Warfare in News
Posted on Tuesday 15th November
The warship HMS Iron Duke, which recently returned from active service in the Persian Gulf and off Libya, is visiting Jersey for the first time on Thursday.
The 133m, 4,900 tonne modern frigate will signal its arrival at 10.30 GMT with a 15-gun salute, and will be berthed at Elizabeth Harbour, St Helier from Thursday until Sunday.
Iron Duke will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm on Saturday.
The 133m, 4,900 tonne modern frigate will signal its arrival at 10.30 GMT with a 15-gun salute, and will be berthed at Elizabeth Harbour, St Helier from Thursday until Sunday.
Iron Duke will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm on Saturday.
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