Flagship Collection (page 8)

Admiral Sir Tom Phillips (1888 - 1941), who was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Eastern Fleet on 1 December 1941. He subsequently commanded Force Z during the Japanese invasion of Malaya

Four British battleship, WW1
Four British battleships at sea during the First World War. Date: 1914

HMS Iron Duke, British battleship, WW1
HMS Iron Duke, British battleship, launched 1912, served as the flagship of the Grand Fleet during the First World War, used as a base ship at Scapa Flow during the Second World War

Iron Duke Warship
This dreadnought, seen here in the Pentland Firth, is the flagship at the battle of Jutland : she will become a training ship in 1931 and will be scrapped in 1946. Date: launched 1912

Columbuss ship the Santa Maria. The Santa Maria was the Italian explorer Christopher Columbuss (1451-1506) flagship during his voyages that discovered the New World

STEAMBOAT: PILGRIM, c1883. The grand steamboat Pilgrim, the largest in the world at the time of completion. The flagship of the Fall River line

Santa Maria replica, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
A replica of Christopher Columbus caravelle, the Santa Maria, sailing off the coast near Funchal, Madeira, with tourists on board

Selfridges Department Store - London
Selfridges Department Store - Oxford Street, London, which opened in 1909

The exact spot Admiral Nelson fell
The exact spot at which Admiral Horatio Nelson fell during the Battle of Trafalgar on 21st October 1805 is marked on the deck of HMS Victory by this small brass plaque

HMS Victory - Nelsons Flagship - in drydock at Portsmouth

Leviathan refueling
The fuel ship British Councillor bunkering (refueling) the large liner Leviathan. The second of a trio of transatlantic liners built by Germanys Hamburg America Line as the SS Vaterland for

H. M. S. Victory illuminated at night
The H.M.S. Victory, Nelsons flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar 1805, is illuminated a hundred years later on 21 October 1905 to celebrate the centenary of the Britains famous naval victory

Photograph of H. M. S. Victory docked
Photograph of Nelsons flagship H.M.S. Victory seen through an archway as it sits on the dock with sailors in the foreground

A powder primer from the Victory
A powder primer bearing an inscription that says it is from Nelsons flagship the H.M.S. Victory. These primers were as food for Nelsons guns on the Victory which led in the famous Battle of Trafalgar

Commemoration of the Battle of Trafalgar on board H. M. S. Vic
In commemoration of the Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805, the current Lord Nelson distributes prizes to the scholars of the Portsmouth Church High Schools, on 21 October 1886

USS Pennsylvania at sea, 1921
Photograph showing the American battleship and Flagship of the Atlantic Fleet, USS Pennsylvania, seen from the stern of USS Henderson, 1921

Launch of HMS Windsor Castle, September 1852
Engraving of the re-launch of HMS Windsor Castle, 140 Gun First rate warship, on 14th September 1852 at Pembroke Dockyard

The Lower Deck of HMS Foudroyant
Photograph of the lower deck of HMS Foudroyant ; the 2nd Rate ship, built in 1798, that served as Lord Nelsons Flagship in the Mediterranean, 1799-1800. Mess tables can be seen set up between the guns

HMS Royal Oak viewed from HMS Queen Elizabeth, 1935
Photograph of a huge wave breaking over the bows of HMS Royal Oak, launched 1916, as seen from the stern of HMS Queen Elizabeth, Mediterranean Sea, 1935

HMS Caesar, 1905
Photograph of HMS Caesar ; the British Naval Representative at the Norwegian Royal Inauguration, December 1905. This vessel, the flagship of the second in command of the Channel Squadron

Victoria / Camperdown 3
Admiral Tryon, whose error and obstinacy have caused his flagship Victoria to be rammed by the Camperdown, goes down with his ship, thus avoiding a court-martial

The loss of HMS Victoria the flagship after being rammed by
The loss of the flagship H.M.S Victoria showing the boat sinking after being rammed by H.M.S Camperdown. 436 men died as a result of an Admiral sending the two ships on a collison course

China Warships 1897
German warships off the China coast : the flagship Kaiser signals that the artillery has been landed

German Naval Manoeuvres
The German battle fleet on manoeuvres, seen from the bridge of the commanding flagship

The Gun Deck of Lord Horatio Nelsons flagship, H.M.S. Victory, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England

H. M. s. Victory
Lord Horatio Nelsons flagship, H.M.S. Victory docked at Portsmouth, Hampshire, England

The Quarter Deck of Lord Horatio Nelsons flagship, H.M.S. Victory, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England

The Admirals Quarters of Lord Horatio Nelsons flagship, H.M.S. Victory, Portsmouth, Hampshire England

Bombardment of Algeria
The quarter-deck of the " Queen Charlotte", Lord Exmouths flagship, at the bombardment of Algiers

SANTA MARIA (CIG CARD)
The flagship of Columbus

Indomitable Tows Lion
After the inconclusive Battle of Dogger Bank, the cruiser Indomitable tows home the damaged flagship Lion

St George, Blakes Ship
This is Admiral Blakes flagship in 1657, in action against the French and Spaniards

Trafalgar Day
TRAFALGAR DAY Nelsons victory over the French, on 21 October 1805, is commemorated every year on the deck of his flagship, the Victory, at Portsmouth

The Ark Royal, the flagship of the British fleet

SHIP / VICTORY (1894)
Nelsons flagship moored in Portsmouth

Trafalgar / French Loss
The sinking of Admiral Villeneuves flagship

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"Flagship: A Symbol of Power, Resilience, and Legacy" The term "flagship" evokes images of grandeur and significance in the maritime world. From historic vessels like HMS Victory to modern icons such as the QE2, these ships have left an indelible mark on history. HMS Victory stands tall as a testament to British naval supremacy. As Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship during the Battle of Trafalgar, it played a pivotal role in securing victory against Napoleon's forces. Its towering masts proudly displayed flags that symbolized courage and determination. Speaking of flags, they hold immense importance aboard flagships. They communicate messages with precision and clarity. Nelson's famous quote, "England expects that every man will do his duty, " was signaled from HMS Victory before the decisive battle commenced. Moving forward in time, we encounter the majestic QE2 - a floating palace that epitomized luxury travel for decades. This iconic ship transported passengers across oceans while embodying elegance and sophistication. Not all they are built for peaceful voyages; some endure harsh conditions in times of conflict. H. M. S Warspite proved its mettle during both World Wars, surviving relentless attacks with unwavering resilience. In extreme environments like Antarctica, The Endurance showcased bravery amidst adversity when Sir Ernest Shackleton led his crew through treacherous ice-filled waters on their ill-fated expedition. Even landlocked places can boast flagships; Blackpool houses Nelson's Flagship Foudroyant – a proud reminder of Britain's naval heritage nestled away from open seas but still captivating visitors with its historical allure. Beyond ships themselves, other entities have adopted this term to represent excellence or prominence. In 1929 Buick advertisement proclaimed their car as the "flagship" model – an embodiment of style and innovation within their fleet. Sometimes flagships become intertwined with tragic events.