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HMS Albion (R07) when in use as a Commando Carrier
HMS Albion (R07) when in use as a Commando Carrier, December 1971
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1971 Albion Carrier Commando December
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1. Title: HMS Albion (R07) in Action as a Commando Carrier, December 1971 Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the British Royal Navy's HMS Albion (R07) in full operation as a Commando Carrier during the winter of 1971. The image showcases the impressive size and might of this warship, with several helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft positioned on its expansive flight deck. The HMS Albion, a Leander-class heavy cruiser, was converted into a Commando Carrier in the late 1960s to support the Royal Marines in amphibious operations. The ship's transformation allowed it to carry and deploy helicopters, landing craft, and various types of vehicles and equipment, making it a crucial asset for the British military. The photograph reveals a bustling scene on the flight deck, where personnel in navy uniforms work diligently to prepare the aircraft for takeoff or recovery. Helicopters, such as the Westland Whirlwind and the Westland Sea King, are visible, with their rotor blades hovering above the deck or being lowered for landing. Fixed-wing aircraft, including the Hawker Siddeley Buccaneer and the Hawker Hunter, are also present, lined up neatly on the deck or being towed by tractors. The image underscores the importance of the HMS Albion in providing air and sea support for the Royal Marines during amphibious operations. The ship's ability to transport and deploy personnel and equipment by air and sea made it a vital component of the British military's amphibious capabilities during the Cold War era and beyond. This powerful and evocative photograph offers a glimpse into the history of the HMS Albion (R07) and its role as a Commando Carrier, providing a fascinating insight into the capabilities and operations of the British Royal Navy during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
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