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Common Chest: Starfell Valley: Behind a small tree beside the rocks. The Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River in New-Mexico. [citation needed] This strategy may seem an inexplicable blunder: Langsdorff could perhaps have manoeuvred to keep the British ships at a range where he could destroy them with his 283 mm (11.1 in) guns while remaining out of the effective range of their smaller 6in and 8in guns. Prisoners taken from merchant ships by Admiral Graf Spee who had been transferred to her supply ship Altmark were freed by a boarding party from the British destroyer HMS Cossack, in the Altmark Incident (16 February 1940)—whilst in Jøssingfjord, at the time neutral Norwegian waters. SKIP. [citation needed] Under Article 14, "[a] belligerent war-ship may not prolong its stay in a neutral port beyond the permissible time except on account of damage". Although technically a heavy cruiser because of the calibre of her guns, Exeter was a scaled-down version of the County class. Common Chest: Windwail Highland: Pick 4 carrots and Defeat slimes. [5] After a few minutes, Admiral Graf Spee called Ajax on W/T, probably on the international watchkeeping frequency of 500 kHz, using both ships' pre-war call-signs, with the signal: "please pick up lifeboats of English steamer". 34 in Guelph, Ontario; the Navy League Wrenette Corps (NLWC) Lady Exeter (now disbanded) and the camp shared by all three corps, called Camp Cumberland (this camp no longer exists; it was decommissioned around 1999). According to an article in the German language paper Albertaner on 6 October 2007, Steve Parish, the mayor of Ajax, defended the decision, declaring that Langsdorff had not been a typical Nazi officer. Force G was supported by the oilers RFA Olna, Olynthus, and Orangeleaf. According to Pope, at 11:03 a merchant ship was sighted close to Admiral Graf Spee. Ajax kept to the German's port and Achilles to the starboard. Damage to Graf Spee, although not extensive, was critical because her fuel system was crippled. It was now clear that Admiral Graf Spee was entering the River Plate estuary. During the battle, a total of 108 men had been killed on both sides, including 36 on Admiral Graf Spee. Keurbooms River Nature Reserve, a World Heritage Site, is an exquisite, small reserve of just 740 hectares located in the lush Garden Route region just outside Plettenberg Bay. To protect the feelings of those with painful memories of Nazi Germany, the swastika at the base of the figurehead was covered as it was pulled from the water. The Keurbooms River passes through the reserve bringing an abundance of water from further up in the Tsitsikamma Mountains to enter the ocean through the stunning estuary. At 06:38, Exeter turned so that she could fire her port torpedoes and received two more direct hits from 283 mm (11.1 in) shells. Prisoners who had not been transferred to Altmark had remained aboard Admiral Graf Spee during the battle; they were released on arrival in Montevideo. Overwhelming British forces (HMS Renown, Ark Royal, Shropshire, Dorsetshire, and Neptune) were en route, but would not assemble until 19 December, although they could intercept earlier if Admiral Graf Spee headed north or north east from Montevideo shadowed by Cumberland and her smaller consorts. Ajax turned to starboard at 07:24 and fired her torpedoes at a range of 4.5 miles (3.9 nmi; 7.2 km), causing Graf Spee to turn away under a smoke screen. At the same time, he arranged for British and French merchant ships to steam from Montevideo at intervals of 24 hours, whether they had originally intended to do so or not, thus invoking Article 16. Formed by dams on the Negro, a huge artificial lake extends across the center of the country. Sebastian is nestled between Vero Beach and Melbourne along Indian River Lagoon, considered North America’s most biologically diverse estuary, and is conveniently located across from Sebastian Inlet, Florida’s premier fishing and surfing spot on the east coast, with a vast array of activities and attractions for eco-lovers, adventures seekers and relaxation enthusiasts. While the ship was prevented from leaving the harbour, Captain Langsdorff consulted with his command in Germany. On 22 December 1939 over 1,000 sailors from Admiral Graf Spee were taken to Buenos Aires and interned there; at least 92 were transferred during 1940 to a camp in Rosario, some were transferred to Club Hotel de la Ventana in Buenos Aires Province and another group to Villa General Belgrano, a small town founded by German immigrants in 1932. Exeter was commanded by Captain Frederick Secker Bell. At this point, Exeter was