Armoured Cruiser Collection

Naval Reserve leaving USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Naval Reserve leaving USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915.

Morning drill - USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Morning drill - USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915.

War game-10 in. gun practice - USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
War game-10 in. gun practice - USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915. Shows the USS Washington which was renamed the Seattle in Nov. 1916.

Kangaroo court martial on USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Kangaroo court martial on USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915.

War game drill on USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
War game drill on USS Seattle, between c1910 and c1915. Shows drilll on the USS Washington which was renamed the Seattle in Nov. 1916.

Baseball team on ship named WASHINGTON (baseball), c1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Baseball team on ship named WASHINGTON (baseball), c1911. Shows the armored cruiser USS Washington ACR-11, later USS Seattle.

Boat Drill on USS Washington, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Boat Drill on USS Washington, between c1910 and c1915. USS Washington was renamed the Seattle in Nov. 1916.

Transfer of 8" shells, League Isl'd., 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Transfer of 8" shells, League Isl'd., 1913. Shows armored cruiser USS Brooklyn (CA-3) at League Island, Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, PA, in Feb

Bow of USS Maine, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Bow of USS Maine, between c1910 and c1915.

Baseball team on ship named WASHINGTON (baseball), c1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Baseball team on ship named WASHINGTON (baseball), c1911. Shows the armored cruiser USS Washington ACR-11, later USS Seattle.

Armour-clad frigate built in the Clyde for the Danish government, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Armour-clad frigate built in the Clyde for the Danish government, 1864. Ship built by Messrs J. and G. Thomson. 'Her length is 280 ft., her tonnage 3500 tons register

The French armoured cruiser Jeanne d'Arc approaching its mooring after a day of manoeuvres (colour litho)
2795873 The French armoured cruiser Jeanne d'Arc approaching its mooring after a day of manoeuvres (colour litho) by Sebille

U.S.S. New York, c1893. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, c1893

U.S.S. Brooklyn, forecastle deck, between 1896 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Brooklyn, forecastle deck, between 1896 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, "taking a nap", (1899?). Creator: Unknown. U.S.S
U.S.S. New York, "taking a nap", (1899?)

U.S.S. New York, breech of 8 inch gun and crew, (1899?). Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, breech of 8 inch gun and crew, (1899?)

U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and "Pitch" the mascot, (1899?). Creator: Unknown. U.S.S
U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and "Pitch" the mascot, (1899?)

U.S.S. New York, Admiral Farquhar leaving the ship, 1899, 1899. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, Admiral Farquhar leaving the ship, 1899, 1899

U.S.S. New York, single stick exercise, (1899?). Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, single stick exercise, (1899?)

U.S.S. Maine, the actors, 1896. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine, the actors, 1896

U.S.S. Maine, "I name thee Maine", 1889 Nov. Creator: Unknown. U.S.S
U.S.S. Maine, "I name thee Maine", 1889 Nov

U.S.S. Maine ward room officers, 1896, 1896. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine ward room officers, 1896, 1896

U.S.S. Maine Board of Inquiry into destruction of Maine, between 1898 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine Board of Inquiry into destruction of Maine, between 1898 and 1901

U.S.S. Maine, Marines embarking at Hampton Roads, 1898. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine, Marines embarking at Hampton Roads, 1898

U.S.S. New York, washing clothes, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, washing clothes, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, scrubbing down, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, scrubbing down, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, morning exercise, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, morning exercise, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, morning exercise, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, morning exercise, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, morning report, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, morning report, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, a champion boat crew, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, a champion boat crew, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, ship's tailor, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, ship's tailor, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, carpenter's gang, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, carpenter's gang, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, group of sailors, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, group of sailors, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, crew of forward 8 inch guns, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, crew of forward 8 inch guns, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, ship's company, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, ship's company, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and Pitch the mascot, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and Pitch the mascot, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Ensign Castleman, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Ensign Castleman, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Chaplain Royce, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Chaplain Royce, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, ward room [i.e. wardroom] mess, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, ward room [i.e. wardroom] mess, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, junior officers, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, junior officers, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Capt. Chadwick and officers, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Capt. Chadwick and officers, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Capt. Chadwick, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Capt. Chadwick, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Capt. Chadwick, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Capt. Chadwick, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, breech of 8 inch gun and crew, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, breech of 8 inch gun and crew, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, 8 inch gun and crew, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, 8 inch gun and crew, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, between 1893 and 1901

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The armoured cruiser, HMS "Good Hope, " was a formidable vessel that held the title of being the largest and fastest of its kind. With its imposing presence on the open seas, it instilled both fear and respect in those who crossed its path. One such encounter took place during a return journey from Morocco, as depicted in a vibrant illustration for Le Rire. The colours brought to life the grandeur of this majestic ship as it sailed triumphantly towards home. However, not all tales surrounding armoured cruisers were filled with glory. A tragic incident unfolded during a motorboat race from Algiers to Toulon when the Camille sank amidst fierce competition. The vivid lithograph captured the chaos and desperation that ensued as brave souls fought against nature's wrath. In another striking image, we witness the French armoured cruiser Sully stranded on treacherous rocks in Indochina's Bay of Along. The colourful lithograph showcased both the beauty and danger present in these remote waters. War often left indelible marks on history, and one such moment was immortalized through an illustration titled "The Sinking of Gneisenau" found within Told in the Huts. This powerful depiction served as a reminder of sacrifice and loss endured by those aboard this ill-fated vessel. Amidst times of peace, launches like that of French armoured cruiser Leon Gambetta became moments to celebrate progress and national pride. A vibrant lithograph captured this significant event where spectators marveled at technological advancements taking shape before their eyes. Leadership also played a crucial role in naval affairs; President Loubet's visit to Algeria aboard cruiser Jeanne d'Arc showcased France's commitment to maintaining strong ties with its colonies across vast distances. Across continents, other nations sought to assert their naval prowess too - American armoured cruiser USS New York stood tall through an impressive chromolitho rendering while Austrian counterpart SMS Konigin Maria Theresia commanded attention through its own vibrant depiction.