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Kiev (ship)
''Kiev'' is the name of several ships: Warships * , a coastal defense ship, later renamed ''Vice Admiral Popov'', which served in the Russo-Turkish War. * , a Project 38 that was renamed to ''Ordzhonikidze'', ''Sergo Ordzhonikidze'', and then finally, ''Baku''; which served in World War II. * , a Project 48 that was cancelled due to World War II after being launched * , a Project 1123M that was cancelled in 1969 * , a Project 1143 that was laid down in 1970, launched in 1972, and commissioned in 1975 Civilian ships * (), a of the Soviet Union; see list of icebreakers This is a list of icebreakers and other special icebreaking vessels (except cargo ships and tankers) capable of operating independently in ice-covered waters. Ships known to be in service are presented in bold. Argentina * (1954–1982) * (19 ... * (), a passenger ship of Russia * (), a fishing vessel of Russia * (), a tug of Vietnam See also * Kiev class (other) * Kiev (disambiguatio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Coastal Defense Ship
Coastal defence ships (sometimes called coastal battleships or coast defence ships) were warships built for the purpose of Littoral (military), coastal defence, mostly during the period from 1860 to 1920. They were small, often cruiser-sized warships that sacrificed speed and range for armour and armament. They were usually attractive to nations that either could not afford full-sized battleships or could be satisfied by specially designed shallow-draft vessels capable of littoral operations close to their own shores. The Nordic countries and Thailand found them particularly appropriate for their island-dotted coastal waters. Some vessels had limited Blue-water navy, blue-water capabilities; others operated in Maritime geography#Riverine, rivers. The coastal defence ships differed from earlier Monitor (warship), monitors by having a higher Freeboard (nautical), freeboard and usually possessing both higher speed and a secondary armament; some examples also mounted casemated gun ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Icebreakers
This is a list of icebreakers and other special icebreaking vessels (except cargo ships and tankers) capable of operating independently in ice-covered waters. Ships known to be in service are presented in bold. Argentina * (1954–1982) * (1978–2007, 2017–) * (1980–1989; sank in Antarctica) *A new icebreaking vessel is planned to enter service in the late 2020s. Australia * ''Aurora Australis'' (1990–2020; decommissioned) * '' Nuyina'' (2021–) Austria * ''Eisvogel'' (1955–) * ''Röthelstein'' (1995–) Azerbaijan * ''Kapitan A. Radzhabov'' (1992–1999; laid up) Canada Canadian Coast Guard * (1876–1890; sold) * (1888–1935; broken up) * (1909–1914; sold to Russia) * (1916; 1923–1937; ex-''J.D. Hazen'', ex-''Mikula Seleaninovich''; broken up) * (1929–1967; broken up)Ships of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kyiv (class)
Kyiv (also spelled Kiev) is the capital and most populous List of cities in Ukraine, city of Ukraine. It is in north-central Ukraine along the Dnieper, Dnieper River. As of 1 January 2022, its population was 2,952,301, making Kyiv the List of European cities by population within city limits, seventh-most populous city in Europe. Kyiv is an important industrial, scientific, educational, and cultural center in Eastern Europe. It is home to many High tech, high-tech industries, higher education institutions, and historical landmarks. The city has an extensive system of Transport in Kyiv, public transport and infrastructure, including the Kyiv Metro. The city's name is said to derive from the name of Kyi, one of its four legendary founders. During History of Kyiv, its history, Kyiv, one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, passed through several stages of prominence and obscurity. The city probably existed as a commercial center as early as the 5th century. A Slavs, Slavic sett ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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