HMAS Vampire (D11)

HMAS Vampire (D11) was an Australian Royal Navy destroyer launched in 1956, designed for fleet defense and combat. Equipped with advanced missile and gun systems for anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare, it played a key role in Australia's naval operations during the Cold War era. The vessel's agile design allowed rapid response and versatile mission capabilities. After decades of service, HMAS Vampire was decommissioned in 1986, representing a significant chapter in Australia's maritime defense history.