She was launched in 1966, and accepted into British Army service in 1967. The design calls for a fast troop and vehicle carrier capable of discharging onto beaches. After the devastation caused by Hurricane Mitch, she was deployed to the coasts of Honduras and Nicaragua in November 1998 as part of Operation Tellar, the British humanitarian relief effort. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website, by continuing to use the site you agree to cookies being used.Accept Cookies More info. With their bow and stern doors, they were capable of handling quick roll-on/roll-off operations and could effectively beach themselves due to their shallow draught. She shared the Wilkinson Sword of Peace award with RFA BLACK ROVER for their outstanding contribution to humanitarian aid engaged with RN units in Operation Caribbean Fury off the coast of Honduran-Nicaraguan border. Task Group 326.02, of which she was part of, received the Wilkinson Sword of Peace for their efforts. Renamed TV Tristram, she was anchored at a four-point mooring system in Portland Harbour, close to the southern ship channel. From December, she was part of the first rotation of forces under Operation Veritas, which supported the American Operation Enduring Freedom against the Taliban government of Afghanistan. Tristram underwent a month-and-a-half refit at Queen's Pier, Portland Port, in March-April 2013. RFA Sir Tristram (L3505) is a Landing Ship Logistics of the Round Table class.She was launched in 1966, and accepted into British Army service in 1967. She was taken around to Port Stanley to be used as an accommodation hulk while a decision was made about her future, 11 June 1982 her crew together with the survivors from RFA SIR GALAHAD (1) were transferred to STUFT ATLANTIC CAUSEWAY for onward movement to the STUFT BP tanker BRITISH TRENT which transported them to Ascension Island arriving on 23 June 1982 from where they were flown back to RAF Brize Norton in the U.K, 16 May 1983 left Port Stanley aboard the Danish heavy-lift semi-submersible DAN LIFTER for the U.K. for rebuilding, 13 June 1983 arrived Teeside and was refloated, 14 June 1983 was towed to the Tyne for inspection, 10 August 1984 the contract to rebuild and lengthen her was awarded to Tyne Shiprepairers Ltd., Wallsend and she entered drydock for a 14 month rebuilding programme, 2 October 1985 was awarded her Falkland Islands 1982 Battle Honour at Newcastle by Mr A Kemp DGST (N). 11 February 1969 the Aberdeen Evening Express reported - 19 January 1970 at Tobruk loading military stores, ammuntion, 43 vehicles and 76 passengers during the withdrawl of British Forces from Libya. RFA Sir Tristram (L3505) is a Landing Ship Logistics of the Round Table class. Carried Official guests from Southampton Ocean Terminal along the lines of ship being reviewed by HM the Queen and returned them to Southampton Ocean Terminal, 17 November 1979 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 7 February 1980 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 24 January 1980 sailed Harwich to Ulrik, Norway, 26 January 1980 arrived at Ulrik, Norway for Army winter exercises - unloaded troops and equipment, 29 January 1980 berthed at Marchwood Military port, 13 February 1980 sailed for the Panama Canal, 12 March 1980 berthed alongside at Prince Rupert to unload dead tanks, 14 March 1980 local school children given a conducted tour around the ship by junior officers, 23 March 1980 the ships officers played a local football team - the ship lost, J/RO Robin Hookham - unknown - unknown - Captain R W Wallace (?) RFA Sir Tristram (L3505) is a Landing Ship Logistics of the Round Table class.She was launched in 1966, and accepted into British Army service in 1967. The Editor of www.historicalrfa.org and the Committee of the RFA Historical Society wish to make clear that this site is the product of private research and is not affiliated to any other organisation. The work was carried out by over thirty staff of UK Docks Marine Services of Sunderland, under a contract worth over £1 million, which had been put out to tender by Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) in August 2012. She was towed out of Portland Harbour on 24 October, bound for No. RFA Sir Tristram & MV Dan Lifter late 1982.JPG 1,532 × 1,032; 299 KB RFA Sir Tristram (L3505) (28685493662).jpg 3,732 × 2,488; 7.26 MB US Navy 030624-D-0000X-001 The Commanding Officer of the British Royal Navy's landing ship logistic RFA Sir Tristram (L 3505) shakes hands with one of the rescued crewmembers of the ill fated Egyptian cargo ship MV Green.jpg 2,078 × 1,356; 1.36 MB No comments yet. As with others of her class, she was transferred to the Royal Fleet Auxiliary in 1970. RFA Sir Tristram (L3505) is a Landing Ship Logistics of the Round Table class. 