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HMS Malcolm as a Scott-class destroyer leader

HMS Malcolm was a fast Scott-class destroyer leader whose long service included accepting U-541's surrender.

Destroyer LeadersHMS MalcolmRoyal NavyScott Class Destroyer LeadersU-541
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Question

What is notable about the history and design of HMS Malcolm?

Short answer

She was a fast Scott-class destroyer leader with a long career that included accepting U-541's surrender.

Notes

HMS Malcolm was one of eight Scott-class, or Admiralty-type, destroyer leaders. Her standard displacement was about 1,500 tons and her top speed was 36.5 knots. Her weapons included 4.7-inch guns, a 3-inch anti-aircraft gun, pom-poms and torpedo tubes, with 20 mm anti-aircraft guns added later. Her long service included accepting U-541's surrender.