[51] At 05:15, the three destroyers linked up with the cruiser USS Boston (which had been hit by a missile from another aircraft) and the escorting destroyer USS Blandy, and continued anti-aircraft manoeuvring. Oil and other contaminants were removed. The ship was modernised during the late 1970s. [44] At 03:09, Hobart's radar picked up an aircraft approaching with no IFF transponder active. HMAS 'Hobart' was one of several Australian destroyers that operated on the gunline in the South China Sea with the US 7th Fleet. The President of the HMAS CANBERRA â HMAS SHROPSHIRE Association WA Division Lee Webster took possession of one of the Northbourne Avenue signs which was presented to Nigel … [1] The ship was launched on 9 January 1964 by the wife of David Hay, the Australian ambassador to the United Nations. We recognise their continuing connection to land, sea and waters. [4] In 1995, the ship was again deployed to South-east Asia, participated in celebrations of the 50th anniversary of the Pacific War's end, and visited New Zealand. [61] One sailor was awarded a Distinguished Service Medal for his actions during the 17 June attack (the government received advice that as it was a friendly fire incident, a non-combat medal like the British Empire Medal should be awarded instead, but this was ignored), while two Mentions in Despatches and 23 Naval Board commendations were also issued. We pay our respects to elders past and present. [1] The ship spent very little time in Australian waters before she was deployed to fight in the Vietnam War in March 1967. In March 1967, Hobart became the first RAN combat ship deployed to fight in the Vietnam War. The Australian War Memorial was voted the number one landmark in Australia by travellers in the 2016 Trip Advisor awards. Crew members of the second patrol boat watched as a flash of light from the UFOs completely engulfed the first boat and destroyed it in a huge explosion. [4] During 1992, the destroyer participated in RIMPAC. [4] While in her namesake city, Hobart was visited by Charles, Prince of Wales; the first time the royal had boarded an Australian warship. Chandler. The goal was to maintain the vessel’s character as a fighting ship, but in the interests of safety, some entrances were sealed, some doors, hatches and sharp and protruding objects were removed, and corridors and openings widened. Notable events involving Hobart include: 22 Feb 1940 HMS Olympus (Lt.Cdr. H.L. [39][41] This continued until 2 June, when the destroyer's guns required new barrels. The Royal Australian Navy initially ordered four Daring class destroyers, which were to be named after the ships of the "Scrap Iron Flotilla" of World War II. Escort of USN aircraft carriers involved in, Hazard identification and risk assessment, This page was last edited on 18 December 2020, at 18:00. In August 1970, after four months in home waters VENDETTA again sailed for deployment to the Far East Strategic Reserve. [48] There was also major damage around the destroyer's Ikara magazine, but as Hobart was not carrying any Ikara missiles at the time, the potential magazine fire did not occur. Part 2 of 2. [1] This was supplemented by two 5"/54 caliber Mark 42 guns and two Mark 32 triple torpedo tube sets. [37], Hobart was deployed to Vietnam for the second time in 1968, relieving Perth on 31 March. [54][55] F-4 Phantoms of the USAF Seventh Air Force, responding several hours after the attack on the Swift Boats, were unable to distinguish between the radar signature of surface ships and airborne helicopters, and instead opened fire on Hobart, Boston, and Edson. [36] The Australian ship returned to Sea Dragon operations on 31 July. Hobart in Vietnam: Follow-up letters . [30] Over the next week, Hobart and USS Allen M. Sumner cooperated on the interdiction of coastal shipping during a period of heavy activity; previous successes saw the North Vietnamese begin to increase retaliation with coastal artillery in an attempt to dissuade American operations. [4] In 1989, the destroyer's Ikara launchers were removed during a refit. The Australian War Memorial acknowledges the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia. After the Vietnam War, Hobart saw service during Operation Navy Help Darwin; the RAN disaster relief effort following Cyclone Tracy, was the first RAN ship to dock at HMAS Stirling in Western Australia, and completed a round-the-world voyage in 1976. [57] The fault was found to be with the marine unit's spotter, who was inexperienced, failed to signal the close proximity of friendly units to the target, and failed to fully identify the target before calling for five rounds of shellfire. It's obvious that UFO's have more than a passing interest in the military. by Harry Daish. [75] In order to transfer the researcher to the ship, Hobart's personnel constructed a makeshift helipad, which was used by Thala Dan's helicopter to deliver the injured man to the destroyer. Vietnam 1965 - 1972. Howden, RAN), HMS Khartoum (Cdr. [70] Two personnel were mentioned in despatches, and 23 Naval Board commendations were issued for the deployment. [31] Apart from a brief stint on the gunline, Hobart remained assigned to Sea Dragon until 26 May, when sailed to Subic for maintenance, with both 5-inch gun barrels replaced. [28] Several explosions in 5-inch/54 gun mounts during the later weeks of April saw all equipped destroyers (including Hobart) reassigned to other duties while investigations into the cause (believed to be a bad batch of ammunition) were explored. [39] Five days later, she began Sea Dragon operations with USS Collett. Our collection contains a wealth of material to help you research and find your connection with the wartime experiences of the brave men and women who served in Australia’s military forces. HMAS HOBART HIT DURING VIETNAM UFO ENCOUNTER? During this voyage, the ship visited nineteen ports in twelve countries, and represented Australia at the fleet review off New York commemorating the United States Bicentennial. [4] In June 1974, the destroyer was involved in the exercise Kangaroo One. (22 Jun 1968) Australian Navy ship HMAS Hobart in Subic Bay for repairs after an attack by friendly aircraft damaged her superstructure. 10 am to 5 pm daily (except Christmas Day), Get your ticket to visit: awm.gov.au/visit, Copyright HMS Apollo and her sister ships Phaeton and Amphion were modified Leander Class light cruisers.. Apollo commissioned on 13 January 1936 and served on the North American and West Indies Station from 1936 to 1938. [58] The Sea Dragon deployment did not eventuate, and after operating near the Demilitarized Zone, Hobart was reassigned to gunfire support duties around southern Vietnam on 12 August. After 35 days of repairs the crew sailed it back to the so-called “Gunline” off Vietnam. Saturday 15th June 1968. Come and see why. The wreck site is officially known as the Fleurieu Artificial Reef. [60] On 29 September, Perth relieved Hobart at Subic, and Hobart sailed for home. 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