severely damaged, having only "Y" turret still in action under 'local' control, with Jennings on the roof shouting instructions to those inside. Many of the crew members were reported to have moved to Montevideo with the help of local people of German origin. The Rio de la Plata – an estuary of the Uruguay River, forms the western border of the country. At 10:05, Achilles had overestimated Admiral Graf Spee's speed and she came into range of the German guns. But the name of the enemy ship was of course the Graf Spee. At 07:10, the two light cruisers turned to reduce the range from 8 mi (7.0 nmi; 13 km), even though this meant that only their forward guns could fire. A Hunter Marine towboat, near Vicksburg Bridge in Mississippi, pushing 30 loaded barges on the Lower Mississippi River. [8], On 10 February 2006, the 2 m (6 ft 7 in), 400 kg eagle and swastika crest of Admiral Graf Spee was recovered from the stern of the ship. Many German veterans did not approve of this restoration attempt, as they considered the wreck to be a war grave and an underwater historical monument that should be respected. Details on trail access are on the State Park Trail map. Two-thirds of her anti-aircraft guns were knocked out, as well as one of her secondary turrets. This report included information that Ajax, Achilles, Cumberland and Exeter were patrolling the South American coast. During the period before and at the immediate time of the battle, Cumberland (commanded by Captain Walter Herman Gordon Fallowfield) was refitting in the Falkland Islands but was available for sea at short notice. [citation needed], The battle is also significant as it was the first time the current Flag of New Zealand was flown in battle, from HMS Achilles. The battle was a major victory for the British, as the damage to Ajax and Achilles was not sufficient to reduce their fighting efficiency, while Exeter, as badly damaged as she was, was able to reach the Falkland Islands for emergency repairs, before returning to Devonport for a 13-month refit, thus enhancing the reputation of First Lord of the Admiralty Winston Churchill. Harwood's squadron was one of several search groups sent in pursuit by the British Admiralty. The Germans released 61 captive British merchant seamen who had been on board in accordance with their obligations. In Montevideo, the 13th Hague Convention came into play. [citation needed], Also in Canada, the names of the ships, and the commander of Force G, have been used for Cadet Corps. Admiral Graf Spee's scuttling however was a severe embarrassment and difficult to explain on the basis of publicly available facts. Open fire at her!' Map of the River Plate showing possible exit channels. Too high to be visible on mini-map. Enter our next photo contest! This was a political error, since Uruguay, while neutral, had benefited from significant British influence during its development and it favoured the Allies. HMS Ajax (twin turrets) was "played" by HMS Sheffield (triple turrets), HMS Exeter (twin turrets) by HMS Jamaica (triple turrets) and HMS Cumberland by herself (although de-gunned as a trials platform). Three days later, Langsdorff committed suicide. Because of overwhelming numerical superiority, the loss of even all three cruisers would not have severely altered Britain's naval capabilities, whereas Admiral Graf Spee was one of the Kriegsmarine's few capital ships. Read about the many projects and programs we and our partners are implementing to protect and … Langsdorff then asked the Uruguayan government for two weeks to make repairs. In fact the two cruisers had been joined only by Cumberland which had arrived at 22:00 on 14 December, after steaming 1,014 nautical miles (1,878 km; 1,167 mi) from the Falkland Islands in 34 hours, at an average of over 90% of her full trials speed attained over much shorter distances. Graf Spee opened fire on Exeter at 19,000 yd (17,000 m) with her six 283 mm (11.1 in) guns at 06:18. Captain Bell's communications were wrecked. She swung out of line and at 06:16 she signaled by lamp: "I think it is a pocket-battleship", and Captain Bell ordered Flag N hoisted to the yard arm – "Enemy in sight". The British combat instructions for engaging a pocket battleship with a cruiser squadron (which had been devised by Harwood during his period at the Royal Naval War College between 1934 and 1936) specified an attack at once, day or night. [citation needed] By splitting his force, Harwood would force the Germans to either split their fire, reducing its effectiveness, or keep it focused on one opponent, allowing the other vessels to attack with less fear of return fire. For the film depiction, see, First naval battle of the