Ark Royal Collection

The Renown, the Ark Royal, and the Sheffield, c1939-1941, (1942). Creator: Unknown
The Renown, the Ark Royal, and the Sheffield, c1939-1941, (1942). " Out To Sea and Into The Sky". The three famous partners of Force H - the battle-cruiser Renown, the Ark Royal

No D601 Ark Royal - Warship Class Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive
Class 41, built by North British

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

Map showing the movements of HMS Ark Royal, 1939-1941, (1942). Creator: Unknown
Map showing the movements of HMS Ark Royal, 1939-1941, (1942). Map of the Atlantic Ocean, western Europe and Africa, indicating journeys

The Ark is Launched on Merseyside, 13th April, 1937, (1942). Creator: Unknown
The Ark is Launched on Merseyside, 13th April, 1937, (1942). Her huge bows tower to her iron flight deck 800 feet long and 94 across

The Ark Royal, 1588. The Ark Royal was an English galleon originally ordered by Sir Walter Raleigh and later purchased for the Tudor navy

HMS Ark Royal Emerges from the Mist to Dock in Portsmouth for the Final Time
HMS Ark Royal arrives alongside in Portsmouth for the very last time. Fleet flagship HMS Ark Royal returned to her home port of Portsmouth for the final time on 3rd December 2010

The 1587 British ship Ark Royal, side view
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Lord Howard of Effringham on the Ark Royal, engaging Don Alonzo da Leyva, Spanish Armada (colour litho)
3094482 Lord Howard of Effringham on the Ark Royal, engaging Don Alonzo da Leyva, Spanish Armada (colour litho) by English School

The Royal Naval Exhibitions (engraving)
1603125 The Royal Naval Exhibitions (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Naval Exhibitions)

Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving)
1595963 Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving)
1595487 Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ark Royal fighting Spanish Armada in 1588 (colour litho)
3610854 Ark Royal fighting Spanish Armada in 1588 (colour litho) by British School, (16th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; British, out of copyright

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

Rochdale OL11 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Rochdale OL11 2

Milton Keynes MK16 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Milton Keynes MK16 0

East Riding of Yorkshire HU11 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of East Riding of Yorkshire HU11 4

The Spirit of the Ark, - sailors of the Royal Navy, c1942. Creator: Unknown
The Spirit of the Ark, - sailors of the Royal Navy, c1942. A British aircraft carrier of the Second World War, HMS Ark Royal was designed to carry a large number of aircraft

The Ark Is Hit At Last, 1941, (1942). Creator: Unknown
The Ark Is Hit At Last, 1941, (1942). Within sight of Gibraltar, to which she was returning, a torpedo from a German submarine struck the Ark. Within 3 minutes she was listing 12 degrees

On Board The Ark - on watch... c1940, (1942). Creator: Unknown
On Board The Ark - on watch in one of the Arks anti-aircraft direction and range-finders, c1940, (1942). A British Royal Navy aircraft carrier of the Second World War

Cover of pamphlet about HMS Ark Royal, 1942. Creator: Unknown
Cover of pamphlet about HMS Ark Royal, 1942. The Ark Royal was a British Royal Navy aircraft carrier of the Second World War. From " Ark Royal"

The Ark Royal, (1931). Artist: Charles Henry Bourne Quennell
The Ark Royal, (1931). The English galleon Ark Royal (1587) was originally ordered for Sir Walter Raleigh, and was bought by the crown for service in the Tudor navy

A woodcut of a ship which is believed to be The Ark Royal, c1587. From The Connoisseur Volume XCI, edited by F. Gordon Roe. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1933]. (Colorised black and white print)

Diagram Ark Royal Aircraft Carrier Searchlight
Diagram of the Ark Royal, an aircraft carrier of the Royal Navy. From British Warships, published 1940

Types Of British Warships Brought Into Being By The Great War. From Top, Left To Right. Queen Elizabeth And Her Dummy Replica, Patrol Boat And Kite Balloon, Motor Launch, 35 Knot Coastal Motor Boat

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Ark Royal, the flagship which led the English fleet against the Spanish Armada, 1588. Hand-colored woodcut reproducing a 16th century illustration

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ENGLAND: ELIZABETHAN SHIP. The Ark Royal, flagship of the navy of Queen Elizabeth I of England. Woodcut, English, late-16th century

ENGLAND: VICTORY, 1588. Lord Admiral Effingham knighting the victorious captains of the English fleet on the Ark Royal, following the defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588. Line engraving, 19th century

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"Ark Royal: A Legendary Vessel Through Time" Step aboard the time machine and embark on a journey through history as we explore the captivating story of the Ark Royal. From its early beginnings to its heroic battles, this legendary ship has left an indelible mark on naval warfare. In 1587, the majestic British ship Ark Royal first graced the seas, showcasing its impressive side view that struck fear into enemy hearts. Lord Howard of Effringham commanded this vessel during one of its most iconic moments – engaging Don Alonzo da Leyva in a fierce battle against the Spanish Armada. The color litho captures this historic encounter with vivid detail. Fast forward to 1937 when another remarkable Ark Royal was launched on Merseyside. This modern marvel took to the waters with pride and anticipation for what lay ahead. Little did anyone know that it would soon become an integral part of World War II's Renown fleet alongside The Renown and Sheffield. As tensions escalated, HMS Ark Royal became a key player in protecting Britain's shores from enemy forces. A map depicting its movements between 1939-1941 showcases how tirelessly it patrolled dangerous waters, ensuring safety for all who relied on her strength and resilience. The year 1942 brought forth artistic renditions commemorating both the Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada and HMS Ark Royal's valiant fight against it in 1588. These engravings capture not only historical significance but also pay tribute to those who fought bravely under her flag centuries apart. Although not related to our subject matter, we must mention that there is no connection between D601 Ark Royal - Warship Class Diesel Hydraulic Locomotive and our beloved vessel; they share only a name. Today, remnants of these grand vessels can be found at various exhibitions dedicated to preserving their legacy within royal naval history. Visitors are transported back in time as they marvel at the craftsmanship and power that once ruled the seas.