Rodney developed leaks and machinery problems in 1939-40. Operational demands repeatedly pulled her away from yard work, so the crew used welding and other temporary repairs to keep the ship available. She still fought Bismarck effectively. A previously scheduled major refit at Boston followed the action and finally gave the defects industrial attention.
Notable Point · 27:14-28:09
Rodney's crew holds a defective battleship together
Crew welding and temporary repairs keep Rodney available through the Bismarck action until a scheduled Boston refit.