Cruisers Collection (#4)

Italy v. Turkey, rival navies compared, by G. H. Davis
Italy versus Turkey, the rival navies compared. Showing the Italian navy (top), whose chief fighting strength was four powerful armoured cruisers, and the Turkish navy (bottom)

H. M. S. Duke of Edinburgh
The lead ship of the Duke of Ediburgh class of armoured cruisers constructed for the Royal Navy in the mid 1900s. After participating in the Battle of Jutland in May 1916

Silhouette of German cruisers 1914
Silhouettes showing the appearance of some of the well-know German cruisers which were roaming the seas in search of British merchantmen. Date: 1914

HMS York, cruiser

HMS Frobisher, British heavy cruiser, in dry dock
HMS Frobisher (D81), British Hawkins-class heavy cruiser, seen here in dry dock, viewed from above. Date: circa 1940s

HMS Renown
The Battlecruiser HMS Renown passing the aircraft carrier HMS Eagle, entering the Grand Harbour in Malta in the 1930s Date: 1930s

HMS Effingham, Birmingham Class Cruiser

Co Donegal, Inishowen, Greencastle Harbour

Source Size = 3753 x 1264
The War in the East: with the Turks, Russian Torpedo Boats Attacking Turkish Cruisers on the Sulina Branch of the Danube

The Naval Manoeuvres, with the Hostile Fleet: the Fleet Signalling with the Electric Search Light to the Colliers and Cruisers at a Distance of Forty Miles, 1890 Engraving

Westhaven Marina, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand - aerial

Auckland, North Island, New Zealand

Yokohama, celebrating arrival of Cruisers Nisshin and Kasuga
Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan - A fete to celebrate the arrival of Cruisers Nisshin and Kasuga. Date: 1904

Picture No. 10761634
Cuba - US cars and road cruisers from the 1950s (here a Chrysler) are a common sight in Cuba's capital Havana. Date:

Picture No. 10761635
Cuba - US cars and road cruisers from the 1950s (here a Chevrolet) are a common sight in Cuba's capital Havana. Date:

Picture No. 10761633
Cuba - US cars and road cruisers from the 1950s (here a Chevrolet) are a common sight in Cuba's capital Havana. Date:

Picture No. 10761636
Cuba - US cars and road cruisers from the 1950s (here a Chevrolet) are a common sight in Cuba's capital Havana. Date:

Picture No. 10761631
Cuba - US cars and road cruisers from the 1950s are a common sight in Cuba's capital Havana. Date:

Tourist pleasure cruiser Lady Wakefield, awaiting passengers at Glenridding, Lake Ullswater, Northern Lakes, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Flettner FL282 Kolibri helicopter in flight. This helicopter had two intermeshing rotors and was intended to operate from cruisers for spotting work in anti-submarine patrols

A line-up of Flettner FL282 Kolibri helicopters. This helicopter had two intermeshing rotors and was intended to operate from cruisers for spotting work in anti-submarine patrols

US Navy armoured cruisers New York, left, commissioned 1891, and Brooklyn commissioned 1896. During the Spanish-American War, 1898, Brooklyn was flagship of the American Flying Squadron

View of HMS Belfast museum ship moored on river in city, Tower Bridge, River Thames, London, England, april

The Cruiser (Vindula arsinoe) adult female, resting on leaf, Queensland, Australia, November

The Cruiser (Vindula arsinoe) adult male, resting on leaf, Queensland, Australia, November

Firing a Torpedo
Charging a torpedo-tube aboard a U-boat, of the type which sank three British cruisers in the North Sea during the first weeks of World War One - a warning of things to come... Date: September 1914

Straight Line Mapwing (Cyrestis nivea) + Little Mapwing (Cyrestis maenalis) + Cruiser (Vindula dejone)
MAR-1634 Straight Line Mapwing + Little Mapwing (Cyrestis maenalis) + Cruiser (Vindula dejone) - sucking minerals on sand Gunung Leuser National Park - Northern Sumatra - Indonesia Cyrestis nivea

Pleasure cruisers Miss Lakeland II and Miss Westmorland, at jetty on edge of lake, Bowness on Windermere, Lake Windermere, Lake District, Cumbria, England, march

Launching the Deutschland
Launching of the cruiser Deutschland at Kiel 19/5 1931. Date: 1931

Thomas Cook cruisers - Luxor, Egypt
Nile river cruisers of the Thomas Cook Co. moored alongside the Winter Palace Hotel at Luxor, Egypt. Date: circa 1908

Moored Motor Cruisers
Moored motor cruisers on the Shropshire Union Canal, at Hargrave, Cheshire, England. Date: 1960s

