The BAP Ferré (DM-74) was a Daring-class destroyer that served with the Peruvian Navy from 1973 until her decommissioning in 2007. Originally built for the Royal Navy as HMS Decoy (D106), she was constructed by Yarrow Shipbuilders at the Scotstoun shipyard. Laid down on September 22, 1946, and launched on March 29, 1949, Decoy was completed and commissioned into the Royal Navy in 1953. The vessel measured 390 feet (118.87 meters) in overall length, with a beam of 43 feet (13.11 meters) and a draught of 13 feet (3.96 meters) at deep load. Her displacement was approximately 2,610 long tons (2,650 tonnes) standard, increasing to 3,350 long tons (3,400 tonnes) at deep load. Decoy's construction featured part-welded steel with early use of aluminum internal bulkheads, reflecting innovative manufacturing techniques of the period. She was powered by two Babcock & Wilcox boilers producing steam at 650 psi and 850°F, driving two English Electric turbines rated at 54,000 shaft horsepower for a maximum speed of 34 knots. Her armament included three twin 4.5-inch (113 mm) gun mounts, multiple Bofors 40 mm anti-aircraft guns, two quintuple torpedo tube mounts for 21-inch torpedoes, and a Squid anti-submarine mortar. The ship also featured splinter armor protection on key areas. Throughout her career, HMS Decoy participated in notable events such as the 1953 Coronation Fleet Review, Mediterranean deployments, and the Suez Operation in 1956. She briefly experienced steering gear failure in 1957, resulting in her running aground. In the early 1960s, she underwent trials for the Royal Navy’s Sea Cat missile system, which was later removed. After a major refit at Devonport Dockyard, she was recommissioned in 1963, joining the 21st Escort Squadron. She served in various capacities, including escort duties in the West Indies and Far East, and was involved in testing missile systems. In 1969, Decoy was sold to Peru, renamed BAP Ferré after a war hero, and underwent extensive refitting at Birkenhead before entering Peruvian service in 1973. During her time with the Peruvian Navy, she continued to serve actively, including testing her Exocet missile system. After 54 years of combined service across two navies, BAP Ferré was decommissioned on July 13, 2007, marking the end of a distinguished maritime career.

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