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Diagram of the HMS Repulse, a Renown-class battlecruiser. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram HMS Emerald Emerald-class Light Cruiser
Diagram of HMS Emerald, an Emerald-class light cruiser. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram HMS Effingham Hawkins-class Sank Sunk
Diagram of HMS Effingham, a Hawkins-class heavy cruiser. She sank in 1940. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram HMS Devonshire County-class Heavy Cruiser
Diagram of the HMS Devonshire. County-class heavy cruiser of the London sub-class. From British Warships, published 1940

20th Century Archival Archive Athwartships Catapult
Diagram of the HMS Berwick, pennant number 65, a County-class heavy cruiser of the British Royal Navy, part of the Kent subclass. From British Warships, published 1940

York-class Lead Ship Heavy Cruiser HMS York (90)
Diagram of the HMS York (90). From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram HMS Arethusa Arethusa-class Light Cruiser
Diagram of the HMS Arethusa, a Royal Navy light cruiser. Launched in 1913, she was wrecked after being damaged by a naval mine in 1916. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram HMS Dorsetshire County-class Heavy Cruiser
Diagram of MS Dorsetshire, a County-class heavy cruiser. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram HMS Exeter York-class Heavy Cruiser Two 8in Guns
Diagram of HMS Exeter. A York-class heavy cruiser. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram Aircraft Carrier HMS Glorious Built Large Light Cruiser
Diagram of the aircraft carrier HMS Glorious, built as a large light cruiser in 1915-1917, she was converted, 1924-1930. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram Ark Royal Aircraft Carrier Searchlight
Diagram of the Ark Royal, an aircraft carrier of the Royal Navy. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram HMS Belfast Royal Navy Town-class Light Cruiser
Diagram of the HMS Belfast, a Royal Navy Town-class light cruiser. From British Warships, published 1940

HMS Renown Renown-class Battle-cruiser Battlecruiser
Diagram of the HMS Renown. The battle-cruiser which fought the Scharnhorst in a snowstorm off Narvik. From British Warships, published 1940

Diagram Battlecruiser HMS Hood British Warship
Diagram of the battlecruiser HMS Hood. From British Warships, published 1940

HMS Barham Queen Elizabeth-class Battleship Battleships
HMS Barham, a Queen Elizabeth-class battleship. From British Warships, published 1940

HMS Royal Sovereign (pennant number 05). Revenge-class aka Royal Sovereign and R-class battleship of the Royal Navy. From British Warships, published 1940

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"Director Tower: A Glimpse into the Naval History" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of naval warfare with the Director Tower. This captivating structure, depicted in various diagrams, played a crucial role in guiding ships during intense battles. One such diagram showcases the HMS Emerald, an Emerald-class Light Cruiser that served valiantly but unfortunately met its demise. Another illustration features the HMS Effingham, a Hawkins-class cruiser that tragically sank while fulfilling its duty. Moving on to heavier cruisers, we encounter the mighty HMS Devonshire from the County-class. Its imposing presence and firepower made it a force to be reckoned with on the high seas. Delving deeper into history, we come across archival records of an Athwartships Catapult from the 20th Century. This innovative device allowed aircraft to take off swiftly from carriers like the lead ship heavy cruiser HMS York of York-class fame. The journey continues with glimpses of other notable vessels such as HMS Arethusa, an Arethusa-class light cruiser known for its agility and speed. The diagram also highlights another County-class heavyweight - HMS Dorsetshire - showcasing its formidable capabilities. But let's not forget about firepower. The diagram featuring HMS Exeter reveals two powerful 8-inch guns mounted on this York-class heavy cruiser – a testament to its offensive prowess. Shifting our focus towards aircraft carriers, we encounter none other than HMS Glorious – originally built as a large light cruiser before being converted into an aircraft carrier. This transformation allowed her to play a vital role in naval operations during critical moments in history. And who could overlook Ark Royal? With her searchlights illuminating dark skies and guiding planes safely home, this iconic aircraft carrier left an indelible mark on naval warfare tactics. Last but certainly not least is HMS Belfast – part of Royal Navy's Town class light cruisers.