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Dunkerque
Dunkerque was a French battleship that served in the Second World War. She was one of the most powerful ships in the French fleet, and she was involved in several major battles. However, she was also one of the most unlucky ships in the war, and she was sunk in 1942.
Dunkerque was laid down in 1935 and launched in 1937. She was armed with 15-inch guns and had a top speed of 32 knots. She was also equipped with a powerful anti-aircraft battery.
Dunkerque was assigned to the French Mediterranean Fleet. In 1940, she was involved in the Battle of Mers-el-Kebir, where she fought against the British Royal Navy. Dunkerque was heavily damaged in the battle, but she was able to escape to Toulon.
In 1942, Dunkerque was scuttled by the French to prevent her from falling into German hands. She was later raised by the Germans and used as a target ship. She was finally sunk in 1944 by a British air attack.
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