Achilles Damaged by Near Miss
A near miss from Graf Spee damages Achilles and briefly disrupts the cruiser's course during the morning battle.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1939-1939
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William Edward Parry Biography and Timeline
Follow William Edward Parry through 4 dated historical records for Great Britain.
William Edward Parry, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1939
Achilles Maintains Pressure after Exeter Withdrawal
After Exeter is forced out of the fight, Parry keeps Achilles engaged alongside Ajax against the German raider.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1939-1939
Achilles Opens Fire during River Plate Battle
Parry's HMS Achilles opens fire with six-inch guns while operating with Ajax against Graf Spee.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1939-1939
Achilles Shadows Graf Spee toward Port
Parry's cruiser helps shadow Graf Spee toward Montevideo after Harwood breaks off the close daylight engagement.
Role range: 1939-1945 – 1939-1939
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