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Royalty: Second World War Hospital Ship Offered for Sale

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Royalty served as a hospital ship commissioned by the Navy to tend sick and injured servicemen during the Second World War.

Published 21 September 2026

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Royalty is among the historic vessels currently advertised for sale through National Historic Ships UK. For anyone considering becoming her next custodian, the surviving wartime record is an important part of the vessel’s significance.

Recorded wartime service

National Historic Ships records that Royalty served as a hospital ship during the Second World War, commissioned by the Navy to tend sick and injured soldiers.

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Image and historical record: National Historic Ships UK.

This wartime-service summary is based on the National Historic Ships UK record. The Wartime Vessels Association has not independently verified the record and is not responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions. Prospective purchasers should verify the vessel’s identity, history, ownership, condition and availability directly with the seller and appropriate specialists.