Naval Guns Collection

US naval bombardment of Matanzas, Cuba, during the Spanish-American War, 1898
NWI4712495 US naval bombardment of Matanzas, Cuba, during the Spanish-American War, 1898.; (add.info.: US naval bombardment of Matanzas, Cuba, during the Spanish-American War)

Naval guns at Swindon Works, alongside Star Class locomotive, no. 4013 Knight of St Patrick, c. 1915
A view of four naval guns at Swindon works, positioned with Star Class locomotive, no. 4013 Knight of St Patrick on show on the turntable. This is very much a publicity photograph for the GWR

6in. naval guns on display on Macaw B wagons at Swindon Works c. 1915
6in. naval guns on display on Macaw B wagons at Swindon Works. The guns were sent in from elsewhere, but the manufacture of 40 large field carriages upon which the guns were mounted was a specialist

Naval guns outside A Shop, Swindon Works c. 1915
Four 6in. naval guns are proudly displayed on the tracks outside of A Shop, with County Tank, No. 2232, in steam, just behind. The guns are mounted on carriages with limbers attached

Our Arsenal at Woolwich (litho)
1593556 Our Arsenal at Woolwich (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Arsenal at Woolwich, casting Six-Inch Shells for Naval Guns)

The War, with General Buller on the Tugela (litho)
1600511 The War, with General Buller on the Tugela (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, with General Buller on the Tugela)

The South African War, the Fighting near Machadodorp and Lydenburg (litho)
1600266 The South African War, the Fighting near Machadodorp and Lydenburg (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South African War)

Scenes in Chieveley (litho)
1599269 Scenes in Chieveley (litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes in Chieveley)

More Naval Guns for the Front, the Crowd cheering Bluejackets in Durban (litho)
1043388 More Naval Guns for the Front, the Crowd cheering Bluejackets in Durban (litho) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: More Naval Guns for the Front)

General View of the Field of Battle before Spion Kop from Gun Hill (litho)
1048657 General View of the Field of Battle before Spion Kop from Gun Hill (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mark 7 16-inch gun barrels on deck of battleship USS Missouri
Mark 7 16-inch (50 caliber) gun barrels on deck of battleship USS Missouri, Pearl Harbor, Oahu, Hawaii

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"Naval Guns: A Powerful Display of Military Might" In the early 20th century, Swindon Works became a hub for naval gun production. Alongside the magnificent Star Class locomotive, no. 4013 Knight of St Patrick, stood formidable naval guns that would shape history. These 6in. They were proudly showcased on Macaw B wagons at Swindon Works in 1915, a testament to British engineering prowess. Outside A Shop at Swindon Works, another set stood tall and ready for action in 1915. These weapons were part of our arsenal at Woolwich, where they were meticulously crafted with precision and care. The lithographs depicting scenes from various battles further highlight the significance of these naval guns during times of conflict. From General Buller's presence on the Tugela River to the intense fighting near Machadodorp and Lydenburg during the South African War - these images capture moments when these powerful weapons played a crucial role. One lithograph showcases more Naval Guns being transported to Durban amidst cheering crowds of Bluejackets. The sight must have instilled hope and confidence as these brave sailors prepared to defend their nation's interests. A general view from Gun Hill provides an awe-inspiring perspective of the field before Spion Kop - showcasing how these colossal weapons dominated the landscape with their immense firepower. Even across oceans, such as on deck battleship USS Missouri, Mark 7 16-inch gun barrels serve as a reminder that naval power knows no bounds or limitations. These Naval Guns symbolize not only technological advancements but also represent human resilience and determination in times of war. They stand as silent sentinels guarding nations' shores while shaping historical narratives forevermore.