HMS Ascension

HMS Ascension was a Royal Navy ship, specifically a support vessel used primarily for logistical purposes. Commissioned in the early 1980s, it played a vital role in operations, particularly during the 1982 Falklands War, where it helped transport troops and supplies. The ship was named after Ascension Island, a remote British territory in the South Atlantic. HMS Ascension was equipped to support various naval missions and contributed significantly to maritime operations before being decommissioned in the late 1990s. Its service marked an important aspect of the Royal Navy’s operational capabilities during its active years.