Hmas Collection

HMAS Melbourne head-on. HMAS Melbourne was laid down in 1943 as HMS Majestic. Construction was frozen at the end of WW2 but resumed in 1949 after the ship was taken over by the RAN

Her Majestys Australian Ship (HMAS) Melbourne (21) shown with its complement of Douglas A-4G Skyhawks of 805 Squadron RAN ranged for entering port

The crew of HMAS Melbourne line up on the flight deck alongside its complement of Skyhawk and Tracker aircraft. HMAS Melbourne was laid down in 1943 as HMS Majestic

German cruiser SMS Emden attacked by HMAS Sydney, WW1
The German light cruiser SMS Emden attacked by HMAS Sydney on 9 November 1914, at the Battle of Cocos. Date: 1914

HMAS Sydney - Chatham Class Light Cruiser Built 1911-13, Australia. New Royal Australian Navy. Photograph taken on convoy by the HMS Dublin in 1917

German cruiser SMS Emden, WW1
The German light cruiser SMS Emden after being attacked by HMAS Sydney on 9 November 1914, at the Battle of Cocos. Escaping crew can be seen in a boat in the foreground. 1914

A Sopwith Pup of the RNAS taking-off from the turret platform of HMAS Sydney

HMS Encounter, 2nd class protected cruiser, Challenger class
Royal Navy - HMS Encounter, a 2nd-class protected cruiser of the Challenger class, operated by the Royal Navy (RN) and Royal Australian Navy (RAN), as HMAS Encounter

HMAS Yarra - River-Class Torpedo Destroyer
Royal Australian Navy - HMAS Yarra / HMS Yarra, a River-Class Torpedo Destroyer, making way at speed, on the River Clyde during manufacturers trials in 1910. Yarra was built by William Denny & Bros

Beardmore R-34 Airship Outside the Glasgow Inchinnan Factory Where She Was Built Date: 1919

HMAS Australia - D84 - County Kent Class Heavy Cruiser. Awarded 8 Battle Honours (WW2). Date: circa 1928

HMAS Sydney R17
Royal Australian Navy - HMAS Sydney R17, was a Majestic-class light aircraft carrier, seen in May 1953. Date: 1953

Battle of Cocos, Indian Ocean, WW1
Battle of Cocos, Indian Ocean, 9 November 1914, between the Australian light cruiser HMAS Sydney and the German light cruiser SMS Emden, First World War. The Australia ship won. 1914

Captain John Glossop of HMAS Sydney, naval officer
Captain John Glossop (1871-1934), naval officer who commanded HMAS Sydney for most of the First World War. He was promoted to rear admiral in 1921, retiring the following day. Date: early 20th century

Men of the Australian Navy in Great War Deeds, WW1
Men of the Australian Navy, on board the HMAS Sydney, cheering and crying as the defeated and sinking German cruiser Emden turned to run ashore

HMAS Sydney, Australian light cruiser
HMAS Sydney, Australian Chatham class light cruiser, launched in 1912. Date: circa 1910s

British submarine HMS J1, WW1
British submarine HMS J1 (later HMAS J1). Date: circa 1916

Australian submarine AE1, WW1
The Royal Australian Navys first submarine, the AE1, which sank with all 35 hands on 15 September 1914 off the Duke of York Islands, Papua New Guinea. Date: 1914

Australian submarine HMAS J4 (formerly British submarine HMS J4, transferred to the Australian navy in 1919). Seen here at Port Melbourne, Australia. Date: 1920

Bristol Sycamore Mk50
One of three Bristol Sycamore Mk50s delivered to HMAS Vengeance off Weymouth from RNAS Gosport

HMAS Sydney arriving in Sydney, Australia, 1936, modified Leander class light cruiser. In World War II on 19 November 1941 she engaged with the German cruiser Kormoran

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

HMAS Sydney landing party, Direction Island, WW1
Landing party of HMAS Sydney in a rowing boat, just about to arrive at Direction Island, in the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Indian Ocean, during the early part of the First World War

HMAS Sydney, British light cruiser, WW1
HMAS Sydney, Australian Town-class (Chatham sub-class) light cruiser, launched 1912, served during the First World War, decommissioned 1928. Seen here leaving Rosyth, Scotland. Date: circa 1917

Four Allied battlecruisers at sea, WW1
Four Allied battlecruisers at sea during the First World War. They are, from left to right, HMAS Australia, HMS New Zealand, HMS Indomitable and HMS Inflexible. Date: 1914-1918

HMS New Zealand, 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

HMAS Australia and HMAS New Zealand, WW1
HMAS Australia (left) and HMAS New Zealand (in the distance), Indefatigable class battle cruisers, launched 1911, served in the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

View on deck HMAS Australia, WW1
View on deck the HMAS Australia, an Indefatigable class battle cruiser, launched 1911, served in the First World War, decommissioned 1921. Date: 1914-1918

HMAS New Zealand and HMAS Australia, WW1
HMAS New Zealand (left) and HMAS Australia (centre), Indefatigable class battle cruisers, launched 1911, served in the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

HMAS Zamora at Scapa Flow, Scotland, WW1
The Australian ship HMAS Zamora at Scapa Flow, Scotland, during the First World War. Date: April 1915

Australian navy WWI
Royal Australian Flotilla HMAS Farramata secured to the bank, 400 miles up the Sepik River in New Guinea during World War I

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"HMAS Melbourne, a force to be reckoned with. In this captivating shot, the HMAS Melbourne is seen head-on, showcasing its sheer power and dominance on the seas. " "The crew Melbourne stands united on the flight deck, ready for any challenge that comes their way. Their unwavering dedication and teamwork make them an unstoppable force. " "Her Majesty's Australian Ship (HMAS) Melbourne (21), proudly representing Australia's naval strength and commitment to protecting our waters. " "A historic moment captured: German cruiser SMS Emden under attack by the fearless HMAS Sydney during World War I. A testament to bravery in times of conflict. " "Honoring the legacy Sydney - Chatham Class Light Cruiser built between 1911-13. Its sleek design and formidable capabilities made it a true icon of its time. " "In another gripping image from World War I, we witness German cruiser SMS Emden facing off against HMAS Sydney. The clash between these mighty vessels forever etched in history. " "A Sopwith Pup aircraft from the Royal Naval Air Service takes off from HMAS Sydney's deck, exemplifying the ship's versatility as both a naval vessel and an airbase during WWI. " "Proudly sailing through vast oceans - introducing HMAS Australia D84, a County Kent Class Heavy Cruiser that symbolizes strength and resilience in every wave it conquers. " "Capturing multiple angles of grace and might - behold three stunning shots Sydney R17. This legendary warship continues to inspire awe with its timeless elegance. " "Hailing from the River-Class Torpedo Destroyer fleet - presenting HMAS Yarra. With unparalleled speed and precision, she fearlessly protects our shores while leaving adversaries astounded.