Historical Events tagged with "blücher"
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Military & Warfare
Launch of SMS Blücher, Final Armored Cruiser
April 11th, 1908 116 years ago
The SMS Blücher, the last armored cruiser built by the Imperial German Navy, was launched at the Germaniawerft shipyard in Kiel. Designed to project Germany's naval power, the Blücher was notable for its size and modern features. Its launch was attended by high-ranking naval officials and marked a significant moment in naval shipbuilding, showcasing Germany's industrial capabilities and ambitions on the seas.
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