Hms Nelson Collection

Inverkeithing Bay, Inverkeithing, 1949
Inverkeithing, Fife, Scotland

Launch of HMS Nelson at Govan, near Glasgow (engraving)
1602601 Launch of HMS Nelson at Govan, near Glasgow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launch of HMS Nelson at Govan, near Glasgow)

Coaling Stations in the East; HMS"Nelson" and the French man-o-war "Decres", 1890
'Coaling Stations in the East; HMS"Nelson" and the French man-o-war "Decres" Taking Coals on board from the beach in the Island of Timor, 1890. From "The Graphic

Firing observation mines from the shores, HMS Nelson, Naval drill, Jervis Bay, New South Wales, 1880s
Vintage illustration of Firing observation mines from the shores, HMS Nelson, Naval drill, Jervis Bay, New South Wales, 1880s

Target practice, HMS Nelson armoured cruiser built for the Royal Navy, Naval drill, Jervis Bay, New South Wales, 1880s
Vintage illustration of Target practice, HMS Nelson armoured cruiser built for the Royal Navy, Naval drill, Jervis Bay, New South Wales, 1880s

Battlecruiser HMS Hood, seen from HMS Nelson, 1937. The largest warship in the Royal Navy, HMS Hood exploded and sank while engaging the German battleship Bismarck

Visit of HMS "Nelson"to Melbourne (litho)
1046086 Visit of HMS " Nelson" to Melbourne (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of HMS " Nelson" to Melbourne)

HMS Nelson, Double Screw, Ironclad (engraving)
1613908 HMS Nelson, Double Screw, Ironclad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Nelson, Double Screw, Ironclad)

The Cruise of HMS "Nelson"in Australian and New Zealand Waters (engraving)
1055086 The Cruise of HMS " Nelson" in Australian and New Zealand Waters (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The French Occupation of the New Hebrides (engraving)
1046230 The French Occupation of the New Hebrides (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Occupation of the New Hebrides)

The Queens Jubilee Abroad, the Adelaide Jubilee Exhibition (engraving)
1046058 The Queens Jubilee Abroad, the Adelaide Jubilee Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Jubilee Abroad)

Ships of the British Navy (litho)
1622876 Ships of the British Navy (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ships of the British Navy. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 November 1884)

The Queens Jubilee Abroad (engraving)
1046057 The Queens Jubilee Abroad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Jubilee Abroad)

The launch of the Nelson (coloured engraving)
603834 The launch of the Nelson (coloured engraving) by Clennell, Luke (1781-1840); Private Collection; (add.info.: The launch of the Nelson, at Woolwich, London, on 4 July 1814)

British Nelson class battleship (colour litho)
6001928 British Nelson class battleship (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Nelson class battleship)

Notes with our Australian Squadron (engraving)
1062149 Notes with our Australian Squadron (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes with our Australian Squadron)

Royal Navy officers play game of cards, HMS Nelson, 1886
Vintage engraving Royal Navy officers play game of cards, HMS Nelson, 19th Century

Sir Anthony Musgrave, Governor of Queensland visiting HMS Nelson
Vintage engraving Sir Anthony Musgrave, Governor of Queensland visiting HMS Nelson, 19th Century

On Board H. M. S. Nelson, members of the South African division of the RNVR, 1941
On Board H.M.S. Nelson, members of the South African division of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve with the Fleet are ammunitioning ship with 16-in. shells, 1941

H. M.s Nelsons Silver Bell, Weight 2000 ozs, 20th Century
H.M.S Nelsons Silver Bell, Weight 2000 ozs, 20th Century

Sailors polishing the 16 inch guns of HMS Nelson, 1937. HMS Nelson was a Nelson-class battleship of the Royal Navy built between the two World Wars

The blacksmiths shop on board the battleship HMS Nelson, 1937. Cigarette card from The Navy series, produced by Senior Service Cigarettes, 1937

The guns of the battleship HMS Nelson firing, 1937. HMS Nelson was a Nelson-class battleship of the Royal Navy built between the two World Wars

HMS Nelson entering harbour at Portsmouth, 1937. Cigarette card from The Navy series, produced by Senior Service Cigarettes, 1937

Scrubbing the deck on board HMS Nelson, 1937. Cigarette card from The Navy series, produced by Senior Service Cigarettes, 1937

Holystoning the deck, HMS Nelson, 1937. Cigarette card from The Navy series, produced by Senior Service Cigarettes, 1937

Hoisting a sea boat, HMS Nelson, 1937. Cigarette card from The Navy series, produced by Senior Service Cigarettes, 1937

Battleship HMS Nelson, 1937. HMS Nelson was a Nelson-class battleship of the Royal Navy built between the two World Wars. Her design was unusual, with all the main 16 inch guns mounted forward

An anti-aircraft gun on board HMS Nelson, 1937. Cigarette card from The Navy series, produced by Senior Service Cigarettes, 1937

Government House and HMS Nelson, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1886. Artist: JR Ashton
Government House and HMS Nelson, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1886. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol I, by Andrew Garran

HMS Nelson Flagship Home Fleet Outbreak WWII
EDITORIAL HMS Nelson, flagship of the home fleet at the outbreak of WWII

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"HMS Nelson: A Majestic Journey Through Time" Step back in time to Inverkeithing Bay, Inverkeithing, 1949, where the magnificent HMS Nelson proudly sailed through the waters. This iconic battleship was a symbol of strength and power as it embarked on its glorious journey. The launch at Govan, near Glasgow (engraving) marked a momentous occasion that captured the hearts of all who witnessed it. The sheer grandeur and craftsmanship showcased in this event were truly awe-inspiring. In 1937, from the deck of HMS Nelson, one could witness the breathtaking sight of Battlecruiser HMS Hood sailing gracefully alongside. It was an extraordinary display of naval might and camaraderie between these two formidable vessels. Venturing far beyond its homeland shores, HMS "Nelson" made its way to Melbourne (litho), leaving an indelible mark on Australian soil. The ship's visit brought excitement and admiration from locals who marveled at its imposing presence. HMS Nelson's legacy extended beyond mere appearances; it was renowned for being a double screw ironclad vessel (engraving). Its robust construction ensured both durability and resilience during times of conflict. Embarking on a memorable voyage through Australian and New Zealand waters (engraving), HMS "Nelson" left an enduring impression on those fortunate enough to witness its majestic passage. It became a symbol of unity between nations as they shared in this remarkable experience together. Not limited to peaceful voyages alone, history recalls moments such as The French Occupation of the New Hebrides (engraving), where HMS "Nelson" played an integral role in safeguarding British interests across distant lands. During Queen Victoria's Jubilee celebrations abroad, including the Adelaide Jubilee Exhibition (engraving), ships like HMS "Nelson" stood tall as representatives of Britain's naval prowess.