'Valuable addition' A survey of the hull's thickness resulted in repairs being made to the steel work. RFA Sir Tristram (viirinumero L3505) oli Britannian kuninkaallisen tukilaivaston (engl. Alongside Sir Bedivere and Sir Geraint, she also formed part of a task force bound for the British Honduras in January 1972 after intelligence was received of an imminent Guatemalan invasion. Her crew were evacuated to the LPD’s HMS FEARLESS and HMS INTREPID. As her overall condition remained good, it was felt she was well-suited for such a role. Once converted, she was set to replace the 1945-built former maintenance and repair ship HMS Rame Head, which had been used by the Special Boat Service for training at Portsmouth since the 1970s. Launch of ship and active service (1965-2005) Sir Tristram was ordered by the Ministry of Transport in April 1965 and was the fifth ship of the Round Table-class of landing ship logistics. SCAN-TELE-01328659 This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website, by continuing to use the site you agree to cookies being used.Accept Cookies More info. On 8 June, while transporting men and equipment to Fitzroy Cove alongside the Sir Galahad, Sir Tristram was attacked by A-4 Skyhawks from Argentine Air Force's V Brigada Aérea. RFA Sir Tristram (L3505) is a Landing Ship Logistics of the Round Table class. RFA Sir Tristram 1970 - 2005 photos and movies ; Sir Tristram More. However, negotiations between the contractor and Portland Port Ltd allowed the ship to be moved to Queen's Pier instead. This site does not represent the views or opinions of the Commodore RFA or the Royal Fleet Auxiliary Service. Sir Tristram was then towed by the tug Red Wolf to A&P's facility at Falmouth, arriving there on 2 May 2007. Launched in 1966 and transferred to the Royal Fleet Auxiliary in 1970, she served in the Falklands War of 1982 and sustained major damage in an air attack at Fitroy. 2nd EO P A Henry GM. Find the perfect Rfa Sir Tristram stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. A 50 metre exclusion zone is in constant effect around the ship, and patrol boats are often active for safety purposes when training operations take place. It was originally intended for the work to be undertaken at Tristram’s mooring. The project involved shot blasting of the hull, paint preparation repairs and repainting, and anode system renewals. She was one of ten ships of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary to receive the battle honour for "Kuwait 1991". She was launched in 1966, and accepted into British Army service in 1967. She was launched in 1966, and accepted into British Army service in 1967. She returned there in November as part of an Amphibious Ready Group under Operation Silkman, and again in May 2001 to succeed Sir Percivale as support ship of the British forces. She made four journeys to Tobruk to collect troops, vehicles and equipment, and take them either to the UK, Malta or Cyprus. While on passage south the ship received a signal to divert to Long Beach, CA to pick up 2 Buccaneer aircraft for onward transportation to the UK, 28 March 1980 alongside Long Beach, California container berth, Two Buccaneer aircraft awaiting to be loaded onto RFA Sir Tristram, 3 April 1980 sailed to Panama City arriving 12 April 1980 and berthed alongside, 14 April 1980 transitted Panama Canal northbound, 29 April 1980 berthed at Hull to unload aircraft, 1 May 1980 berthed alongside at Marchwood Military Port, 6 October 1980 berthed alongside at Marchwood Military Port, 31 December 1981 at Marchwood Military Port, 10 June 1981 2nd Officer Roger B Thomas discharged dead, 2 April 1982 was diverted from Belize to Ascension Island to join the Amphibious Landing Group for Operation Corporate - the Falklands Conflict, 29 April 1982 sailed Ascension Island in company with RFA’s SIR GALAHAD (1), SIR GERAINT, SIR LANCELOT, SIR PERCIVALE and PLUMLEAF (2) and HM ships FEARLESS, INTREPID and ANTELOPE, 8 May 1982 entered the TEZ (Total Exclusion Zone) around the Falkland Islands, 21 May 1982 entered San Carlos Water with the Amphibious Landing Force, 6 June 1982 sailed San Carlos for Fitzroy Creek, 7 June 1982 anchored Fitzroy Creek and commenced discharge, 8 June 1982 was bombed and extensively damaged by Argentinian Skyhawk aircraft at Port Pleasant, Fitzroy Creek just south of Bluff Cove. She will have bow and stern loading facilities for tanks and military vehicles, ramp loading hatches, cargo handling cranes and provision for carrying and launching pontoons. The RLC had various functional stands around the ship representing their various disciplines. Cargo capacity could include 16 light tanks, 34 mixed vehicles, 122 tonnes of fuel and 31 tonnes of ammunition. x 58’ 10” x 13’00”. Just better. Permanently anchored in Portland Harbour and used by the … Initially, the ship was placed at No. She could carry 340 troops or, when necessary, 534 for short periods. Rame Head ceased service in her training role in March 2008, and was subsequently sold for recycling and towed to Belgium in February 2009. Official Number: 334639 Class: SIR LANCELOT CLASS Landing Ship LogisticsPennant No: L3505Laid down: 14 March 1966 