in Royal Navy history.

HMS Birmingham was a Royal Navy cruiser of the town-class cruiser town.

Service History

HMS Birmingham served as a light cruiser and is chiefly associated with atlantic service.

Historical Significance

HMS Birmingham contributes to the history of the Royal Navy’s cruiser force and the development of town-class cruiser town.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Birmingham
Launch Year: 1936
Type: Cruiser
Class: Town-class cruiser town
Pennant Number: 32
Launched: 1936
Built at: Devonport Dockyard
Commissioned: 1937
Armament: 12 × 6-inch guns
Propulsion: Steam turbines
Role: Light cruiser
Notable for: Atlantic service
Fate: Broken up
Status: Decommissioned