Second World War, The references used may be made clearer with a different or consistent style of. In Argentina the principal river of this system is the Paraná, formed by the confluence of the Paraguay and Alto Paraná rivers. The Germans feared that Uruguay could be persuaded to join the Allied cause. Contest deadline is August 6, 2021. Achilles turned away under a smoke screen. Searchable map/satellite view of the United States. The crew of Admiral Graf Spee were taken to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where Captain Langsdorff committed suicide by gunshot on 19 December. In the ensuing battle, Exeter was severely damaged and forced to retire; Ajax and Achilles suffered moderate damage. The battle was for many years re-enacted with large-scale model boats throughout the summer season at Peasholm Park in the English seaside resort of Scarborough. The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. Common Chest : Brightcrown Mountains: In a tree. Shrapnel swept the bridge, killing or wounding all bridge personnel except the captain and two others. Based at McGraths Hill it is ideally located at the gateway to the Hawkesbury River. Force G, the South American Cruiser Squadron, comprised the County-class heavy cruiser HMS Cumberland of 10,570 long tons (10,740 t) with eight 8-inch (200 mm) guns in four turrets, the York-class heavy cruiser HMS Exeter of 8,390 long tons (8,520 t) with six 8-inch (200 mm) guns in three turrets, and two Leander-class light cruisers, HMS Ajax and Achilles, both of 7,270 long tons (7,390 t) with eight 6-inch (150 mm) guns. This kept Admiral Graf Spee in port and allowed more time for British forces to reach the area. 173 are situated in Ajax, Ontario. For the time being, the total force comprised the undamaged Cumberland with a full ammunition load, and the damaged Ajax and Achilles with depleted stocks of shells. Shortly after, Exeter fired two torpedoes from her starboard tubes but both missed. Lieutenant-Commander Richard Jennings, Exeter's gunnery officer remembers:[2]. Map of the United States Map of the Contiguous United States The map shows the contiguous USA (Lower 48) and bordering countries with international boundaries, the national capital Washington D.C., US states, US state borders, state capitals, major cities, major rivers, interstate highways, railroads (Amtrak train routes), and major airports. From her opening salvo, Graf Spee's gunfire proved fairly accurate, her third salvo straddling Exeter. Langsdorff realised too late that he was facing three cruisers. The British Hospital, for example (where the wounded from the battle were taken), was the leading hospital in the city. To reinforce the propaganda effect, these ships — which were waiting just outside the three-mile limit — were ordered to make smoke, which could be clearly seen from the Montevideo waterfront. Many of its streets are named after Admiral Harwood's crewmen on Ajax, Exeter and Achilles. On the other hand, he knew the British cruisers had a 4–6 kn (4.6–6.9 mph; 7.4–11.1 km/h) speed advantage over Graf Spee and could in principle stay out of range should they choose to do so, standard cruiser tactics in the presence of a superior force, while calling for reinforcements. 89 in Guelph, Ontario; the Navy League Cadet Corps (NLCC) Achilles No. [citation needed]. By 06:50, Exeter listed heavily to starboard, taking water forward. By attacking from two sides, Harwood hoped to give his lighter warships a chance of overcoming the German advantage of greater range and heavier broadside by dividing the enemy's fire. RCSCC Harwood No. Ajax and Achilles shadowed the German ship until she entered the port of Montevideo, the capital city of neutral Uruguay, to effect urgent repairs. [11], After the battle, the new town of Ajax, Ontario, in Canada, constructed as a Second World War munitions production centre, was named after HMS Ajax. For victory, the British only had to damage the raider enough so that she was either unable to make the journey or unable to fight a subsequent battle with the Home Fleet (by contrast the Germans would have to destroy the British force without being severely damaged). Common Chest: Starfell Valley: Behind the rocky outcropping. Exmouth is on the South east coast of Devon where the river Exe meets the sea. Meanwhile, Ajax and Achilles closed to 13,000 yd (12,000 m) and started making in front of Graf Spee, causing her to split her main armament at 06:30 and otherwise use her 149 mm (5.9 in) guns against them. By 07:40, Ajax and Achilles were running low on resources, and the British decided to change tactics, moving to the east under a smoke screen. In 1997, one of Admiral Graf