Builder: Hawthorne Leslie, HebburnLaunched: 12 December 1966Into Service: 1970 Out of service: 16 December 2005 Fate: Items of historic interest involving this ship: -, Background Data: In December 1961 the following announcement was made: War Office Military Supply Ship: “A 6000t ocean-going twin screw military supply vessel has been ordered by the MOT from the Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Co Ltd at Govan, who are to develop the final specifications of the ship, which is expected to cost about £1million. - our consultants are –Tom Adams MBE MCIJJames R Smith RFA 1/O(X) (ret'd). At Wallsend. No comments yet. The class's primary purpose was to provide a supporting role as landing ship logistics (LSL) to amphibious warfare ships. On 8 June, while transporting men and equipment to Fitzroy Cove alongside the Sir Galahad, Sir Tristram was attacked by A-4 Skyhawks from Argentine Air Force's V Brigada Aérea (FAA), each loaded with three 500 lb Mark 82 bomb. RFA Sir Galahad 8th June 1982 Killed in Action: 3rd EO C F Hailwood. With interest from a number of companies within the UK industry, A&P Group won the conversion contract, which was worth over £1.75 million. Memorial panel to RFA Sir Tristram In 1983 she was taken back to the UK, repaired and re-entered service in 1985. One bomb passed across the tank deck entered 25 tank Port where partial detonation occured blowing out, a large plate on the port quarter and causing damage to the forward bulkhead. Sir Tristam played a role in the Falklands War of 1982. RFA SIR TRISTRAM L3505: Added: Jul 14, 2008: Captured: IMO: 6704373: Hits: 8,306: Photo Category: Training Ships: Description: RFA SIR TRISTRAM built 1966 and Deccommisioned 17 December 2005. Also included are the RMAS and it's predecessors and Army vessels. Conversion work was completed a week ahead of schedule in August. Tristram was then towed back to Portland, arriving on 12 December to continue her training role. Mechanical works were also undertaken and new boarding platforms installed. Dimensions now 442’05”(o.a.) Kings Hussars after a tour of duty in the Province, 29 August 1973 stood by over a minature submarine unable to surface from a depth of 1,500 feet 150 miles SW of Cork while rescue submarines were flown to Cork City, 30 August 1973 the Times newspaper reported -, 8 September 1973 with HMS HECATE she stood by a dramatic three day rescue operation of men from the deep submergence submarine PISCES 111 off the Atlantic coast of Southern Ireland, 7 March 1975 arrived Plymouth Sound from the sea and berthed on 13 Wharf in Devonport Dockyard, 11 March 1975 moved from 13 Wharf into No: 10 dock at Devonport Dockyard, 9 April 1975 moved from No: 10 dock at Devonport Dockyard to No: 7 Wharf - bows north, 16 April 1975 moved from No: 7 wharf at Devonport Dockyard to No: 1 Jetty, 18 April 1975 sailed from Devonport Dockyard to the sea returning later to No: 1 Jetty (Bows South), 22 April 1975 sailed from No: 1 Jetty, Devonport Dockyard to the sea returning later to No: 1 Jetty, 25 April 1975 sailed from No: 1 Jetty, Devonport Dockyard to Plymouth Sound making fast to 'D' Buoy. RFA Sir Tristram (L3505) is a Landing Ship Logistics of the Round Table class.She was launched in 1966, and accepted into British Army service in 1967. Captain (X) Robin Green DSC RFA was her Commanding Officer, 16 October 1985 while berthed on HMS BELFAST was open to the public for two hours, 25 October 1985 Captain (X) Peter J Lannin RFA appointed as Master, 17 August 1986 at Marchwood Military Port, April 1988 together with RFA SIR PERCIVALE involved in Exercise Dragon Hammer in the Mediterranean, 31 August 1988 until 21 September 1988 together with all the other LSL's with the exception of RFA SIR LANCELOT was involved in Exercise Teamwork 88, 14 October 1988 at Marchwood and Captain Pat Thompson RFA appointed as Master, 4 November 1988 Captain Anthony Pitt DSC RFA appointed in command while also Marine Superintendent RFA HQ at Empress State Building, 22 August 1989 Captain Peter Robinson RFA appointed as Commanding Officer, 6 September 1990 her deployment, and that of RFA SIR GALAHAD (2), to the Gulf area was authorised following the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, 28 September 1990 sailed from Marchwood Military Port for the Persian Gulf, 26 November 1990 Captain Brian J Waters RFA appointed as Commanding Officer, 28 September 1990 sailed Marchwood Military Port for service during Operation Granby - the Gulf War - carrying armoured repair and recovery vehicles as well as machinery and supplies for the 7th Armoured Brigade, 9 December 1990 sailed Marchwood Military Port bound for Al Jubayl, 26 December 1990 suffered heavy weather damage but continued on passage to the Gulf Area, April 1991 arrived home from the Persian Gulf, 1991 was awarded the Kuwait 1991 Battle Honour along with ten other RFA‘s, 24 March 1992 together with RFA SIR BEDIVERE assisted in returning Royal Marines from Exercises in Norway, 