HMAS Moresby

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Two ships of the Royal Australian Navy have been named HMAS Moresby, after Captain (later Admiral) John Moresby

  • The first HMAS Moresby (1918) was a 24-class sloop serving with the Royal Navy from 1918 to 1925 as HMS Silvio, and with the Royal Australian Navy from 1925 to 1946
  • The second HMAS Moresby (1963) was a unique survey vessel of the Royal Australian Navy, serving from 1963 until 1998 before entering civilian service

In addition, one ship of the Royal Navy has held this name

  • HMS Moresby, a destroyer serving in World War I
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