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A late-war Arctic camouflage scheme for destroyers

A 1944 Arctic destroyer scheme stands out as an effective and visually striking naval camouflage pattern.

Destroyers Naval Camouflage Royal Navy World War II

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Question

Do you have a favourite naval camouflage scheme?

Short answer

Yes, a 1944-era Arctic camouflage pattern used on destroyers.

Notes

The favourite is a late-war Arctic pattern used on destroyers. Its colours and shapes suit the small combatants, giving the scheme a distinctive appearance. The pattern also reflects the operational environment for which it was devised. Ship photographs and models preserve a less familiar branch of wartime camouflage practice.