24 June 1992 Captain Shane Redmond OBE RFA appointed as Commanding Officer, 29 September 1992 Captain Peter Robinson RFA appointed as Commanding Officer, 4 January 1993 arrived at and sailed same day from Devonport, 17 January 1993 sailed from Devonport but returned the same day after a fire, 19 January 1993 sailed Devonport after repairs, 7 April 1993 sailed from Devonport to carry out a compass swing, 4 May 1993 sailed Devonport together with RFA's SIR BEDIVERE and SIR GERAINT, 4 September 1993 together with RFA SIR BEDIVERE arrived Devonport and sailed the following day, 3 December 1993 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 8 December 1993 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 30 March 1994 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 21 April 1994 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, April/May 1994 involved in Exercise Dynamic Impact 94 with RFA's SIR GERAINT and RFA SIR GALAHAD (2), 9 June 1994 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 26 July 1994 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 4 August 1994 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 21 September 1994 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 3 October 1994 sailed Marchwood Military Port, 2 March 1995 on the DG range at Devonport then sailed to sea, 26 March 1995 arrived Marchwood Military Port, 31 March 1995 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 21 April 1995 arrived and sailed from Devonport, 18 May 1995 arrived at Marchwood Military Port, 24 July 1995 arrived at Marchwood Military Port, 4 August 1995 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 4 September 1995 berthed at Millbay Docks, Plymouth, 5 September 1995 sailed from Millbay Docks, Plymouth, 21 September 1995 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 9 March 1996 Captain Anthony F Pitt DSC RFA appointed as Commanding Officer, 25 July 1996 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 9 September 1996 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 10 September 1996 berthed at Pembroke Dock, 11 September 1996 sailed from Pembroke Dock, 22 September 1996 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 27 September 1996 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 1 October 1996 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 7 October 1996 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 15 October 1996 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 20 October 1996 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 5 November 1996 berthed at Portsmouth Dockyard, November 1996 Captain James Murchie RFA was in command, 11 November 1996 sailed from Portsmouth Dockyard to Marchwood Military Port arriving the same day, 18 November 1996 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 21 November 1996 berthed Marchwood Military Port, 2 December 1996 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 16 December 1996 berthed at Marchwood Military Port sailing the same day for Zeebruge, 19 December 1996 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 20 December 1996 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 8 January 1997 berthed at Harstad sailing the same day for Plymouth, 18 January 1997 berthed at Trondheim sailing the same day for Marchwood Military Port, 21 January 1997 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 22 January 1997 sailed from Marchwood Military Port, 27 January 1997 berthed at Sørreisa, Norway, 28 January 1997 sailed from Sørreisa, Norway for Marchwood Military Port, 11 May 1998 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 13 July 1998 berthed at Marchwood Military Port, 17 December 1998 Humanitarian relief - arrived Marchwood Military Port following a West Indies Deployment which included Operation Tellar - relief operations off the coasts of Honduras and Nicaragua following destruction and floods caused by Hurricane Mitch. The vessel, which supplied navy warships with fuel, food and ammunition since 1970, is being replaced by more modern vessels. Select from premium Rfa Sir Tristram of the highest quality. 3 Dry Dock before being relocated to Queen's Wharf in late June. A collection of over 3600 photos, started in 2006 with photos by George Mortimore. Sir Tristram then received its pendant number L3505. Together with RFA's Lyness and Sir Geriant, she embarked from Southampton Ocean Terminal to take official guests around the fleet. RFA Sir Tristram L-3505 seen passing under the Tower Bridge, London, England. After a distinguished career including service in the Gulf War and Balkan Conflicts, she continued in service with the RFA until 2007 when she was converted into a Training Ship and was still in use for this purpose in 2020. Having suffered an engine room fire while at Norway in March 2004, she immediately underwent repairs at Harstad, and saw further refits and maintenance in 2005 at Greenock. 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