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Did the Royal Navy have fast minelayers in World War I?

A converted Marksman-class flotilla leader formed part of a wider Royal Navy fast-minelayer force.

Marksman Class Flotilla Leaders Minelayers Naval Mine Warfare Royal Navy World War I

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Question

Did the Royal Navy have fast minelayers in World War I?

Short answer

Yes. A Marksman-class flotilla leader was converted for fast minelaying, and the Royal Navy operated several fast minelayers.

Notes

Fast minelayers were already part of the Royal Navy's wartime force. A Marksman-class flotilla leader was converted to that role, and several other fast minelaying ships were available.