Hobart began life as HMS Apollo, ordered in 1932, laid down in 1933, launched in 1934, and commissioned in 1936. Australia acquired her in 1938 after two years of Royal Navy service. The Royal Navy accepted the seaplane tender HMAS Albatross as part of the purchase price. Hobart's battle honours included the Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, Coral Sea, Savo Island, Guadalcanal, Pacific, East Indies, and Borneo.
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From HMS Apollo to HMAS Hobart
Australia acquired HMS Apollo in 1938, with HMAS Albatross forming part of the price for the cruiser renamed Hobart.