Ships Collection (page 14)

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Porpoise returns to its base in Portsmouth, England after 14 serving 14 months in the Mediterranean

While the ships company of HMS Newcastle are bathing over the side Able Seaman H Leonard, of Charlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, stands by with loaded rifle in case any sharks should approach the ship

The Royal Navy County Class cruiser HMS London on Atlantic patrol during the Second World War. January 1944

Bangor class minesweeper of the Royal Navy HMS Beaumaris at sea during the Second World War. December 1941

HMS Wayland, a depot repair ship of the Royal Navy, pictured during the Second World War. January 1943

HMS White Bear is one the Hydrographic survey vessels serving with the East Indies Fleet. She acts as headquarters for smaller vessels which penetrate small creeks

Th British S-class submarine HMS Storm has returned to the United Kingdom after an eventful and highly successful commission in the Far East

Royal Navy Mediterranean Fleet escort her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, travelling on the Royal Yacht HMY Britannia on her 200 mile journey from Tobruk, Libya to Malta on her Commonwealth tour

The Italian seaplane carrier Giuseppe Miraglia and submarines lying at anchor in St Pauls Bay, Malta during the Second World War following the surrender of the Italian fleet under the terms of

Scenes at Swansea Docks, Wales. Loading steel for Poona, via Bombay, are Gwilym Williams, Edwin Baglow and Tom Kift, Dockers at Kings Dock. 7th August 1967

Men look down from the mast of a tall ship. Circa 1925

HMS Cossack returns to Leith on 17 February 1940, after rescuing the British prisoners held in Graf Spees supply ship Altmark

Opening of the Queen Elizabeth II Oil Dock at Eastham. The Oil Tanker in the photograph, on whose bridge the new dock was named, is the 28.000 ton STS Velletia

HMS Mersey, Minesweeper of the Mersey Division of the RNR comes alongside headquarters ship HMS Eaglet Salthouse Dock at the end of her fourth cruise of the year. September 1968

The sidewinder trawler Ross Altair (H 279) seen here in a Humberside breakers yard awaiting scrapping. 15th April 1981

The Thames Barge Mirosa built at Maldon in 1892 seen here sailing under the nearly complete Humber Bridge. 13th May 1981

The trawler Orsino see here at Hull being modified as the Board of Trade Mother Ship for the UK northern fishing fleet. The Board of Trade aims was to provide Meterological Information

Brixham trawlers gather for the annual blessing of the sea in October 1953

Launch of the Miranda Guiness, last ship to be built at the Charles Hill Bristol Shipyard, 1976

The SS Great Britain squeezes in to the Cumberland Basin Lock 5th July 1970

SS Great Britain project director Commander Joe Blake, Circa 1972

Haverton Hill shipyard. Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, England. 1971

HMS Ark Royal is launched at Cammell Laird shipyard, Birkenhead, Merseyside, 3rd May 1950. Royal Airforce Flyby

American businessman Henry Ford, the founder of Ford Motor Company, arrives at Southampton, England after his crossing from New York aboard the White Star liner Majestic

The Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Raymond Craine, held a reception to celebrate Trafalgar night fought 171 years ago

Marie Duffy with a photograph of her husband John who is Hotel Manager of the QE2 which is soon to visit Liverpool. 20th June 1990

Cunards naval architect Dan Wallace, of Clydebank, stands at the empty berth which will house the Q4 - later named the QE2 - his ten year dream. Circa 1965

RMS Ivernia, ocean liner, built in 1955 by John Brown & Company in Clydebank, Scotland for Cunard Line, In 1963 she was rebuilt as a cruise ship and renamed RMS Franconia

The clubship "Landfall", formerly tank landing craft LCT7074
The clubship " Landfall", formerly tank landing craft LCT7074, which took part in the D-Day landings in Normandy travels down the Mersey to its new mooring to Collingwood Dock

Palmers shipyard in Jarrow. ( Palmers Shipbuilding and Iron Company ). The HMS Marshal Soult ship under construction in June 1915

World War Two - Second World War - An old paddle steamer, one of the many ships of all shapes and sizes that helped in the evacuation of the BEF from the beaches at Dunkirk. Circa: June 1940

