Naval Historywith Dr. Alex

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Ceremonial gifts carried by Tribal-class destroyers

A question about Māori war gear and Tribal-class ships distinguishes wearable regalia from shields and bells presented to destroyers.

HMS MaoriHMS New ZealandNaval TraditionsTribal Class Destroyers (1936)
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Question

Did Tribal-class destroyers carry ceremonial gifts like the Māori war gear associated with HMS New Zealand?

Short answer

HMS Maori received comparable war gear, while other gifts included a shield and bell rather than wearable items.

Notes

The question compares Tribal-class traditions with the Māori war gear associated with HMS New Zealand. HMS Maori received the same kind of war gear, although it did not seem to confer the same legendary protection. Tribal-class ships also received a shield and bell from the Asante people. The distinction is between ceremonial items intended to be worn and gifts displayed or carried aboard.