Join us as we delve into the intriguing and tragic story of HMS Vanguard, one of the Royal Navy's St. Vincentclass battleships from the 1907 estimates. While she may have been one of the older dreadnoughts at the outbreak of World War I, her role in the Great War and her sudden, catastrophic end make her a ship worth remembering. In this video, we explore the events leading up to that fateful night on July 9, 1917, when Vanguard mysteriously exploded and disappeared within moments. Out of the 800 brave men on board, only two survived, making it one of the largest disasters in Royal Navy history. We approach this controversial subject with a commitment to providing factual information, drawing from various credible sources linked in the description below. Discover the routine life aboard HMS Vanguard, its practice drills, and the changes in Scapa Flow throughout the war. Learn how the Royal Navy's safety protocols, or the lack thereof, played a significant role in the ship's tragic fate. We also investigate the theories surrounding the explosion, from negligence in cordite stowage to the possibility of enemy action. Dive into the findings of the official inquiry board and their attempts to uncover the truth behind Vanguard's destruction. The wreck of HMS Vanguard still rests in Scapa Flow, serving as a war grave and a reminder of the importance of safety measures in naval warfare.

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