Torpedoes Collection

T class Submarine
Inside a British submarine: complex details of the craft in which our underwater crews live and fight. A sectional view of a boat of the T class, showing how machinery, torpedoes

Members of the Torpedo Football Team at Reading with their wives and children. Bottom row (left to right): Mick Hill (24) with daughter Nicola (2), Graham Haddrell (22), Kenny NIce (24)

Growth of the submarine by G. H. Davis
The growth of the submarine from 1901 to 1912. In chronological order, they are: 1901-2 Holland Class, 1903-5 A Class, 1904-6 B Class, 1906-9 C Class, 1911 D Class and 1912 E Class

How submarines fire torpedoes, 1939
Drawing to explain how a British submarines twelve torpedoes are fired. Here six torpoedoes are shown in their tubes, and a further six are in storage and have, when required

Mermaids and Torpedoes
The Mer-people find their peaceful domain invaded by the torpedoes of World War One

Illustration depicting the first trial of a torpedo fired by the Nautilus submarine; 1905
5311470 Illustration depicting the first trial of a torpedo fired by the Nautilus submarine; 1905. It destroyed the Danish ship 'Dorothee' provided by the British Admiralty, in Walmer Bay

World War I 1914 1918 - War on the seas
5315140 World War I 1914 1918 - War on the seas; (add.info.: World War I 1914 1918 - War on the seas. A French steamer hit by torpedoes from a German U-boot sinks beneath the waves bringing the poor)

Engraving depicting an experiment involving white-head torpedoes, 19th century
5308716 Engraving depicting an experiment involving white-head torpedoes, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an experiment involving white-head torpedoes)

A bord des sous-marins allemands; Embarquement de mines et torpilles avant le depart pour... 1918. Creator: Unknown
A bord des sous-marins allemands; Embarquement de mines et torpilles avant le depart pour une expedition, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration

U.S.S. Massachusetts, torpedo tube, between 1896 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Massachusetts, torpedo tube, between 1896 and 1901

U.S.S. Maine, torpedo tube, (1896?). Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine, torpedo tube, (1896?)

U.S.S. Maine, torpedo tube, (1896?). Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine, torpedo tube, (1896?)

Destroyer, torpedo tube, between 1882 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Destroyer, torpedo tube, between 1882 and 1901

Destroyer between decks, between 1882 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Destroyer between decks, between 1882 and 1901

Destroyer, between 1882 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Destroyer, between 1882 and 1901

Target Practice - Torpedoes, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Target Practice - Torpedoes, 1913

Target Practice - Torpedo, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Target Practice - Torpedo, 1913

Target Practice - Hauling Torpedoes On Board, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Target Practice - Hauling Torpedoes On Board, 1913

La flotte Francaise en orient; Une torpille repechee est rentree par un sabord, 1916. Creator: Unknown
La flotte Francaise en orient; Une torpille repechee est rentree par un sabord, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

La flotte Francaise en orient; Repechage de torpilles apres un exercice de lancement, 1916. Creator: Unknown
La flotte Francaise en orient; Repechage de torpilles apres un exercice de lancement, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Cross section of a British submarine 1939
Illustration showing a labeled cross section of a British submarine. Reminds its readers of an announcement last week, stating that British submarine successes may not be brought to the attention of

The Sinking of the the Scharnhorst at the Battle of North
Illustration showing the German Battlecruiser Scharnhorst listing to starboard as she sank at the end of the Battle of North Cape, approximately 7.30pm on 26th December 1943

The Particular Service Squadron in Ireland
The Particular Service Squadron in Bantry Bay, Ireland. Assembled as part of a fleet for Baltic operations, primarily against their Russian counterparts

Throwing out Torpedo Nets, Bantry Bay
The torpedo fleet of the Particular Service Squadron putting up torpedo nets, usually made from galvanised iron, to protect the ship the Sultan in Bantry Bay, Ireland

The Particular Service Squadron, Night Attack, Bantry Bay
The Particular Service Squadron in Bantry Bay, Ireland. Assembled as part of a fleet for Baltic operations, primarily against their Russian counterparts

The Particular Service Squadron, Bantry Bay
The Particular Service Squadron in Bantry Bay, Ireland. Assembled as part of a fleet for Baltic operations, primarily against their Russian counterparts

Rear Adm. David Glasgow Farragut, U. S. N. 1863 (photo)
677847 Rear Adm. David Glasgow Farragut, U.S.N. 1863 (photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); (add.info.: Rear Adm. David Glasgow Farragut, U.S.N; "Damn the Torpedoes)

Our Artists Notes at Rustchuk, Rasgrad, Shumla, Kavarna, on the River Lom, and in Asia (engraving)
1049849 Our Artists Notes at Rustchuk, Rasgrad, Shumla, Kavarna, on the River Lom, and in Asia (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Whitehead Torpedo, from The Illustrated War News, 17th February 1915 (litho)
700908 The Whitehead Torpedo, from The Illustrated War News, 17th February 1915 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures; English, out of copyright

