Hms Hood Collection

HMS Hood, the last battlecruiser built for the Royal Navy
March 17, 1924 - HMS Hood, the last battlecruiser built for the Royal Navy

Off To sea
August 1922: Battleship HMS Hood leaving Plymouth passes the pier. (Photo by Gill/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Battlecruiser HMS Hood, seen from HMS Nelson, 1937. The largest warship in the Royal Navy, HMS Hood exploded and sank while engaging the German battleship Bismarck

Visit of the German Emperor to Malta, the "Hohenzollern"entering the Harbour, 15 November 1898 (b / w photo)
1606753 Visit of the German Emperor to Malta, the " Hohenzollern" entering the Harbour, 15 November 1898 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

HMS Hood, the Largest Turret-Ship in the World (engraving)
1591783 HMS Hood, the Largest Turret-Ship in the World (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Hood, the Largest Turret-Ship in the World)

Royal Navy fleet under Italian bombing attack in the Mediterranean. July 1940

HMS Hood was laid down in 1916 and completed in 1920, 1937
The Largest Warship in the World. - H.M.S. Hood was laid down in 1916 and completed in 1920, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. II, edited by Clarence Winchester

H. M. S. Hood, 1935
H.M.S. Hood, 1935. Named after the 18th century Admiral Samuel Hood, HMS Hood was the largest ship in the Royal Navy when she was commissioned in 1920

Battlecruiser HMS Hood during spring exercises, 1937. Cigarette card from The Navy series, produced by Senior Service Cigarettes, 1937

Diagram Battlecruiser HMS Hood British Warship
Diagram of the battlecruiser HMS Hood. From British Warships, published 1940

Royal Naval Battlecruiser Battle Cruiser Battle-cruiser
EDITORIAL The Royal Naval battlecruiser HMS Hood. From British Warships, published 1940

Battleship Hood
1930: HMS Hood during a dockyard refit at Portsmouth. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

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"HMS Hood: The Last Battlecruiser of the Royal Navy" Built as a symbol of British naval power, HMS Hood was the epitome of strength and grandeur. As the last battlecruiser constructed for the Royal Navy, she stood tall and proud, showcasing her might on the seas. In 1937, a remarkable image captured the awe-inspiring sight from aboard HMS Nelson. This snapshot immortalized her majestic presence as she sailed through calm waters, ready to defend her nation's interests. Reflecting back in time to 1898, another historical moment unfolded when the German Emperor visited Malta. The "Hohenzollern" gracefully entered its harbor, leaving an indelible mark on history with this black-and-white photograph. Renowned for being the largest turret-ship in existence during that era, HMS Hood garnered attention worldwide. An engraving depicted her immense size and formidable weaponry; a testament to Britain's commitment to naval supremacy. From her laying down in 1916 until completion in 1920 and beyond into 1937, H. M. S. Hood remained a force to be reckoned with. Her sleek design and advanced technology made her an icon among battleships. Spring exercises in 1937 showcased HMS Hood's agility and prowess at sea. With every maneuver executed flawlessly, she demonstrated why she was considered one of Britain's most formidable warships. However, even mighty vessels like they were not immune to danger during times of conflict. In July 1940, while serving in the Mediterranean theater alongside other ships from the Royal Navy fleet under Italian bombing attack - highlighting their bravery amidst adversity. A detailed diagram emphasized every aspect of this legendary battlecruiser - from its powerful armament systems to its intricate structure - revealing why it earned such respect within naval circles around the world. The name "Hood" became synonymous with excellence within royal naval battlecruisers.