Spee's 149 mm (5.9 in) secondary gun mounts was raised and restored; it can now be seen outside Montevideo's National Maritime Museum. [13] Also in New Zealand, four mountain peaks in the Two Thumb Range region of the South Island are named in commemoration of the battle. Close to Exeter, this vibrant town offers plenty of walking and cycling routes and water sports as well as local shops and restaurants to enjoy all year round. In 1964 a memorial to the ship was erected in Montevideo's port. The German propaganda machine had reported that Admiral Graf Spee had sunk a heavy cruiser and heavily damaged two light cruisers while only being lightly damaged herself. The battle now turned into a pursuit. only the tip of the mast remains above the surface. New Boats. These are Achilles (2,544m), Exeter (2,327m), Ajax (2,319m) and Graf Spee (2,267m). BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE INDIAN RIVER LAGOON NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM. On 15 December 1939, Olynthus refuelled Ajax, which proved a difficult operation; the ship had to use hurricane hawsers to complete the replenishment. [citation needed], A number of streets in Nelson Bay, New South Wales, have been named after the battle including Montevideo Parade, Achilles Street, Ajax Avenue, Harwood Avenue, and Exeter Road (now called Shoal Bay Road). The Río de la Plata (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈri.o ðe la ˈplata] (), lit. A Norwegian freighter saw Admiral Graf Spee practising the use of its searchlights and radioed that its course was toward South America. At 09:46, Harwood signalled to Cumberland for reinforcement and the Admiralty also ordered ships within 3,000 mi (2,600 nmi; 4,800 km) to proceed to the River Plate. Ajax did not reply but a little later the British flagship closed with SS Shakespeare with its lifeboats still hoisted and men still on board. Such a reduced ammunition stock was hardly sufficient for the ship to fight her way out of Montevideo, let alone get back to Germany, when contrasted with the previously unengaged Cumberland's ability to fight at full capacity for about 90 minutes and pursue at equal or higher speed for at least another 2,000 nautical miles (3,700 km; 2,300 mi) before requiring replenishment at sea. Nevertheless, she still steamed at full speed and fired with her one remaining turret. Get out and about today! The Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps (RCSCC) Ajax No. However, Exeter dealt the decisive blow; one of her 8-inch shells had penetrated two decks before exploding in Graf Spee's funnel area, destroying her raw fuel processing system and leaving her with just 16 hours fuel, insufficient to allow her to return home. The British executed their battle plan: Exeter turned north-west, while Ajax and Achilles, operating together, turned north-east to spread Graf Spee's fire. They sighted Graf Spee off the estuary of the River Plate near the coasts of Argentina and Uruguay. Rows of simple crosses in the Cementerio del Norte, in the north of the city of Montevideo, mark the burial places of the German dead. At 06:37, Ajax launched her Fairey Seafox spotter floatplane from its catapult. Exeter opened fire at 06:20, Achilles at 06:21, Exeter's aft guns at 06:22 and Ajax at 06:23. She was not seaworthy and could make only the neutral port of Montevideo. Throughout the battle the crew of the Exeter thought they were fighting the [sister ship] Scheer. He was buried there with full military honours, and several British officers who were present attended. Since the estuary had sandbanks, Harwood ordered Achilles to shadow Admiral Graf Spee while Ajax would cover any attempt to double back through a different channel. to have infuriated Adolf Hitler. The Kriegsmarine heavy cruiser Admiral Graf Spee, commanded by Captain Hans Langsdorff, engaged a Royal Navy squadron, commanded by Commodore Henry Harwood, comprising the cruisers HMS Ajax, HMS Achilles (on loan to the New Zealand Division) and HMS Exeter. He ordered his squadron to steam toward the position 32° south, 47° west. The first major section, the 27 long tons (27 t) heavy gunnery control station, was raised on 25 February 2004. [citation needed], This article is about the naval battle. Click to enter. Achilles had again closed the range and Admiral Graf Spee opened fire, forcing Achilles to turn away. Harwood chose this position, according to his despatch, because of its being the most congested part of the shipping routes in the South Atlantic, and therefore the point where a raider could do the most damage to enemy shipping. View of the Financial District of San Francisco, a port city on a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and the Bay of San Francisco in Western California. 