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HMAS QUIBERON 1940 -
1964
Originally laid down as destroyer HMS
Quiberon, on 4th October 1940 and launched 31st January 1942.
The vessel was commissioned as HMAS Quiberon
on 6th July 1942, armed with four 4.7" guns, eight 21"
torpedo tubes and light Anti-aircraft armament.
HMAS Quiberon saw much action in WW II
and was successful in a number of sea battles.
more . . .
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2005 Reunion Newsletter
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HMAS QUIBERON 1962 -
1963
Commander Vernon Parker RAN, commanded
the ship throughout this tour.
(more . . . see Commanders)
There were some hardships to bear though
(someone had to do it); Heron Is, Brampton Is, Lindeman Is,
Long Is, South Molle Is, Lizard Is, Hong Kong, Singapore .
. . the list goes on.
There were also dramatic moments - rescues
mid ocean, Viet-nam - Nha Trang and Saigon .
more . . .
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