HMS Teazer illustrates the conspicuous aft gunnery arrangement of Type II Hunts. The layout was defensible for a ship whose main tasks were deterring aircraft and torpedo boats while remaining close to the merchant vessels it protected. A withdrawing escort could make smoke and still bring 4-inch guns to bear astern. Teazer's battle honours and Mediterranean service demonstrate how frequently these specialized escorts were used in demanding operations.
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Why aft-heavy guns could suit an escort
The Hunt's gun layout made sense for a ship protecting convoys and withdrawing under smoke rather than chasing enemy ships into a decisive action.