French Destroyer Chevalier Paul

The Chevalier Paul was a French Destroyer, part of the six Vauquelin-Class Destroyers.

Early History
Chevalier was constructed in 1932(March 21) and completed in 1934(July 20). After Frances defeat she became part of the Vichy French Navy.

Vichy French service
Main Article: Vichy Navy and Operation Exporter

On June 11th, 1941 she departed from Toulon and was headed to Beirut, carrying fuel needed to combat the British in Operation Exporter. She attempted to avoid detection from the British but allied intelligence found her.

Sinking
Six British Torpedo Bombers attacked her. Cheveliers crew radioed for help. Destroyers Valmy and Guepard departed from Beirut to her rescue but we're immediately intercepted. Valmay and Guepard again attempted to come to her rescue but we're too late. The destroyers then saved Chevalier's remaining crew.