HMS Marlborough - Part of the Central engine room
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HMS Marlborough - Part of the Central engine room
HMS Marlborough - Part of the Central engine room. HMS Marlborough was an Iron Duke-class battleship of the British Royal Navy, named in honour of John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough. Built at Devonport Royal Dockyard between January 1912 and June 1914 and entered service just prior to First World War. Assigned to the Mediterranean Fleet after the war, Marlborough took part in the Allied intervention in the Russian Civil War (in the Black Sea 191920). She was also involved in the Greco-Turkish War. Date: 1923
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Battleship Boiler Duke Class Engines Gauges Iron Machinery Marlborough Mediterranean Section Spanner 1923
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HMS Marlborough: A Glimpse into the Central Engine Room of the Iron Duke-class Battleship, 1923 This evocative photograph offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the central engine room of HMS Marlborough, an Iron Duke-class battleship of the British Royal Navy. Named in honor of John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, this formidable vessel was constructed between January 1912 and June 1914 at Devonport Royal Dockyard and entered service just prior to the First World War. During the interwar period, HMS Marlborough was assigned to the Mediterranean Fleet. The ship took part in significant historical events, including the Allied intervention in the Russian Civil War in the Black Sea (1919-1920) and the Greco-Turkish War. In this image, we see a section of the machinery room, where the engines and boilers were meticulously maintained. The engineers worked diligently to keep the engines running smoothly, ensuring the battleship's readiness for action. The room is filled with the tools of their trade, including a spanner and various gauges, which were essential for the precise measurement and adjustment of engine components. The Iron Duke-class battleships, such as HMS Marlborough, were the backbone of the Royal Navy during the 1920s. Their powerful engines, armament, and size made them formidable warships that played a crucial role in maintaining Britain's global influence and protecting its interests during a period of geopolitical instability. This photograph, taken in 1923, offers a unique and intriguing look into the inner workings of a historic battleship, providing a glimpse into the daily life and work of the engineers and crew who kept these magnificent vessels in top condition.
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