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Achilles was on loan to the New Zealand Division (precursor to the Royal New Zealand Navy) and captained by Edward Parry. The older and larger Cumberland was more powerful than Exeter, with an additional aft turret containing two more 8-inch guns, but was no match on paper for Admiral Graf Spee whose guns had significantly longer range and fired much heavier shells (660 lb against 256 lb). The force was commanded by Commodore Henry Harwood whose flagship was Ajax, captained by Charles Woodhouse. [citation needed] In Auckland, home port of the Royal New Zealand Navy, streets have been named for Achilles, Ajax and Exeter. As I was crossing the compass platform [to his Action Station in the Director Control Tower], the captain hailed me, not with the usual rigmarole of 'Enemy in sight, bearing, etc', but with 'There's the fucking Scheer! Under Article 12, "belligerent war-ships are not permitted to remain in the ports, roadsteads or territorial waters of the said Power for more than twenty-four hours". Admiral Graf Spee had also used two-thirds of her 283 mm (11.1 in) ammunition and had only enough left for approximately a further 20 minutes of firing. [3] She also had a 7° list, was being flooded and being steered with the use of her small boat's compass. This course brought Langsdorff roughly parallel to Exeter. On 17 December Achilles was replenished from Olynthus off Rouen Bank. If during the day, the ships would attack as two units, in this case with Exeter separate from Ajax and Achilles. Although outgunned by Admiral Graf Spee and therefore at a tactical disadvantage, the British did have the upper hand strategically since any raider returning to Germany would have to run the blockade of the North Sea and might reasonably be expected to encounter the Home Fleet. Graf Spee had sailed into the South Atlantic in August 1939, before the war began, and had begun commerce raiding after receiving appropriate authorisation on 26 September 1939. IN THE SPOTLIGHT. At 06:23, a 283 mm (11.1 in) shell burst just short of Exeter, abreast the ship. In February 1940, the wreck was boarded by US Navy sailors from the light cruiser USS Helena. Naugatuck River Greenway – With the clean up of the Naugatuck River over the past several years, the towns in the valley are once again looking at the waterway as an asset rather than a liability. It is expected to take several years to raise the entire wreck. Formed by the confluence of the Alabama and Tombigbee Rivers, the Mobile-Tensaw Delta is a complex network of tidally influenced rivers, creeks, bays, lakes, wetlands, and bayous. The port of Mar del Plata on the Argentine coast and 200 mi (170 nmi; 320 km) south of Montevideo would have been a better choice for Admiral Graf Spee. Admiral Graf Spee entered Montevideo in neutral Uruguay, dropping anchor at about 00:10 on 14 December. More Information. ... At the bottom of the cliff, same level as the river NW of this location. The sun set at 20:48, with Admiral Graf Spee silhouetted against the sun. The British could therefore afford to risk a tactical defeat if it brought strategic victory. [1] Graf Spee had already sighted mastheads and identified Exeter, but initially suspected that the two light cruisers were smaller destroyers and that the British ships were protecting a merchant convoy, the destruction of which would be a major prize. It is also dangerous, as one of the three explosive charges we placed did not explode". Following a raider-warning radio message from the merchantman Doric Star, which was sunk by Admiral Graf Spee off South Africa, Harwood suspected that the raider would try to strike next at the merchant shipping off the River Plate estuary between Uruguay and Argentina. Also relevant was Article 16, of which part reads, "A belligerent war-ship may not leave a neutral port or roadstead until twenty-four hours after the departure of a merchant ship flying the flag of its adversary".[7]. At the same time, the British attempted to feed false intelligence to the Germans that an overwhelming British force was being assembled, including Force H (the aircraft carrier HMS Ark Royal and the battlecruiser HMS Renown) by broadcasting a series of signals, on frequencies known to be intercepted by German intelligence. 