Austrian battleships after Otranto Barrage, Adriatic, WW1
Austro-Hungarian battleships after the Otranto Barrage (Battle of the Otranto Straits) in the Adriatic, First World War. Here, the damaged SMS Novara limps back, helped by SMS Sankt Georg

HMS New Zealand, Battle of Jutland, WW1
HMS New Zealand, Indefatigable class British battlecruiser (a gift from the government of New Zealand), launched 1911, served during the First World War, decommissioned 1922

Oxford Canal Cruisers
Two converted narrow boats Mandy and Nelson, cruising on the Oxford Canal, near Lower Shuckburgh, Warwickshire, England. Date: early 1960s

Aerial view of Bruges Canal, Zeebrugge, Belgium, WW1
Aerial view of the Bruges Canal at the sea port of Zeebrugge, Belgium, during the First World War, around the time of the Zeebrugge Raid (23 April 1918)

View of Bruges Canal, Zeebrugge, Belgium, post-WW1
View of the Bruges Canal at the sea port of Zeebrugge, Belgium, taken after the end of the First World War. Showing three old British cruisers, HMS Thetis, Intrepid and Iphigenia

Sunken cruiser, Bruges Canal, Zeebrugge, Belgium, WW1
An American photo of a sunken British cruiser in the Bruges Canal at the sea port of Zeebrugge, Belgium, during the First World War, soon after the Zeebrugge Raid (23 April 1918)

Shropshire Union Canal
Narrow boats and motor cruisers causing congestion on the Shropshire Union Canal at Barbridge, Cheshire, England. Date: 1960s

Hms Indominatble
One of three battle-cruisers added to the R N at this time, sister to Invincible, she will take part in several notable engagements of WW1 including Jutland. Date: completed 1908

Students on Canal
Students plying private hire motor cruisers on the Oxford Canal, near Napton, Warwickshire, England. Date: early 1960s

HMS Chester, British light cruiser, WW1
The forecastle and gun of the British Town-class light cruiser, HMS Chester, launched 1915, which took part in the Battle of Jutland (1916) during the First World War

View of Bruges Canal, Zeebrugge, Belgium, WW1
View of the Bruges Canal at the sea port of Zeebrugge, Belgium, during the First World War, around the time of the Zeebrugge Raid (23 April 1918)

View of British ships from Ostend, Belgium, WW1
View of British ships and boats out at sea, seen from the port of Ostend, Belgium, during the First World War. They include two obsolete British cruisers, HMS Brilliant and HMS Sirius

Austrian battleship SMS Novara, Adriatic, WW1
The Austro-Hungarian battleship SMS Novara, damaged during the Otranto Barrage (Battle of the Otranto Straits) in the Adriatic, First World War. Date: May 1917

British 3rd Light Cruiser Squadron at sea, WW1
Ships of the British 3rd LCS (Light Cruiser Squadron) at sea during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

John Jack Travers Cornwell, heroic sailor, WW1
John Jack Travers Cornwell (1900-1916), heroic young sailor posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery on HMS Chester during the Battle of Jutland

HMS Grafton, British cruiser, WW1
HMS Grafton, British Edgar-class cruiser, launched 1892, served in the Gallipoli Campaign, First World War, decommissioned 1920

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"Cruisers: The Mighty Backbone of the British Royal Navy Fleet" Step aboard the historical journey of cruisers, as we delve into their pivotal role in shaping naval warfare. From the legendary HMS Suffolk to the iconic HMS Hood, these vessels have left an indelible mark on maritime history. In World War I, the valiant HMS Arethusa led a fleet of destroyers, displaying unparalleled bravery and resilience. Their joint efforts during this tumultuous time exemplified the unwavering spirit of the British Royal Navy. The Last Shot by Matania captures a poignant moment in history when battleships like HMS Norfolk stood tall amidst raging seas and relentless enemy fire. These heavy cruisers played a crucial role in defending Britain's shores during World War II. Remembering heroes like John Jack Travers Cornwell, who bravely fought at the Battle of Jutland aboard HMS Chester. His sacrifice symbolizes the courage displayed by countless sailors who risked everything for king and country. Lion Leads in Jutland - an unforgettable image that depicts how HMS Lion fearlessly took charge amidst fierce combat during World War I. This battlecruiser bore witness to intense fighting but remained steadfast until victory was secured. Even amid adversity, British battlecruisers such as HMS Tiger and HMS Lion showcased their might on numerous occasions throughout World War I. They were instrumental in safeguarding Britain's interests across vast oceans. H. M. S Cressy stands as a testament to both triumphs and tragedies faced by cruisers during times of conflict. Its legacy serves as a reminder that even great ships can fall victim to enemy attacks while protecting our shores. A commemorative card honoring Zeebrugge and Ostend raid pays homage to those who participated in daring missions during World War I. Cruisers played an integral part in executing these strategic operations with precision and audacity.