Category: Military
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Italian Battleship Vittorio Veneto
Italian Battleship Vittorio Veneto Launched on 25 July 1937, Vittorio Veneto was the second of the Littorio-class battleships built for the Italian Regia Marina. Commissioned on 28 April 1940 she had three sister ships, Littorio, Roma and never completed Impero. During World War Two, Vittorio Veneto saw extensive service. She was undamaged during the Battle… Read more
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Sub Base Platypus Torpedo Factory
Sub Base Platypus Torpedo Factory Opened in September 2023, the Torpedo Factory at Sub Base Platypus is an excellent addition to this heritage site. Managed by the Harbour Trust, the old factory was partially demolished and revitalised as an open public space. Getting There We used public transport, getting the train to Milsons Point Station… Read more
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Heinkel He 114 in Romanian Service
Heinkel He 114 in Romanian Service Romania purchased 24 Heinkel He 114 floatplanes, the last eight of which were retired in 1960. Read more