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What are the release dates for The Great Ships - 1996 Destroyers?
The Great Ships - 1996 Destroyers was released on: USA: 1997
Convoy system?
A system in which heavy guard of destroyers escorted the merchant ships back and forth across the Atlantic in groups
What ships were used by US in world war 2?
Carriers, Battleships, Cruisers, Destroyers, and Subs
How many war ships does India have?
India have 240 destroyers,1 air craftcarrier and 80 frigates
Why does the military use ships?
The U.S. Navy has many different types of ships that each have certain roles. Some ships are: hospital ships, aircraft carriers, supply ships, destroyers, frigates, submarines, amphibious ships and hovercraft. There are many other types also.
How did Roosevelt managed to give Churchill the destroyers he requested?
The Destroyers for Bases Agreement was reached in September of 1940. Roosevelt sent destroyer ships to Churchill in exchange for the use of rent free British bases.
Does Israel have war ships?
Yes. Israel has a modern navy equipped with aircraft carriers, destroyers, submarines, and other boats and equipment.
What ships are in the 5th fleet?
The U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet, based in Bahrain, primarily operates a variety of ships including aircraft carriers, destroyers, cruisers, amphibious assault ships, and support vessels. Some notable classes of ships in the fleet include the Nimitz-class and Ford-class aircraft carriers, Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, and Ticonderoga-class cruisers. The fleet also deploys amphibious ships such as the Wasp-class and America-class. The specific composition can change based on missions and operational requirements.
What made naval destroyer ships so hard for a submarine to sink in World War 2?
Naval destroyers were a menace to submarines during WW 2 and difficult ships to sink. The speed of a destroyer and its ability to maneuver quickly in open water made them difficult targets for submarines. And their primary weapon of depth charges had the ability to sink any submarine. The use of sonar by destroyers also allowed them to track enemy submarines.
What are some aircraft and ships that were used in the Battle of Midway?
US SHIPS: * Three aircraft carriers: Hornet, Enterprise, Yorktown * Eight cruisers * Fourteen Destroyers * Some submarines shielding the fleet (but not in the battle itself)
How were the supply ships protected from attacks in World War 2?
Most convoys were protected by destroyers, escort destroyers, corvettes and sometimes heavy or light cruisers. Also they were normally escorted by antisubmarine flying boats like the short Sunderland and the PBY Catalina.
What was the group of destroyers that escorted merchant ships across the Atlantic in groups?
The group of destroyers that escorted merchant ships across the Atlantic in groups during World War II was known as a "convoy." These convoys were protected by naval escorts, primarily destroyers, to defend against attacks from German U-boats and aircraft. The strategy was crucial in ensuring the safe passage of supplies and troops between North America and Europe. This coordinated effort helped mitigate losses and maintain vital supply lines.
