The ship had been damaged and was en route to Portland Harbour when much nearer harbours were available.
She remained at Devonport until 26 May, and then moved to Portland Harbour.
The ship was beached following serious structural failure, amidst fears she would not reach nearby Portland Harbour.
An explosion caused by a faulty torpedo sank her in Portland Harbour with the loss of 13 lives.
His aircraft crashed into Portland Harbour during an air raid.
In 1956, the fort was abandoned as it was no longer required to protect the entrance of Portland Harbour.
Also in Portland Harbour were a number of other ships, which were hit in the attack.
She had to reduce speed and did not reach anchorage in Portland Harbour until about 2300 hrs.
Portland Harbour and Weymouth Bay are the main areas used for sailing.
It is the second largest of four breakwaters which create Portland Harbour.