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HMS Courageous seen here leaving Devonport dockyard following her conversion
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HMS Courageous seen here leaving Devonport dockyard following her conversion
HMS Courageous seen here leaving Devonport dockyard following her conversion from battleship to aircraft carrier. 14th May 1928
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Daily Mirror
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Plymouth
England
Media ID 21883871
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1928 Devon Navy Royal Navy South West Twenties Aircraft Carriers River Tamar
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we witness the majestic HMS Courageous embarking on a new chapter in her storied history. The year is 1928, and the iconic battleship has just undergone an awe-inspiring transformation into an aircraft carrier at Devonport dockyard. As she gracefully sails away from her birthplace, one cannot help but be awestruck by the sheer magnitude of this engineering feat. This image encapsulates the essence of a pivotal era in world history - the 1920s - when nations were preparing for potential conflicts that would soon engulf the globe. With its powerful symbolism, it serves as a reminder of both war and conflict that defined much of the twentieth century. As part of Britain's Royal Navy fleet, HMS Courageous stands tall as a testament to military might and technological advancements. Her conversion signifies not only innovation but also adaptability in times of change. This photograph captures her proud departure along England's southwest coast, specifically Devon's River Tamar. While we are transported back to an era fraught with tension and uncertainty, let us remember that behind every vessel lies countless stories of bravery and sacrifice. The sight of this magnificent aircraft carrier leaving Devonport dockyard evokes admiration for those who served aboard her during World War II (though she was sunk by enemy torpedoes in September 1939). May their legacy endure through photographs like these – preserving our collective memory for generations to come.
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