Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Royalty
A Great name in British Naval History - The Nine Royal Navy vessels to bear the name
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
A Great name in British Naval History - The Nine Royal Navy vessels to bear the name
A Great name in British Naval History - The Nine Royal Navy vessels to bear the name Vanguard (1586-1946). Date: 1946
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23462798
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Named Turner Vanguard Vanguards Vessels Years
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> T
> B.W. Turner
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Royalty
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
> Services
> Royal Navy
EDITORS COMMENTS
"A Great Name in British Naval History: The Nine Royal Navy Vessels Named Vanguard (1586-1946) The name Vanguard holds a significant place in the annals of British naval history, gracing the hulls of nine distinguished Royal Navy vessels spanning a remarkable 360-year period. This evocative image, captured in 1946, commemorates the ninth and final vessel to bear this revered name. The first recorded use of the name Vanguard in the Royal Navy dates back to 1586, when the Elizabethan seafarer Sir John Norreys commanded a ship of that name. Over the centuries, the name would be bestowed upon various types of vessels, from warships to exploratory vessels, each contributing to the rich tapestry of British maritime history. The Vanguard of 1946 was a formidable battleship, commissioned in the aftermath of World War II. With a displacement of over 48,000 tons and armed with an impressive array of guns, this vessel represented the pinnacle of naval technology and engineering at the time. As the sun sets on the horizon, the Vanguard stands proudly at anchor, a testament to the enduring legacy of the Royal Navy and the indomitable spirit of seafarers who have sailed under the British flag for centuries. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the storied history of the nine Royal Navy vessels named Vanguard, each with its unique place in the annals of maritime history." Mary Evans Picture Library/Bridgeman Images. Reproduced by permission. Rights managed.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
