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HMS Valiant (hospital ship)

HMS Valiant was a Royal Navy hospital ship designated to provide medical care during wartime, particularly during World War I and II. As a hospital ship, it was equipped with medical facilities and personnel to treat wounded sailors and soldiers, operating in conflict zones while remaining neutral under international law. Its primary role was to offer safe, specialized care away from combat areas, ensuring the health and recovery of military personnel. The ship's presence underscored the importance of medical support in military operations and adherence to humanitarian principles at sea.