The Audacious class were the last "classic" central battery ironclads before the era of turret ships, tailored for colonial stations and tropical waters. naval-encyclopedia.com/indus… photo by @ericknavas #royalnavy #ironclad #hmsaudacious #hmsinvincible #victorianera #steamwarship

Step back in time to September 17, 1982: The mighty HMS Invincible, the Royal Navy’s light aircraft carrier and flagship of the British task force, glides triumphantly into Portsmouth Harbor after securing victory in the Falklands War. This iconic loop captures the electric atmosphere, flanked by a vibrant flotilla of small boats buzzing with excitement, fire tugs unleashing dramatic arches of water in salute, and massive crowds packing the shores, waving flags and cheering wildly for the returning heroes. On her deck, sleek Sea Harrier jets, the “Black Death” to Argentine pilots, and Sea King helicopters from 820 Naval Air Squadron stand in proud formation, a testament to the aerial prowess that dominated the skies and turned the tide of the conflict. Among the crew was none other than Prince Andrew, then a young helicopter pilot who braved Exocet missile threats, flying decoy missions to protect the fleet and earning respect as a true war hero. He later reflected on returning as “a changed man,” forever marked by the experience. But here’s a twist of wartime intrigue: Argentine propaganda repeatedly claimed to have sunk Invincible, not once, but three times! Yet here she sails, unscathed and victorious, debunking the myths and embodying British resilience. This homecoming wasn’t just a naval event; it was a national catharsis, reuniting families and reigniting pride after a grueling 74-day war fought 8,000 miles away. What a powerful reminder of courage under fire! Have you got Falklands stories? Share below. #FalklandsWar #RoyalNavy #HMSInvincible #MilitaryHistory #PrinceAndrew

Great view of HMS Invincible R05 launching its Sea Harriers, wish she had been saved as a museum. #hmsinvincible #royalnavy #boneyardsafari #aviationsafari

【巡洋戦艦たち】これまでの作品の中で描いた巡洋戦艦たち。順に「#インヴィンシブル」「#シャルンホルスト」「#フッド」「#リナウン」。 巡洋戦艦は重厚感と伸びやかさを兼ね備えた、私の大好きな艦種です。 今後、月刊『#丸』で宮永忠将氏が連載中の「#ドイツ艦艇物語」へ提供する挿絵で、更に作品が増えていくと思います。現在、ドイツ巡洋戦艦「#フォン・デア・タン」が制作予定となっています。 【Battlecruisers】 Battlecruisers I've drawn in my previous works. In order: “#Invincible,” “#Scharnhorst,” “#Hood,” “#Renown.” Battlecruisers are my favorite ship class, combining a sense of solidity with an air of grace. I expect more works will be added going forward, as illustrations for the serialized “Tales of German Naval Vessels” by Tadamasa Miyanaga in the monthly magazine ‘#Maru’. Currently, the German battlecruiser “#Von der Tann” is scheduled for production. #鉛筆艦船画 #菅野泰紀 #巡洋戦艦 #巡洋戦艦インヴィンシブル #巡洋戦艦シャルンホルスト #巡洋戦艦フッド #巡洋戦艦リナウン #鉛筆画 #鉛筆艦船画 #菅野泰紀 #鉛筆で軍艦ばっかり描く者です #軍艦 #warship #warships #battecruiser #battlecruisers #pencildrawing #pencildrawings #pencilart #pencilarts #pencilartwork #pencilartworks #nauticalart #HMSInvincible #HMSHood #HMSRenown

The Invincible class were the world’s first battlecruisers. One of Fisher’s pet projects. But what about the nerdy details of the Invincible class and their career ? naval-encyclopedia.com/ww1/u… #ww1 #vonspee #hmsinvincible #hmsindomitable #hmsinflexible #battlecruiser #royalnavy

【制作中】月刊『丸』で連載中の宮永忠将氏の『ドイツ艦艇物語』に提供する #鉛筆画『巡洋戦艦 インヴィンシブル（仮）』がいよいよ仕上げの段階に到達しました。これから細部調整を行い、フィニッシュです。 結構、驚異的スピード（自分調べｗ）で制作が進みました。 The #pencildrawing “Battlecruiser Invincible (tentative title)” provided for Tadasuke Miyanaga's “German Warship Stories” series, which is currently serialized in the monthly magazine “Maru,” has finally reached the finishing stage. Now I will fine-tune the details of the pencil drawing, and it will be complete. The production progressed at an amazing speed (according to my own research). #菅野泰紀 #鉛筆艦船画 #鉛筆画 #ドイツ艦艇物語 #巡洋戦艦 #巡洋戦艦インヴィンシブル #インヴィンシブル #hmsinvincible