02 4577 3522; ian@trmarine.com.au; Toggle navigation Menu . The Germans were entirely deceived, and expected to face a far superior force on leaving the River Plate. A great blue heron rests off a coastal mangrove estuary at Port Manatee, on Tuesday, 6, 2021, in Palmetto, Manatee County, Fla., where authorities responding to a … 244 and NLCC Exeter No. There were no friendly naval bases within reach, nor were any reinforcements available. [5] The British and New Zealand cruisers split up, keeping about 15 mi (13 nmi; 24 km) from Admiral Graf Spee. Part of it is Admiral Graf Spee's anchor. Admiral Graf Spee turned and fired two three-gun salvoes with her fore guns. Calling on the immediate acceleration of his diesel engines, he closed with the enemy squadron at 24 kn (28 mph; 44 km/h) in the hope of engaging the steam-driven British ships before they could work up from cruising speed to full power. Apparently believing that the British had gathered a superior force to await his departure, he ordered the ship to be scuttled. Communications from the aft conning position were also destroyed; the ship had to be steered via a chain of messengers for the rest of the battle. At 09:15, Ajax recovered her aircraft. In February 2004, a salvage team began work raising the wreck. If at night, the ships would remain in company, but in open order. [4], Graf Spee hauled round from an easterly course, now behind Ajax and Achilles, towards the north-west and laid smoke. Quintrex Tinnies & Open Boats; Quintrex Explorer Tinnies; Quintrex Hornets; Quintrex Top Enders; Quintrex Runabouts; Quintrex Bowriders; Quintrex Cabin Boats; Quintrex Renegades; Quintrex Frontier; Quintrex Frees Some of these sailors later settled there. The German dead were buried in the Cementerio del Norte, Montevideo. Take it inshore fishing or crabbing in the Swan River or the Mandurah estuary. At 06:10, smoke was sighted on a bearing of Red-100, or 320° (to the north-west). The Royal Navy assembled nine forces to search for the surface raider. James Cameron filmed the salvage operation. The figurehead was stored in a Uruguayan naval warehouse following German complaints about exhibiting "Nazi paraphernalia".[10]. Captain Parry of Achilles wrote afterwards: "To this day I do not know why the Admiral Graf Spee did not dispose of us in the Ajax and the Achilles as soon as she had finished with the Exeter". [citation needed] The German call-sign was DTGS, confirming to Harwood that the pocket-battleship he had engaged was indeed Admiral Graf Spee. Three sailors killed aboard Achilles were buried in the British Cemetery in Montevideo, while those who died on Exeter were buried at sea. [12] Its main street is named after Admiral Harwood, while a small street was named (after some controversy) for Captain Langsdorff. Harwood ordered the Exeter to investigate. Ultimately, he chose to scuttle his ship in the River Plate estuary on 17 December, to avoid unnecessary loss of life for no particular military advantage, a decision that is said[by whom?] Finch portrays Langsdorff sympathetically as a gentleman. Wangara, WA • 11h. Admiral Graf Spee had been at sea at the start of the Second World War in September 1939, and had sunk several merchantmen in the Indian Ocean and South Atlantic Ocean without loss of life, due to her captain's policy of taking all crews on board before sinking the victim. ", "The Second World War created Ajax. The Achilles, which had been recommissioned in 1948 as HMIS Delhi, flagship of the Royal Indian Navy, played herself in the film. Quintrex 445 Widebody. One of them, Hans Eupel, a former specialist torpedo mechanic, 87 years old in 2005, said that "this is madness, too expensive and senseless. Ajax was again hit by a 283 mm (11.1 in) shell that destroyed her mast and caused more casualties; Graf Spee continued to the south-west. Things to do in Exmouth. Quintrex . Olynthus replenished HMS Ajax and Achilles on 22 November 1939, and Exeter on 26 November, at San Borombon Bay. Admiral Graf Spee had fired a gun and ordered them to stop but when they did not obey orders to leave the ship, Langsdorff decided to continue on his way and Shakespeare had a lucky escape. [citation needed] British diplomats duly pressed for the speedy departure of the Graf Spee. The shadowing continued for the rest of the day until 19:15, when Admiral Graf Spee turned and opened fire on Ajax, which turned away under a smoke screen. [6] Also, had Admiral Graf Spee left port at this time, the damaged Ajax and Achilles would have been the only British warships that it would encounter in the area. THE 2020 ANNUAL REPORT. Initially, the British diplomats in Uruguay — principally Eugen Millington-Drake — made several requests for Admiral Graf Spee to leave port immediately. Olynthus was also directed to keep observation between Medanos and Cape San Antonio, off Argentina south of the River Plate estuary (see chart below). 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