Terror was a Furor-class destroyer of the Spanish Navy, constructed in the United Kingdom by Thomson, which later became Clydebank Engineering & Shipbuilding Co. She was laid down on 9 February 1896, launched on 28 August 1896, and completed by 20 November 1896. The vessel featured a typical design of the era’s torpedo boat destroyers, with three funnels and intended primarily for defending larger ships against torpedo boat attacks while also carrying torpedoes for offensive purposes. Commissioned into service in 1896, Terror quickly became involved in the Spanish–American War. She was part of Vice Admiral Pascual Cervera y Topete’s 1st Squadron, which was ordered to concentrate at São Vicente in the Cape Verde Islands. During her voyage from Cádiz, she experienced mechanical problems and consumed excess coal, which hampered her operational readiness. Despite these issues, she arrived at São Vicente in April 1898, shortly before Spain’s declaration of war. As the war progressed, Terror participated in the blockade of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Notably, during the Second Battle of San Juan on 22 June 1898, she engaged American forces alongside other Spanish vessels. During this engagement, Terror attempted a torpedo attack on the USS St. Paul but was heavily damaged by gunfire, resulting in multiple hits and the loss of two crew members. The damage was severe enough that she had to be beached to prevent sinking. Following her damage at San Juan, Terror remained under repair until September 1898, after which she returned to Spain. She was later converted into a minelayer around 1920, reflecting a shift in her role. Ultimately, her service ended in 1924 when she was scrapped. Throughout her career, Terror served as a significant component of Spain’s naval efforts during a pivotal period, exemplifying the transition of early destroyers from combat vessels to auxiliary roles.

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