History of HMS Stockham in Timeline

HMS Stockham (K562) was a Captain-class frigate serving in the Royal Navy during World War II. Originally built as a Buckley-class destroyer escort for the United States Navy, she was transferred to the Royal Navy and served from 1943 to 1946. As a Captain-class frigate, she was involved in the naval operations of the war, including convoy escort and anti-submarine warfare. Her service reflects the collaboration between the US and UK navies during the war effort, showcasing the lend-lease program and the crucial role of escort vessels in protecting vital supply lines.

August 1943: Ship Laid Down

On August 25, 1943, the unnamed U.S. Navy destroyer escort DE-97, which would become HMS Stockham, was laid down by Bethlehem-Hingham Shipyard, Inc., in Hingham, Massachusetts.

October 1943: Ship Launched

On October 31, 1943, the destroyer escort DE-97 was launched at Bethlehem-Hingham Shipyard.

December 1943: Transfer to the United Kingdom

On December 28, 1943, the destroyer escort DE-97 was transferred to the United Kingdom upon completion.

December 1943: Commissioned as HMS Stockham

On December 28, 1943, the ship was commissioned into service in the Royal Navy as the frigate HMS Stockham (K562).

1943: Commission during World War II

HMS Stockham, a British Captain-class frigate, was in commission during World War II starting in 1943. The ship was originally constructed as a United States Navy Buckley class destroyer escort.