HMS Meteor (1914)

HMS Meteor was a Thornycroft M class destroyer that served in the Royal Navy.

Built by Thornycroft & Company, Southampton, she was launched on the 24 July 1914.

HMS Meteor saw extensive service throughout the First World War. She maintained continuous operations both as a convoy escort, and in harbour protection.

On October 17, 1914 she was sent to investigate the German hospital ship Ophelia. As it approached for boarding and inspection it was observed that Ophelia's commander, Dr. Pfeiffer, threw overboard a number of documents and secret codes. The Ophelia was seized by the English as a spy ship and renamed the SS Huntly.

Served with the Harwich Force 1914-1917. Converted to a minelayer in 1917 she served with the 20th Flotilla. Sold for scrapping in May 1921.