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The size and sophistication of a T.S. varied by the nationality, date of design and type of vessel.  Generally, the later and larger ships of the most technologically advanced nations boasted the largest dimensions, headcount and machinery.
 
The size and sophistication of a T.S. varied by the nationality, date of design and type of vessel.  Generally, the later and larger ships of the most technologically advanced nations boasted the largest dimensions, headcount and machinery.
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A Transmitting Station (as it was termed by the Royal Navy; it was called a "Plotting Room" in American naval parlance) is a room deep within a large ship where communications and calculations pertaining to gunnery are worked. It serves as a nexus for command and communication.

The size and sophistication of a T.S. varied by the nationality, date of design and type of vessel. Generally, the later and larger ships of the most technologically advanced nations boasted the largest dimensions, headcount and machinery.