Minelayer Collection

RMS Orvieto - Orient Line Steamer
The Royal Mail Ship Orvieto was a steamer of the Orient Line engaged in the passenger trade between England and Australia

German U-Boat in N.Y., 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
German U-Boat in N.Y., 1917. The SM UC-5, a German Type UC I minelayer submarine (U-boat) which was captured by the Allies, brought to New York City and renamed U-Buy-a-Bond

Jackies on U-Boat, 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Jackies on U-Boat, 1917. The SM UC-5, a German Type UC I minelayer submarine (U-boat) which was captured by the Allies, brought to New York City and renamed U-Buy-a-Bond

Liberty Loan procession in Central Park, 25 Oct 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Liberty Loan procession in Central Park, 25 Oct 1917. The SM UC-5, a German Type UC I minelayer submarine (U-boat) which was captured by the Allies, brought to New York City and renamed U-Buy-a-Bond

German U-Boat, 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
German U-Boat, 1917. The SM UC-5, a German Type UC I minelayer submarine (U-boat) which was captured by the Allies, brought to New York City and renamed U-Buy-a-Bond

German U-Boat in N.Y., 25 Oct 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
German U-Boat in N.Y., 25 Oct 1917 (date created or published later). The SM UC-5, a German Type UC I minelayer submarine (U-boat) which was captured by the Allies

Christening "U-BUY-A-BOND", 1917. Creator: Bain News Service. Christening "U-BUY-A-BOND", 1917
Christening "U-BUY-A-BOND", 1917. The chistening of the SM UC-5, a German Type UC I minelayer submarine (U-boat) which was captured by the Allies

Captured German mine-layer, 1916. Creator: Bain News Service
Captured German mine-layer, 1916. A UC-5 German mine-layer submarine which was captured by British forces on April 27, 1916.

Les Sous-Marin "U C 5"; Un trophee de la marine britannique, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Les Sous-Marin "U C 5"; Un trophee de la marine britannique: le sous-marin mouilleur de mines, U C 5, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

HMS Boadicea - a Boadicea-Class scout cruiser
Royal Navy - HMS Boadicea, a Boadicea-Class scout cruiser built for the Royal Navy in the first decade of the 20th century

UC-5, German First World War minelaying submarine (b / w photo)
3102731 UC-5, German First World War minelaying submarine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: UC-5, German First World War minelaying submarine)

Captured German minelaying submarine UC-5, July 1916 (litho)
3102764 Captured German minelaying submarine UC-5, July 1916 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captured German minelaying submarine UC-5, July 1916)

Laying underwater mines (chromolitho)
2788913 Laying underwater mines (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laying underwater mines. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

A minelayer (litho)
3622172 A minelayer (litho) by Lacy, Charles John de (c.1860-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A minelayer. Illustration from Ships that Saved the Empire by Charles R Gibson)

The Russo-Japanese War: the heroic death of the captain of the Russian minelayer Yenisei (colour litho)
3097354 The Russo-Japanese War: the heroic death of the captain of the Russian minelayer Yenisei (colour litho) by French School

A German mine layer leaving port with her mines ready on deck, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

H. M. S. Glowworm Sunk, 1940, (1940)
H.M.S. Glowworm Sunk, 1940, (1940). Oil covered survivors being rescued by a German ship after the HMS Glowworm a British minelaying destroyer sank. From The War in Pictures

Conning tower of a mine-laying German U-boat, World War I, 1914-1918. Artist: Realistic Travels Publishers
Conning tower of a mine-laying German U-boat, World War I, 1914-1918. Stereoscopic card detail

The Action of Nikolai Skrydlov on the Danube, 1881. Found in the collection of State A. Radishchev Art Museum, Saratov

WW1 - Captured UC5 U-Boat in the River Thames
WW1 - UC-5 was a German Type UC minelayer submarine or U-boat in the German Imperial Navy during World War I. Seen here moored up on the banks of the River Thames following capture

Sinking of German ship, Konigin Luise, by G. H. Davis
The sinking of the German mine layer, Konigin Luise, off Harwich in the early stages of the First World War. Showing the position of the Lance when firing the three fatal shots. Date: August 1914

Captured German U-boat, World War I C014 / 2044
Captured German U-boat. This is the SM UC-5 minelayer submarine, operated by the German Imperial Navy during the First World War (1914-1918)

Minelaying in Thames
The German minelayer Konigin Luise is laying mines in the Thames estuary, to annoy British shipping using the Thames, when she is attacked by a British minesweeper

Captured U-Boat 1916
A captured German submarine minelayer is on view in the Thames, London

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"From RMS Orvieto to UC-5: Exploring the World of Minelayers" The RMS Orvieto, an Orient Line Steamer turned minelayer during World War I, played a crucial role in protecting Allied waters. HMS Boadicea, a formidable Boadicea-Class scout cruiser, transformed into a minelayer to defend British interests at sea. Step back in time with the haunting black and white photo of UC-5, a German First World War minelaying submarine that struck fear into enemy hearts. Witness history unfold through the captivating lithograph depicting the captured German minelaying submarine UC-5 in July 1916. Dive into action as underwater mines are laid strategically beneath the surface - an awe-inspiring chromolithograph capturing this dangerous task. Behold the might of a minelayer depicted in another lithograph - showcasing its strength and importance on naval battlefields throughout history. The heroic death of Captain Yenisei during the Russo-Japanese War reminds us of the sacrifices made by those who commanded Russian minelayers with unwavering bravery. In 1914, witness a German mine layer leaving port with her deadly cargo exposed on deck - an ominous sight signaling impending danger for unsuspecting foes. H. M. S Glowworm's sinking in 1940 serves as a poignant reminder of how even mighty vessels can fall victim to enemy fire while performing their vital mine-laying duties. Explore the intricate details etched onto Realistic Travels Publishers' artwork depicting the conning tower of a mine-laying German U-boat from World War I era (1914-1918). Transport yourself back to 1881 and relive "The Action of Nikolai Skrydlov on Danube, " where Russian minelayers defended their nation's interests with unwavering resolve.