HNoMS Odin (1939)

HNoMS Odin was a Sleipner-class destroyer built for the Royal Norwegian Navy in the late 1930s. She was launched in 1939 but was not fully completed and operational before the German invasion of Norway in April 1940. During the invasion, Odin engaged German forces, playing a part in the defense of Norway. Details regarding the specific actions and engagements of Odin during the invasion period vary in available historical accounts. Ultimately, like many other Norwegian warships, Odin was either captured, scuttled to prevent capture, or managed to escape to Allied countries to continue the fight. The exact fate and disposition of HNoMS Odin after the initial invasion period requires further investigation to confirm definitively. The Sleipner-class destroyers were intended to provide a modern naval capability for Norway, but the swift German invasion severely curtailed their service.