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H.M.C.S. Uganda arrives at Esquismalt, B.C., after service in the Pacific. It was Canada's first cruiser only ship fighting in Pacific Waters. The 8,0(...)

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H.M.C.S. Uganda arrives at Esquismalt, B.C., after service in the Pacific. It was Canada's first cruiser only ship fighting in Pacific Waters. The 8,0(...)

Date8/11/1945

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Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: H.M.C.S. Uganda arrives at Esquismalt; B.C.; after service in the Pacific. It was Canada's first cruiser only ship fighting in Pacific Waters. The 8;000-ton cruiser entered the harbor as news of Japan's surrender offer was announced. After semi-annual repairs and replacement of 520 crew members; she is expected to rejoin the Pacific fleet

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Cruisers (Warships)

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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0010362F

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