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Introduction – the story of HMS St Angelo

HMS Egmont, the receiving and depot ship at Malta did not move ashore until 1912. Previously the establishment had been in the form of a hulk, or decommissioned ship, moored to the fortifications. In 1933 the Admiralty changed the name to HMS St Angelo – the name of the fort in which the establishment was housed.

The shore establishment was the main administration centre for Royal Naval activities in the Mediterranean. The establishment played a part in major events in both World Wars and throughout the 20th century until its closure in 1979.

Article Highlights

• Introduction - the story of HMS St Angelo

• HMS Egmont Afloat, 1904 – 1912

• HMS Egmont Ashore, 1912 – 1933

• HMS St Angelo, 1933 – 1939

• HMS St Angelo during World War Two

• HMS St Angelo Post World War Two

• The Wrens of HMS St Angelo

Ship's badge for HMS St Angelo, Malta. (RNM)

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