With the German Navy off the Skager Rack, 1914-19 (litho)
STC359756 With the German Navy off the Skager Rack, 1914-19 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Eleven torpedo boats under construction by Schneider and Co in Chalon-sur-Saone in eastern France
660479 Eleven torpedo boats under construction by Schneider and Co in Chalon-sur-Saone in eastern France. Postcard sent in 1913

Attaque des torpilleurs japonais contre l escadre de l amiral Skrydloff (colour litho)
2787157 Attaque des torpilleurs japonais contre l escadre de l amiral Skrydloff (colour litho) by Malespine, L. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Naval Manoeuvres at Portsmouth (engraving)
1624572 The Naval Manoeuvres at Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres at Portsmouth)

The War, sinking Torpedoes at Pillau (engraving)
2773958 The War, sinking Torpedoes at Pillau (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, sinking Torpedoes at Pillau)

The Italian victory in the Mediterranean (colour litho)
2778600 The Italian victory in the Mediterranean (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Italian victory in the Mediterranean)

Two days of battle in the Mediterranean, against an English convoy (Colour Litho)
2778582 Two days of battle in the Mediterranean, against an English convoy (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two days of battle in the Mediterranean)

The War in Eastern Asia, Sketches off Wei-Hai-Wei (litho)
1627792 The War in Eastern Asia, Sketches off Wei-Hai-Wei (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Eastern Asia, Sketches off Wei-Hai-Wei)

Trials of New Torpedoes in France (engraving)
2773788 Trials of New Torpedoes in France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trials of New Torpedoes in France)

Beginning of the Russo-Japanese War (colour litho)
2795809 Beginning of the Russo-Japanese War (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beginning of the Russo-Japanese War)

The very daring raid of our torpedoes in the port of Pula on the night of 1 to 2 November (colour litho)
2777600 The very daring raid of our torpedoes in the port of Pula on the night of 1 to 2 November (colour litho) by Beltrame

HMS Crescent, commanded by HRH the Duke of York, at Sea (litho)
1063645 HMS Crescent, commanded by HRH the Duke of York, at Sea (litho) by Martino, Eduardo de (1838-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Crescent, commanded by HRH the Duke of York, at Sea)

Woolwich Arsenal, Torpedoes and Shells (litho)
1595645 Woolwich Arsenal, Torpedoes and Shells (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woolwich Arsenal, Torpedoes and Shells)

The Kings Cruise, the Portland Torpedo-Works, visited by His Majesty on 4 April (b / w photo)
1629557 The Kings Cruise, the Portland Torpedo-Works, visited by His Majesty on 4 April (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Cruise)

HMS Thunderer fitted with Nettings for Protection against Torpedoes (engraving)
1106322 HMS Thunderer fitted with Nettings for Protection against Torpedoes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Naval Manoeuvres, Torpedo Practice (litho)
1100165 The Naval Manoeuvres, Torpedo Practice (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres, Torpedo Practice)

The first torpedo, 1805 (engraving)
669471 The first torpedo, 1805 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first torpedo, 1805. The inventor was Robert Foulton)

Charging a torpedo tube in a German submarine, from The Illustrated War News
700914 Charging a torpedo tube in a German submarine, from The Illustrated War News, 30th September 1914 (litho) by English School

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"Exploring the Depths: A Journey into the World of Torpedoes" T class Submarine: Delve into the intricate workings and capabilities of these remarkable vessels. Members of the Torpedo Football Team at Reading: Witness a heartwarming scene as players, accompanied by their loved ones, celebrate their victories on and off the field. The Growth of the Submarine by G. H. Davis: Uncover the fascinating evolution and technological advancements that have shaped submarines throughout history. Bismarck's Epic Battle: Through curtains of rain, sleet, and snow on May 22nd, 1941 - an awe-inspiring depiction captured in oil on canvas. How Submarines Fire Torpedoes (1939): Step back in time to discover the mechanics behind this powerful weapon system utilized beneath oceanic depths. Mermaids and Torpedoes: Explore mythical tales where enchanting mermaids encounter torpedoes amidst captivating underwater realms. The Particular Service Squadron in Ireland: Join a daring naval force as they navigate treacherous Irish waters during critical missions for national security. Throwing out Torpedo Nets in Bantry Bay: Witness skilled sailors execute precise maneuvers to protect their ships from enemy torpedoes with swift deployment of defensive nets. Night Attack in Bantry Bay: Experience an adrenaline-fueled operation carried out under cover of darkness by The Particular Service Squadron – a testament to courage and strategic prowess. Cross Sectional Insight into British Submarines (1939): Gain unparalleled access to inner workings through a detailed cross-section diagram showcasing cutting-edge technology employed within British submarines during wartime operations. The Particular Service Squadron's Exploits in Bantry Bay: Embark on thrilling adventures alongside this elite squadron as they undertake daring missions along Ireland's picturesque coastline.