Has British Navy ever conducted shore bombardment of facilities in Iceland rather than return them to Iceland?

Question

Has the United Kingdom ever built a military base on Iceland which was then destroyed by British ships rather than turn the facilities over to the Icelandic govervnment?

Answer 1

Not to my knowledge. It is quite possible, though. Prior to the U.S. military installation at Keflavik, the nation was a territory of Denmark, which was an ally of the British during WW2. So, that is why it is quite possible that the British military may have done such a thing.

Also, the U.S. military hosted foreign military battalions for joint NATO training exercises. So, the British have been to Iceland even after WW2.

I lived their for about 2 1/2 yrs. I don't ever recall any mention of it, but like I said . . . . . it is possible.

I would suggest asking a military history professor, with an expertise in WW2 history in the North Atlantic. That person would know for sure.

Answer 2

Its no the British navy...it's the Royal Navy and as far as i know no

Answer 3

no

Answer 4

No.