Battlecruiser Collection (page 4)

The battlecruiser, a formidable warship known for its speed and firepower, has played a significant role in naval history

Battlecruiser Collection: Ships of the British 2nd LCS and BCS, WW1

Ships of the British 2nd LCS and BCS, WW1
Ships of the British 2nd LCS (Light Cruiser Squadron) (left) and BCS (Battlecruiser Squadron) (right) during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Battlecruiser Collection: HMS New Zealand, WW1

HMS New Zealand, WW1
HMS New Zealand, Indefatigable class British battlecruiser (a gift from the government of New Zealand), launched 1911, served during the First World War, decommissioned 1922

Battlecruiser Collection: War in the Pacific

War in the Pacific
Pages from The Sphere, 20th December 1941, with an article and accompanying photographs and illustrations about the loss of the British battleship Prince of Wales and the battlecruiser Repulse

Battlecruiser Collection: Tsukuba Warship

Tsukuba Warship
Japanese battlecruiser, somewhat obsolete even when built : in 1917 her magazine will catch fire and she will explode and sink in Yokosuka Bay

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The battlecruiser, a formidable warship known for its speed and firepower, has played a significant role in naval history. One notable example is the HMS Hood, the last battlecruiser built for the Royal Navy. Commissioned in 1920, this British behemoth was an impressive sight on the high seas. With her sleek design and immense power, HMS Hood quickly became a symbol of British naval might. However, her fate would be sealed during World War II when she encountered the German battleship Bismarck. In a tragic turn of events, HMS Hood was sunk by enemy fire with only three survivors out of over 1, 400 crew members. But before this fateful encounter with Bismarck, other battlecruisers had already made their mark in history. During the Battle of Jutland in World War I, both HMS Lion and HMS Indefatigable were hit by enemy fire but fought valiantly until their untimely demise. These brave ships served as reminders of the risks faced by those who sailed into battle. Another noteworthy battlecruiser from that era was S. M. S Goeben which played a crucial role in shaping Turkey's involvement in World War I. Transferred to Turkish control after being pursued by British forces at sea, it went on to become an instrumental asset for Ottoman Empire during the conflict. In addition to these historical accounts are artistic depictions that capture the essence of these mighty vessels. The painting "HMS Inflexible" by Symonds & Co showcases this British battlecruiser at its prime in 1880 while another artwork titled "HMS Hood (2)" portrays her majesty through oil on canvas created in 2016. The legacy of these remarkable warships lives on even today as they continue to inspire awe and admiration among naval enthusiasts worldwide.