~ HMS Lagos (D44) Ships Crest, Battle Class Destroyer ~
This circular bronze plaque is painted and depicts a golden hawk on a wreath against a blue background. It has been mounted onto a wooden backboard, ready for hanging. It would have been aboard ship, probably in a mess room.
~ HMS Lagos ~
HMS Lagos (D44) was a Battle-class destroyer of the Royal Navy. She was named in honour of the Battle of Lagos which happened in 1759 off the coast of Portugal, between the Royal Navy and a French fleet, resulting in a British victory.
Lagos was built by Cammell Laird of Birkenhead. She was one of ten battle class destroyers ordered under the 1942 naval estimates. She was launched on 4 August 1944 and commissioned on 2 November 1945. Her pennant number was originally 'R44', which was later (post-1948) changed to 'D44' when the Royal Navy rationalised the numbering system. In 1960, Lagos was decommissioned, being scrapped at Bo'ness in 1967.
~ Dimensions ~
The crest has a diameter of 8 inches (20.3cm), a height of 9.5 inches (24.1cm) and a depth of 1.5 inches (4cm). It weighs 2.78kg.
~ Condition ~
The crest is in excellent condition. Traces of metal polish remain.
