Hms Diamond Collection

HMS Diamond with Sea King Helicopter
A Sea King Mark 7 Airbourne Surveillance And Control (SKASAC) helicopter from 854 Naval Air Squadron takes off from the deck of a Type 45 destroyer for the first time

RFA Cardigan Leading Royal Navy Ships in the Middle East
RFA Cardigan Bay leads the minehunters HMS Ramsey, HMS Shoreham and HMS Quorn and Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond during exercises in the Middle East

Type 45 HMS Diamond being loaded with Sea Viper missiles at HMNB Portsmouth
Pictured is Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond being loaded with Sea Viper missiles at HMNB Portsmouth. Staff from Defence Munitions Gosport which is part of Defence Equipment

Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond
Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond. HMS Diamond, the Royal Navys third Daring class destroyer built by BAE Systems in Govan

HMS Diamond Escorting Ark Futura During Operation Recsyr
Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond, whilst escorting the merchant ship Ark Futura during Operation Recsyr. HMS Diamond has completed her role escorting ships carrying Syrias chemical weapons stock for

Red Arrows Flying Over HMS Diamond
The Red Arrows fly over the Royal Navy destroyer HMS Diamond as she sails past Cyprus. HMS Diamond was on tasking in the Mediterranean as part of OP RECSYR (Removal of Chemical Weapons in Syria)

HMS Diamond
A Royal Navy Sea King helicopter lands on Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond. A Mk7 Sea King Helicopter from 854 Squadron practiced deck landings with HMS Diamond on the 10 October 2012

HMS Diamond with HMAS Melbourne
Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond (foreground) is pictured with HMAS Melbourne during joint operations in the Middle East. HMS Diamond is the third of Britains fleet of six Type 45 destroyers

Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond Enters Portsmouth for the First Time
HMS Diamond, the third of six formidable air defence warships being built for the Royal Navy, arrived in her home port of Portsmouth for the first time on Wednesday September 22nd

The French Occupation of the New Hebrides (engraving)
1046230 The French Occupation of the New Hebrides (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Occupation of the New Hebrides)

Royal Navy warships, HMS Diamond and Raven, anchored Normanby Island
Vintage engraving of British annaxation of New Guinea, Royal Navy warships, HMS Diamond and Raven, anchored off Normanby Island, 1886, 19th Century

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"HMS Diamond: A Versatile Defender of the Seas" As a Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyer, HMS Diamond stands tall as a symbol of maritime strength and versatility. With its sleek design and cutting-edge capabilities, this formidable warship has proven itself time and again. One iconic image captures the essence of HMS Diamond's power - the sight of it alongside a Sea King Helicopter. This partnership exemplifies the ship's ability to extend its reach beyond the waves, ensuring comprehensive surveillance and protection. Another remarkable moment showcases HMS Diamond being loaded with Sea Viper missiles at HMNB Portsmouth. These state-of-the-art weapons highlight the destroyer's commitment to maintaining an impenetrable defense system, ready to neutralize any threat that may arise. Delving into history, we discover engravings depicting significant events where HMS Diamond played a crucial role. The French Occupation of the New Hebrides comes alive through these illustrations, showcasing how this vessel safeguarded British interests in distant lands. Similarly, during the British Annexation in New Guinea, HMS Diamond stood as a steadfast guardian against potential adversaries. From Normanby Island to Operation Recsyr, this warship has traversed vast oceans on numerous missions. Anchored alongside Raven or escorting Ark Futura during humanitarian operations like Recsyr demonstrates not only its military might but also its dedication towards global peacekeeping efforts. The skies above have witnessed awe-inspiring moments involving HMS Diamond too. Red Arrows Flying Over HMS Diamond paints a breathtaking picture capturing both precision and harmony between air and sea forces – truly emblematic of teamwork at its finest. Collaboration extends beyond national borders; HMAS Melbourne finds herself side by side with our mighty destroyer in one captivating snapshot. This international alliance underscores shared values and mutual support among naval powers across continents. Lastly, RFA Cardigan Leading Royal Navy Ships in the Middle East highlights another facet of HMS Diamond's prowess – seamless coordination with allied vessels.