From 1963 to 1965 Defender was refitted for the second and last time, losing the forward torpedo tubes and gaining the Type 903 fire-control radar. HMS Defender was alongside in Barbados 30 November 1966 for the Independence ceremony.The Duke & Duchess of Kent represented the Queen.
Between 1963 and 1965, Defender underwent a second refit, losing its forward torpedo tubes and acquiring new radar equipment. HMS Defender was docked in Barbados on November 30, 1966 for Independence. The Duke & Duchess of Kent represented the Queen.