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The oldest warship still in active naval use

A Brazilian river monitor and a Russian floating dock are suggested, with uncertainty over the name and condition of the vessels.

Question

What is the oldest ship still in service and actively used by a navy?

Short answer

A Brazilian river monitor is the suggested answer, but its name is not settled. A Russian floating dock is also mentioned, with doubts about its condition.

Notes

A Brazilian river monitor is suggested as the oldest ship still actively used by a navy, although its name is recalled uncertainly. A Russian floating dock is also raised, with uncertainty over its damaged condition. The exchange does not settle a precise identification or a verified comparison.