Ship Record

HMS Sirius (1940)

HMS Sirius (1940) Royal Navy cruiser

HMS Sirius (1940) was a Royal Navy cruiser.

Service History

HMS Sirius served as part of the Royal Navy cruiser force.

Historical Significance

HMS Sirius represents cruiser development in the Royal Navy.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Sirius
Launch Year: 1940
Type: Cruiser
Class: Dido-class cruiser
Launched: 1940
Commissioned: 1940
Armament: Naval guns
Propulsion: Steam
Role: Cruiser
Notable for: Royal Navy service
Fate: Varied
Status: Decommissioned

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