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HMS Duke of York firing a broadside; Second World War
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HMS Duke of York firing a broadside; Second World War
Photograph showing the Royal Navy battleship HMS Duke of York firing her 14-inch guns, whilst heavy seas break over her bows, sometime during the Second World War. The Duke of York was a 35, 000 ton battleship built by John Browns yard at Clydebank in 1941
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1941 1944 Battle Ship Bows Break Broadside Clydebank Firing Guns Heavy Inch Seas Whilst Yard
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This evocative photograph captures the majestic HMS Duke of York, a 35,000-ton battleship of the Royal Navy, unleashing a devastating broadside during the tumultuous waters of the Second World War. Built at John Brown's yard in Clydebank, Scotland, in 1941, the Duke of York was a formidable addition to the Allied fleet, weighing in at an impressive 35,000 tons and armed with a battery of fourteen 14-inch guns. Amidst the chaos of war, the Duke of York stands resolute, her 14-inch guns roaring to life as they pierce the heavy seas that relentlessly crash against her bows. The white-capped waves, a testament to the ferocity of the battle raging around her, only add to the intensity of the scene. The determination etched on the faces of the sailors manning the guns is a stark reminder of the immense courage and sacrifice displayed by the men and women of the Royal Navy during this pivotal moment in world history. The year was 1944, and the Duke of York, along with her sister ships, played a crucial role in the Allied campaign against the Axis powers. This photograph, a poignant snapshot of a bygone era, serves as a powerful reminder of the bravery and resilience of those who fought to protect our world from the scourge of war. With her powerful broadside, the Duke of York epitomizes the indomitable spirit of the Royal Navy during the Second World War, a time when the world was forever changed. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for any history buff or military enthusiast, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the annals of naval warfare.
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