Downes facts for kids
Downes is a word that can mean several different things. When you see a word like this, it's called a "disambiguation" page. It helps you find exactly what you are looking for!
Here are some of the things "Downes" can refer to:
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Sports Teams
What is Downes Sports F.C.?
- Downes Sports F.C. was an old name for a football club. Today, this team is known as Hinckley Downes F.C.. Football clubs are sports teams that play soccer.
Important Court Cases
What was Downes v. Bidwell?
- Downes v. Bidwell was a very important case decided by the U.S. Supreme Court. This court is the highest court in the United States. This case helped decide how new lands that the U.S. gained would be governed.
USS Downes (DD-45) in World War I
- USS Downes (DD-45) was a destroyer ship used by the U.S. Navy during World War I. Destroyers are fast, powerful warships. World War I was a major global conflict that happened between 1914 and 1918.
USS Downes (DD-375) in World War II
- USS Downes (DD-375) was another destroyer ship that served in the U.S. Navy. This ship was active during World War II, which was an even bigger global conflict from 1939 to 1945.
People's Names
Downes as a Surname
- Downes (surname) is also a surname. A surname is a family name, like your last name. Many people around the world have "Downes" as their last name.
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