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Scharnhorst Collection

"Scharnhorst: A Mighty German Battleship and its Fateful Journey" The Scharnhorst, a formidable German battleship, was commissioned in 1939 along with its sister ship

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Scharnhorst Collection: Scharnhorst, German battleship
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Scharnhorst Collection: General von Scharnhorst 1755-1813, 1934
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Scharnhorst Collection: Gneisenau, German battleship
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Scharnhorst Collection: Sinking of Scharnhorst
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Scharnhorst Collection: World War I 1914-1918. Battle of the Falkland Islands, South Atlantic. Decisive British
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Scharnhorst Collection: HMS Glorious, aircraft carrier
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Scharnhorst Collection: The Sinking of the the Scharnhorst at the Battle of North
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Scharnhorst Collection: Maximilian Graf von Spee, German admiral, WW1
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Scharnhorst Collection: Map showing the movements of HMS Ark Royal, 1939-1941, (1942). Creator: Unknown
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Scharnhorst Collection: HMS Glorious 77
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Scharnhorst Collection: WW2 - HMS Rawalpindi
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Scharnhorst Collection: Admiral Graf Von Spee 1914
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Scharnhorst Collection: General Gerhard von Scharnhorst (1755-1813). Creator: Bollinger
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Scharnhorst Collection: The Battle of the Falklands: the sinking of the Scharnhorst (colour litho)
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Scharnhorst Collection: Gerhard David von Scharnhorst (engraving)
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Scharnhorst Collection: Sinking of the German battleship Scharnhorst, WW1
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Scharnhorst Collection: Battle of the Falklands: Sinking of the Scharnhorst, 1914 (colour litho)
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Scharnhorst Collection: A photo of Kiel harbour taken two weeks after a successful raid
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Scharnhorst Collection: Scharnhorst at Grossgorschen, 2 May 1813, (1936). Creator: Unknown
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Scharnhorst Collection: Gerhard Johann David Scharnhorst, (1933). Creator: Unknown
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Scharnhorst Collection: Modern liners for Far Eastern Services of the German Lloyd Line built in 1935, 1937
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Scharnhorst Collection: SMS Scharnhorst, German armoured cruiser, WW1
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Scharnhorst Collection: HMS Renown Renown-class Battle-cruiser Battlecruiser
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Scharnhorst Collection: Sinking of the Scharnhorst by G. H. Davis
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Scharnhorst Collection: Card commemorating Falkland Islands naval battle, WW1
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Scharnhorst Collection: Silhouette of German cruisers 1914
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Scharnhorst Collection: Scharnhorst - 3
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Scharnhorst Collection: Scharnhorst - 2
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Scharnhorst Collection: Scharnhorst - 4
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Scharnhorst Collection: WORLD WAR I: GERMAN SHIP. The German ship, SMS Scharnhorst, off the coast of Valparaiso
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Scharnhorst Collection: Battle of Eylau
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Scharnhorst Collection: GERHARD von SCHARNHORST (1755-1813). Gerhard Johann David von Scharnhorst. Prussian general
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Scharnhorst Collection: Action during Battle of the Falkland Islands, WW1
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Scharnhorst Collection: H. M.s Glorious

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"Scharnhorst: A Mighty German Battleship and its Fateful Journey" The Scharnhorst, a formidable German battleship, was commissioned in 1939 along with its sister ship, the Gneisenau. These vessels were known for their impressive firepower and speed, making them a force to be reckoned with on the high seas. During World War II, the Scharnhorst played a significant role in several naval engagements. In 1940, it participated in the daring Gneisenau Storm in the North Sea, showcasing Germany's naval prowess. However, this success was short-lived as both ships were later damaged by British aircraft while docked at Brest. In another historic battle during World War I - the Battle of Falkland Islands - SMS Scharnhorst (a different vessel) met its demise at the hands of British forces. This victory marked a turning point for Britain's control over South Atlantic waters. Tragedy struck again during WWII when HMS Glorious 77 and HMS Rawalpindi fell victim to enemy fire from Scharnhorst. The loss of these brave vessels highlighted the relentless nature of war and emphasized the power wielded by this German battleship. Notably, Admiral Graf Von Spee commanded SMS Scharnhorst during WWI before meeting his own fate at sea. His leadership aboard this armored cruiser showcased Germany's military might but ultimately ended tragically. Fast forward to December 1943 - The sinking at the Battle of North Cape marked an important victory for Allied forces against Nazi Germany. This pivotal moment demonstrated that even seemingly invincible warships could be defeated through strategic planning and coordinated efforts. Today, we remember these historical events as reminders of both triumphs and tragedies that occurred on board various iterations of "Scharnhorst" throughout history – symbols of human resilience amidst conflict on treacherous waters.