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HMCS Magnificent
Majestic Class aircraft carrier HMCS Magnificent seen from the flight deck of HMS Bulwark
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Media ID 1762337
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Aircraft Carriers Postwar Ships Royal Canadian Navy
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, HMCS Magnificent, a Majestic-class aircraft carrier of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), is seen from the flight deck of HMS Bulwark. The image captures a moment in postwar naval history, with both vessels anchored in the Mediterranean Sea. HMCS Magnificent, commissioned in 1946, was the second Majestic-class aircraft carrier built for the RCN. Measuring over 600 feet in length and displacing approximately 27,000 tons, she was a formidable presence on the water. Equipped with a complement of 18 propeller-driven Sea Furies and 12 Grumman Avenger torpedo bombers, she provided essential air support and protection for Canadian and allied naval forces. The photograph was taken from the flight deck of HMS Bulwark, a British Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) tanker, which was providing logistical support to the RCN and other NATO forces in the Mediterranean. The image showcases the close cooperation between the RCN and its British counterparts during the postwar era. The scene is set against a backdrop of clear blue waters and a cloudless sky, with the sun casting long shadows on the calm sea. The intricate details of the ships' structures, including their towering masts, smoke stacks, and intricate rigging, are beautifully captured in the photograph. This photograph is a testament to the rich maritime history of Canada and its naval partnerships. It serves as a reminder of the important role that aircraft carriers played in defending the country's interests and maintaining peace and stability in the postwar world. The image, taken by Charles E Brown of the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum, is a valuable addition to the historical record of the Royal Canadian Navy and its contributions to international naval operations.
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