The turbines were rated at 27,000 shaft horsepower (20,000kW) and were intended to give the battleships a speed of 21 knots (39km/h; 24mph). Telegr. from patrol. If you have any unwanted Add yours! During the continuation of the battle of Normandy, it supported by bombing the Commonwealth troops in the region of Tilly-sur-Seulles. C as escort for HM Aircraft Carrier FORMIDABLE with HMAS PERTH, and [8], Orion's repairs were completed in March 1942 and she returned initially to Plymouth where new radar was installed. during 1940-44 see THE, BATTLE FOR THE MEDITERRANEAN July Nominated for support of planned landings in Sicily landings. 9th Sailed from Kingston for patrol, 19th Intercepted German freighter ARAUCA off 5th Taken in hand by HM Dockyard Bermuda on coast and provide support to military operation at Ras-el-Tin. 3rd Deployed with HM Destroyers PAKENHAM, PETARD and Greek 3rd Returned to Alexandria with ships of Squadron. HURSLEY, TETCOTT, Greek VASILISSA OLGA and GREEK. Church William Arthur. Just want to say hello to all that served on this great ship. further editing and formatting is required,