War At Sea Collection

"Home again"pictures of the Royal Many submarine HMS Unrivalled which
" Home again" pictures of the Royal Many submarine HMS Unrivalled which has just returned from a successful patrol in the Mediterranean Sea

HMS Wallace a Shakespeare Class Flotilla Leader escort seen here in 1942 shortly after Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh joined the ship as a sub lieutenant. Circa January 1942

Picture taken at a British base when the British Royal Navy submarine HMS Ultimatum returned after a year of successful patrolling in the Mediterranean Sea where she sank a total of 6

Dreadnought
July 1909: Battleship, HMS Dreadnought. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Talisman returns home to HMS Forth, Holy Loch in Scotland, after a period of very successful service in Mediterranean waters

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Utmost returns home to HMS Forth, Holy Loch in Britain after 12 months of service in Mediterranean waters

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Sceptre returns home to Holy Loch, Scotland after her latest exploits against a German convoy off the coast of Norway

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Statesman smashes a Japanese convoy in surface action in Far Eastern waters during the Second World War

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Ursula returns home to Britain after spending the last six days and nights sailing " blind" with her periscope smashed after being rammed by an enemy

HMS Truant has returned to Britain after an absence of 21 years in the Mediterranean, Indian Ocean and Java Seas. As she came alongside the depot ship

The Norwegian cargo ship Burgos seen here sinking after she struck a mine in the North Sea north of Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, United Kingdom. All 32 crew were rescued by HMS Pelican 28th March 1940

Smoke screen put up by US destroyers whilst circling HMS Enterprise. 27th June 1944

Smoke screen put up by US destroyers whilst circling the British cruiser Dido. 6th June 1944

On board British Royal Navy submarine HMS Templar with the Eastern Fleet during the Second World War. In the engine room, leading stoker Joe Henley of Cardiff makes adjustments to the engines at

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Stoic returns home to Portsmouth, England after duty in Far Eastern Waters during the Second World War

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Shakespeare, of the East Indies fleet, returned to harbour with a gaping hole in her sides having fought one of the most arduous battles of the submarine war

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Unbroken returns home to Portsmouth, England after 18 months duty in the Eastern waters. Picture shows

British Royal Navy submarine HMS Umbra returns home to Britain after more than 12 months in service in Mediterranean waters under the command of Lieutenant S.L.C

Flares light up Naples harbour. Friday 12th May 1944

HMS Orion flagship of Rear Admiral J M Mansfield seen here laying down a naval bombardment on enemy roads and positions at Garigliano in aid of the 5th Army 18th January 1944

The battle ensign of HMS Mauritius crowning the night scene as the cruisers six inch guns flash out in support of the Fifth Army and the Anzio beach head. Circa February 1944

A Royal Navy light cruiser seen here operating a observation balloon given the nickname " Cuthbert" Circa 1915 Evaluation Scan

A mine displayed on the deck of UC-5 a German Type UC I minelayer submarine of the German Imperial Navy. The submarine ran aground while on patrol on 27 April 1916

The final moments of an allied cargo ship after she had been torpedoed by a German U-Boat Circa 28th October 1917

May 31, 1916: The two shattered halves of HMS Invincible the flagship of the 3rd Battlecruiser Squadron temporarily standing on the seabed after a German shell detonated the midships magazines

Survivors from a torpedoed merchant ship who survived in the water for a day and a night about to be be picked up by a rescue ship. circ January 1918

German submarines of the High Sea Fleet seen here at Harwich shortly after they surrendered. 20th November 1918

Nelson is fatally wounded at the Battle of Trafalgar, October 21, 1805 during the Napoleonic Wars. Horatio Nelson, Lord Nelson, Viscount Nelson, 1758 - 1805. British naval commander

U-Boat At Sheerness
July 1916: Mines on the deck of the captured German submarine UC5, moored at Sheerness. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The Lusitania
circa 1914: The Cunard Liner The Lusitania. Torpedoed by a German submarine off the coast of Ireland The Lusitania sank with a large loss of life. Amongst the casualties were many American citizens

Torpedo Attack
A steamer comes under attack from a torpedo during the First World War. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

German U-Boats
Two German submarines, the U35 and U42, surface off the Mediterranean coast. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

U-Boats In Kiel
1917: U-Boats in Kiel Harbour during the First World War. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Boat Sinking
circa 1916: A British merchant vessel in the North Sea, sunk by a U-Boat which has surfaced. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Ship Explodes
circa 1916: A ship explodes in the middle of the sea during the First World War. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

British Submarines
July 1914: Royal Navy submarines, E4, E5 and E6, at Spithead in the Solent, for the Kings review of the Fleet. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

HMS Collingwood
April 1913: The battleship, HMS Collingwood, at sea. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

HMS Hannibal
July 1914: The battleship, the HMS Hannibal, ready for Fleet inspection by the King, flying the Union Jack. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

U-Boat In Britain
July 1916: The captured German submarine UC5 moored at Sheerness. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Mine Explosion
A mine exploding at sea during a German mine-laying operation. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Captured Subs
November 1918: Captured German submarines flying the white ensign, the flag of the Royal Navy. (Photo by J. J. Lambe/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

German Battleship
circa 1918: The KronPrinz Wilhelm, German battleship which was part of the surrendered German Navy. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

German Fleet
23rd June 1917: German torpedo craft and submarines with their supply ship. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

German Merchant Ship
April 1919: The German merchant ship Bremen which surrendered to the Allies. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

USS Arizona
January 1917: The Arizona is launched as America prepares to enter World War I. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

USS Alabama
March 1917: The USS Alabama, at sea as America prepares for War. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Friedrich Der Grosse
21st November 1918: The surrender of the German Fleet to Admiral Beatty at Scapa Flow in the Orkneys. The German ships were scuttled by their crews on 21st June 1919

Superdreadnought HMS Audacious sinks off the North Irish coast
27th October 1914: Superdreadnought HMS Audacious sinks off the North Irish coast after hitting mines. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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"War at Sea: A Glimpse into the Heroic Battles of HMS Wallace and HMS Unrivalled" In 1942, amidst the chaos of war, the mighty HMS Wallace, a Shakespeare Class Flotilla Leader escort, stood tall on the turbulent sea. This captivating image captures her strength shortly after engaging in fierce battles that tested both men and machines. As we delve deeper into this historical narrative, "Home again" brings us pictures of another valiant warrior - the Royal Navy submarine HMS Unrivalled. These snapshots were taken at a British base when she returned from treacherous missions beneath enemy waters. The bravery displayed by these submariners is truly awe-inspiring. The legendary Dreadnought makes an appearance in our tale as well. This iconic vessel symbolizes Britain's naval power and resilience during times of conflict. Witnessing her return to safety at HMS Forth fills our hearts with pride for the indomitable spirit of the Royal Navy. Amidst raging battles against Japanese forces, it was British Royal Navy submarine HMS Statesman that emerged victorious in surface action, smashing a Japanese convoy with unwavering determination. Their triumphs remind us of their crucial role in protecting our seas. HMS Ursula returns home to Britain after spending countless days submerged deep within enemy territory. The sight of this gallant submarine docking safely reminds us that victory often comes at great sacrifice. Tragedy strikes as we witness the Norwegian cargo ship Burgos sinking after striking a mine in treacherous North Sea waters. This haunting image serves as a stark reminder of how war can indiscriminately claim innocent lives and disrupt maritime trade routes. A momentary respite emerges amidst chaos as US destroyers create smoke screens while circling around HMS Enterprise and its British counterpart Dido. These brave actions showcase international camaraderie and solidarity against common adversaries.