HMT Laurel (T 29)

HMT Laurel (T 29) was a trawler launched in 1930 that the Admiralty acquired in 1935 and converted to a minesweeper. She served throughout World War II before being sold in 1946. After many years commercial service she was scrapped in 1955.

History
United Kingdom
NameHMS Laurel
Launched15 May 1930
Completed12 June 1930.
AcquiredNovember 1935
Out of service1946
FateBroken up 1955
General characteristics
TypeMinesweeper Trawler
Tonnage365 tons (gross); 590 tons (displacement)
Length141 ft 3 in (43.05 m)
Beam24 ft 6 in (7.47 m)
Armament1 x 4" gun
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