A group of merchant ships protected by warships is known as a "convoy." This arrangement is typically used to safeguard commercial vessels from threats such as piracy or enemy attacks during wartime. The presence of warships provides security and allows for safer passage through potentially dangerous waters. Convoys have been historically significant in maritime strategy, especially during conflicts like World War II.
Your teacher is probably referring to the "Convoy System" that was developed by the British Royal Navy & used by the Allies. It meant that merchant ships with the same cruising speeds traveled together in a group or "convoy". The group may be escorted by Navy warships that were capable of protecting the merchants from German U-boats, Q-ships, or surface raiders. Ships that were very slow, or fast would not travel in a convoy.
The convoy system was used to prtect American ships carrying materials to Great Britain in 1940 and 1941. These merchant ships were protected by American Warships.
Primarily over 2,000 merchant vessels, with a sprinkling of allied warships.
Another name for merchant warships is "auxiliary cruisers." These vessels, typically civilian merchant ships, are converted or outfitted to serve military purposes, often used for patrolling, transporting troops, or supporting naval operations during wartime.
Neutrality Patrols
A group of ships traveling together, typically accompanied by armed troops and warships for protection.
"Fleet" can be used for both warships and peaceable merchant ships. "Convoy" requires some warships, but may involve merchant ships being protected by the warships.
Your teacher is probably referring to the "Convoy System" that was developed by the British Royal Navy & used by the Allies. It meant that merchant ships with the same cruising speeds traveled together in a group or "convoy". The group may be escorted by Navy warships that were capable of protecting the merchants from German U-boats, Q-ships, or surface raiders. Ships that were very slow, or fast would not travel in a convoy.
The convoy system was used to prtect American ships carrying materials to Great Britain in 1940 and 1941. These merchant ships were protected by American Warships.
Their merchant ships being attacked by pirates
Their merchant ships being attacked by pirates
3,000 Allied ships (175 warships; 2,825 merchant ships)
34 warships and 163 armed merchant vessels
Cannons aboard and gunboat escorts.
Another word for merchant warships is "cargo ships." These vessels are designed primarily for the transportation of goods and materials across oceans and waterways, distinguishing them from military ships. Other terms that can also be used include "freighters" or "trading vessels."
armada is a fleet of warships.
Primarily over 2,000 merchant vessels, with a sprinkling of allied warships.