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HMS Royal Oak, WW2

HMS Royal Oak, British Revenge-class battleship completed in 1916, seen here at the beginning of the Second World War -- a commemorative plaque listing the battles fought in by this and two previous ships of the same name. On 14 October 1939 the ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat at Scapa Flow, resulting in 833 deaths. The wreck is now a designated war grave, and an annual ceremony is held to mark the loss. Date: circa 1939

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HMS Royal Oak: A Tribute to Valor and Sacrifice This evocative photograph captures the majesty and history of HMS Royal Oak, a Revenge-class battleship completed in 1916, as it stands proudly in the waters of Scapa Flow at the beginning of the Second World War. The battleship, named after the ancient oak tree under which King Charles II hid after the Battle of Worcester in 1651, had already seen distinguished service in the First World War. The commemorative plaque affixed to the ship's side lists the battles fought in by this vessel and its two predecessors with the same name, a testament to their bravery and resilience. However, this chapter in HMS Royal Oak's storied history would soon come to a tragic end. On the fateful day of October 14, 1939, the ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat while at anchor in Scapa Flow, resulting in the loss of 833 lives. The wreck of HMS Royal Oak now lies beneath the waves, designated as a war grave, and an annual ceremony is held to mark the loss and honor the memories of those who perished. This poignant image, taken circa 1939, captures the essence of a bygone era, a time of war and uncertainty, when the courage and determination of the British Navy stood as a bulwark against the darkness of conflict. The image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served aboard HMS Royal Oak and the other vessels of the Royal Navy during the Second World War.

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