The refrigerated cargo ship Manora in dry dock prior to launch at Swan Hunter shipbuilders Neptune yard. 08/03/1970

Blyth shipbreaking firm Hughes Bolckow Ltd. working on the HMS Jutland, a 2, 480-ton destroyer which was launched in 1946 by the late Ellen Wilkinson who was at that time MP for Jarrow

A Tyne foyboatman, member of a dying trade, ties up his boat alongside others at the ferry landing at Mill Dam, South Shields

Prince Charles and Princess Diana standing together on board the Royal yacht Britannia in Gibraltar to start their honeymoon. 1st August 1981

Princess Diana at the launch of the Frigate HMS Cornwall at Yarrow Shipbuilders Ltd in Scotstoun, Glasgow. 14th October 1985

The tall ships visit to the Newcastle, 19 July 1986, with her majesty Queen Elizabeth meeting some of the crews

The Trans-Antarctic Expedition 1956-1958 The Magga Dan, the ship used to transport Sir Vivian Fuchs and his British Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition south in November 1956

Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Navy Review June 1977 The Cunard Cruise Liner QE2 sailing throught the Silver Jubilee Naval Review fleet off Spithead in the Solent jubilee celebrations

Queen Elizabeth II launching the Cunard Cruise Liner, The QE2 in the Clyde, 20th September 1967

The period Italian sail ship Amerigo Vespucci under full sail as she approaches Plymouth Sound Transport August 1967

SS Asturias This is the ship, which left Southampton, England, for Australia on February 8th 1950. The ship arrived at Fremantle on March 6th 1950 and then went on to Melbourne and Sydney

HMS Bristol built by Swan Hunter & Tyne Shipbuilders Ltd. and launched on 30 June 1969. HMS Bristol (D23) was the only Type 82 destroyer of the Royal Navy

Hatch covers being made at Blyth shipyard Macgregor and Company (Manufacturing) Ltd. 12/12/70

A Viking longboat arriving on the river Tyne for the Newcastle Regatta in July 1980

Russian Kometa Hydrofoil arriving at Dover, Kent, for a sales drive down the Thames before the Soviet Exhibition at Earls Court. 5th August 1968

The RMS Olympic sister ship to the Titanic seen here arriving at Southampton docks The RMS Olympic was the first of the three sisters to be completed and was launched in 1911

Sir Bernard and Lady Dockers private yacht Shemara, one of the largest in the world, is on the market for £ 300, 000. 20th May 1968

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From historic vessels to majestic warships, they have always captivated our imagination. The Jubilee Procession in a Cornish Village by A. G. Sherwood Hunter transports us back in time, showcasing the beauty of traditional sailing boats amidst picturesque scenery. Meanwhile, the Gokstad Ship at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo stands as a testament to Scandinavian seafaring prowess and craftsmanship. The HMS Bulwark, an iconic British aircraft carrier, has played a significant role throughout history. From its involvement in World War II to hosting Westland Whirlwinds and witnessing the return of HMS Invincible from the Falklands conflict in 1982, this mighty vessel has seen it all. Speaking of historical significance, the Vasa warship takes center stage at Stockholm's Vasa Museum. Despite its tragic sinking on its maiden voyage in the 17th century, this marvel of engineering now serves as a reminder of Sweden's naval heritage. During World War II, HMS Illustrious proudly served her country with distinction. Her bravery was matched only by that of her sister ship HMS Ark Royal and their valiant crew members who fought tirelessly for freedom on treacherous seas. Not all they can bound for battle; some embark on remarkable journeys across diverse landscapes. The SS Oriana epitomizes adventure as it voyages from tropical paradises to snow-covered destinations—a true symbol of exploration and wanderlust. Lastly but not leastly is HMS Ajax—her name synonymous with courage and resilience since 1936 when she first set sail under British colors. This formidable cruiser paved the way for future naval triumphs while leaving an indelible mark on maritime history. Whether they transport us through time or carry us into uncharted territories, ships continue to inspire awe and fascination worldwide.