HC Deb 01 December 1909 vol 13 c477
Lord BALCARRES (for Mr. Ashley)

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty what steps are being taken to replace the destroyers "Blackwater" and "Lee," which have been lost this year?

Dr. MACNAMARA

Two destroyers of approximately similar design to the "Blackwater" have been purchased ready built from a British firm, and added to the Navy list.