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History:
DKM Bismarck is one of the most famous warships of World War II. At approximately 45,000 tons, Bismarck and Tirpitz were also the largest ships of the Kreigsmarine. Despite its large size, Bismarck's career was short - only lasting 1 mission. During Operation Rheinburg, Bismarck sunk HMS Hood. However she was damaged in the battle and headed to France for repairs. The Admiralty threw everything they had at Bismarck. A flight of Swordfish flying off Ark Royal damaged Bismarck's rudder, and Bismarck's fate was sealed...
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