hms hermes

Built by Armstrong withworth, launched in 1918, towed to Devonport and completed in 1924. With no aircraft onboard she was sunk by Japanese dive bombers in 1942. 307 men were lost.

HERMES with perhaps a Fort class RFA replenishing.

Seen at 4 wharf Devonport during Navy Days 1977. RFA LYNESS at rear and HMS ARK ROYAL overhang evident.

Centaur class carrier.

In company HMS FALMOUTH

Centaur class carrier in the Commando role.

Supported by RFA TIDEREACH

In company RFA TIDESPRING HMS BIRMINGHAM and RFA LYNESS

Welcomed home by ILLUSTRIOUS