Hms Howe Collection

The Deck of HMS Howe (engraving)
1603730 The Deck of HMS Howe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Deck of HMS Howe. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 November 1892)

Naval Court-Martial on Board HMS Swiftsure, Devonport, on the Stranding of HMS Howe (engraving)
1603892 Naval Court-Martial on Board HMS Swiftsure, Devonport, on the Stranding of HMS Howe (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

HMS Howe Aground at Ferrol (engraving)
1603731 HMS Howe Aground at Ferrol (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Howe Aground at Ferrol)

Arrival of the French Squadron under Admiral Gervais at Spithead (engraving)
1591845 Arrival of the French Squadron under Admiral Gervais at Spithead (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

HMS Howe being towed into Ferrol Harbour (engraving)
1604164 HMS Howe being towed into Ferrol Harbour (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Howe being towed into Ferrol Harbour)

The Stranding of HMS "Howe"on Pereiro Reefs, at the Mouth of Ferrol Harbour, Spain (engraving)
1047752 The Stranding of HMS " Howe" on Pereiro Reefs, at the Mouth of Ferrol Harbour, Spain (engraving) by Martino

HMS Howe, which has been stranded at Ferrol, North Coast of Spain (b / w photo)
1603700 HMS Howe, which has been stranded at Ferrol, North Coast of Spain (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Howe)

Position of HMS Howe at Ferrol after the First Attempt to raise her (engraving)
1604057 Position of HMS Howe at Ferrol after the First Attempt to raise her (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Salving of HMS "Howe", the Disabled Battleship passing up the Medway on her Way to Chatham Dockyard
1062668 The Salving of HMS " Howe", the Disabled Battleship passing up the Medway on her Way to Chatham Dockyard (litho) by Wyllie

A view of HMS Howe firing her 14 inch guns near Scapa Flow. The brilliant flash from the guns which precedes the cordite smoke lasts only for a fraction of a second. October 1942

The lads of the training ship HMS Impregnable, 1896. Artist: WM Crockett
The lads of the training ship HMS Impregnable, 1896. HMS Impregnable was a second-rate ship of the line that became a training ship at Devonport in 1862

The company of the battleship HMS Howe, 1896. Artist: R Ellis
The company of the battleship HMS Howe, 1896. Launched in 1885, HMS Howe was the last ship of the Admiral class of battleships. She served with the Mediterranean fleet from 1893 until 1896

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"HMS Howe: A Tale of Triumph and Peril" Step aboard the deck of HMS Howe, a majestic vessel that witnessed both glorious victories and treacherous challenges. This engraving captures the grandeur and power that defined this renowned battleship. In one scene, we witness a gripping naval court-martial taking place on board HMS Swiftsure at Devonport. The trial revolves around the stranding of HMS Howe, an event etched in history forever. Another engraving depicts the ship aground at Ferrol, Spain - a haunting reminder of her vulnerability amidst tumultuous waters. Amidst these trials, hope arrives with the arrival of Admiral Gervais and his French squadron at Spithead. Perhaps their presence will bring salvation to HMS Howe? In another captivating image, we see her being towed into Ferrol Harbour - a testament to resilience as efforts are made to rescue this mighty vessel. The perils faced by HMS Howe become vividly apparent in yet another engraving showcasing her stranding on Pereiro Reefs near Ferrol Harbour's mouth. Despite these setbacks, she remains steadfast as seen in a black-and-white photograph capturing her stranded state along Spain's North Coast. However, there is light amidst darkness; an engraving reveals her position after the first attempt to raise her at Ferrol - offering glimmers of hope for restoration. And indeed, triumph comes when she is salvaged and passes up the Medway en route to Chatham Dockyard - a triumphant moment immortalized in lithographic form. Beyond its own tale lies another fascinating glimpse into maritime history: an artist's rendition showcases "HMS Impregnable, " serving as a training ship for young lads in 1896. Their journey towards becoming skilled seamen echoes the spirit embodied by HMS Howe herself. Finally, we witness HMS Howe unleashing its might upon Scapa Flow through firing its formidable 14-inch guns - displaying the sheer power and force that made her a formidable presence on the seas.