The Squdron parading in the open waters east-north-east of the Gålö base. Note the moored navy ship in the background (yellow circle) -  HMS Dristigheten. This ship was built in 1901 as a 1st class armoured vessel. In 1927 she was converted into an aircraft depot ship. Her heavy and medium guns were removed and she got a larger th deckhouse with space for workshops etc. A heavy crane was fitted for hoisting aircraft aboard. Photo at bottom of the side. 

When F 2 rebased to Gålö in 1940, Dristigheten was initially used as a receiving ship.  

To the right of Dristigheten, you can see the main base area at Gålö. Compare with the chart below!

Chart over Stockholm area. Hägernäs, ordinary base of F2 at top.

© Lars Henriksson

Updated 2010-03-16