In November 1952 '' Surprise '' returned to Portsmouth . As the Royal Yacht was still under construction '' Surprise '' was selected for conversion for use by Queen Elizabeth II in the Coronation Review . The forward twin 4 inch mounting was replaced by a special viewing platform . The work was completed in March 1953 , and after trials in the English Channel , the ship was deployed at Portsmouth . She then sailed to the Solent and took part in the Fleet Review by Queen Elizabeth II on 15 June 1953 . All members of ship 's company were subsequently awarded Coronation Medal . The Royal Crest fitted in front of the bridge was retained as a permanent feature to commemorate her service . '' Surprise '' returned to Malta in July to resume her previous duties
Coronation Medal
Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal
HMS Surprise (K346)