Whilst still searching for arms smugglers at Cyprus in November 1955 we took part in the Suez Campaign and, whilst being serviced by an MFV, the vessel misread his approach and his anchor spikes ripped open the Starboard Superstructure. We had temporary repairs alongside in Port Said and, much to the distain of our 3 sister ships, we were sent back to Devonport early and spent an unexpected Xmas leave at home.

Memories 1 and 2 are a small part of the numerous disasters that took place during the service in the Med over that 12 nonths. They are too numerous to list and, whilst are still easy to remember, were all part of an interesting 7 years service!