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Would a Leander hull have made a better Dido?

A Leander-derived hull offered a more promising foundation for the Dido anti-aircraft-cruiser role.

Anti-Aircraft Cruisers Dido Class Light Cruisers Leander Class Light Cruisers (1931)Naval Ship Design Royal Navy

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Question

Could the Leander hull have served as a better basis for the Dido class?

Short answer

Yes. The Leander hull would be a much better foundation for the anti-aircraft cruiser.

Notes

Reusing an existing cruiser hull would avoid crowding the historical Dido design. The Leander hull would likely produce a much better Dido. Its greater beam, volume, and proven cruiser proportions offered a safer basis for the armament.