FRANCE

The British fleet, including cruisers Liverpool, Newcastle, and Euryalus, anchored at Carne after spring manoeuvres. Sailors enjoyed shore leave with various activities available. Lord Mountbatten attended a local show, and prizes were later presented by the former Viceroy, now commanding the 1st Cruiser Squadron.

Which ships were part of the British fleet that anchored at Carne?

• York, Exeter, and Southampton

• Birmingham, Sheffield, and Manchester

• Liverpool, Newcastle, and Euryalus

• Belfast, Edinburgh, and Glasgow

What were the sailors looking forward to after anchoring at Carne?

• A naval parade

• A spot of shore leave

• A training exercise

• A formal dinner

What activity was available ashore for the sailors?

• A display of jumping

• A fishing competition

• A sailing race

• A music concert

Who enjoyed the show at Carne?

• The local residents

• The former Viceroy

• Lord Mountbatten

• The sailors

Who presented the prizes after the show?

• The captain of the Liverpool

• The mayor of Carne

• The former Viceroy

• The admiral of the fleet