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Jigsaw Puzzle : Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood
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Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood
Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood, sunk by the German Battleship Bismarck at the Battle of Denmark Strait on 24th May 1941. Named after the 18th-century Admiral Samuel Hood (1724-1816)
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Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the thrilling history of the Royal Navy with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic Battlecruiser HMS Hood. This intriguing puzzle, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the majestic HMS Hood, named after the renowned 18th-century Admiral Samuel Hood. Engage in an immersive puzzle-solving experience as you piece together this stunning image of the historic battlecruiser. Relive the heroic tales of the Royal Navy and transport yourself back in time with this captivating puzzle, perfect for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the majestic Royal Navy Battlecruiser HMS Hood as it cuts through the waves during peacetime, a symbol of British naval power and pride. Named after the renowned 18th-century Admiral Samuel Hood (1724-1816), this battlecruiser was the flagship of the Home Fleet and the largest warship in the world at the time of its launch in 1920. With a displacement of over 42,000 tons and armed with nine 15-inch guns, HMS Hood was a formidable presence on the high seas. However, the tranquility of the waters seen in this image was soon shattered as the world plunged into the chaos of World War II. On May 24, 1941, the Hood was engaged in the Battle of Denmark Strait against the German battleship Bismarck. Despite being the more powerful and better-armed ship, HMS Hood was fatally hit by a salvo from the Bismarck's guns, causing a catastrophic explosion that sank the ship with the loss of 1,415 lives. The sinking of HMS Hood was a devastating blow to the British navy and a turning point in the Battle of the Atlantic. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the grandeur and the tragic fate of this iconic warship, which continues to be remembered as a symbol of courage and sacrifice in the face of adversity.
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