【制作中】月刊『丸』で連載中の宮永忠将氏の『ドイツ艦艇物語』に提供する #鉛筆画『巡洋戦艦 インヴィンシブル（仮）』の塗り込み作業をしてます。今回は同クラスの端正なプロフィールと砲塔配置を意識しつつ王道の構図にしました。質感は最終段階で更に高めます。これから背景を手掛けて参ります！ I am working on the hull of the #pencildrawing “Battlecruiser Invincible (tentative)” for Tadamasa Miyanaga's “The Story of German Warships” serialized in the monthly military magazine “Maru”. This time, I focused on the elegant profile of the Invincible-class battlecruiser and her distinctive turret configuration, while adopting a composition that could be described as the standard for ship illustrations. #菅野泰紀 #鉛筆艦船画 #鉛筆画 #ドイツ艦艇物語 #巡洋戦艦 #巡洋戦艦インヴィンシブル #インヴィンシブル #hmsinvincible

The Battle of Jutland: British Battlecruiser Action The Battle of Jutland, fought from May 31 to June 1, 1916, is notorious for its intense naval engagements and pivotal role in World War I. A significant aspect of this battle was the action involving British battlecruisers, which highlighted both their strengths and vulnerabilities. Under the command of Vice Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, the British Grand Fleet clashed with the German High Seas Fleet in the North Sea, aiming to assert naval dominance. British battlecruisers, characterized by their speed and firepower, initially gained an advantage. However, their lighter armor made them susceptible to enemy fire. The most notable incident was the destruction of the battlecruiser HMS Invincible, which was sunk by a German shell, resulting in heavy casualties. This tragic event underscored the risks associated with the battlecruiser strategy, raising questions about their effectiveness in direct engagements. Despite the initial setbacks, the British fleet managed to hold the line and prevent a German breakthrough. The battle ultimately ended inconclusively, but it revealed critical lessons about naval tactics and the importance of armor in ship design. The actions of British battlecruisers at Jutland significantly influenced naval strategies in subsequent conflicts. #BattleOfJutland #BritishBattlecruisers #NavalWarfare #WorldWarI #HMSInvincible #NavalTactics #AdmiralJellicoe #MilitaryHistory #GermanHighSeasFleet #NavalEngagement #NavyCommand #MaritimeConflict #WarHistory #FleetActions #LessonsInWarfare #NavalStrategies #BritainVsGermany #BattlefieldAnalysis #SeaPower #NavalLegend #pacificwarchannel #kingsandgenerals #echoesofwarpodcast

exciting auction items today! @ThomsonRoddick #Edinburgh #auction #Art #artist #painting #erlingenger #alphonsemucha #originalart #bronze #monkey #hearnoevilseenoevilspeaknoevil #POSTAINIERS #Pewter #decor #hmsinvincible #Falcon #birdlovers #LizGwyther #horses #equine #riding

We have lots of great items at #auction with @ThomsonRoddick #Edinburgh July 24th. #Auction #edinburghauction #Art #artist #style #home #honedecor #painting #erlingenger #kinlock #alphonsemucha #original #originalart #hmsinvincible #equine #horse #jokey facebook.com/share/p/17BcPKu…

Warships FFH #HMSAndromeda F57 (1968-1993) Type 12I Class DLG #HMSBristol D23 (1973-1991) Type 82 Class CVL #HMSInvincible R05 (1980-2005) Invincible Class 📷 April-June 1982 #FalklandsWar @I_W_M @RoyalNavy 🇬🇧

#Principito #HMSInvincible

El ataque a la Task Force del 30 de mayo de 1982 #OTD1982 #ArmadaArgentina #GuerraDeMalvinas #SuperEtendard #AM39Exocet #HMSInvincible #HistoriaNaval #HistoriaAeronaval podernavalargentino.blogspot…

#50YearsofphotographingHelicopters No 1 #Westland ( @lifeatleonardouk ) #Seaking #ASaC7 from #Bflight #849NASfrom @royalnavy @fleetairarm off #HMSInvincible 4th May 2003 @RNASCulderose @NavywingsUK @verticalmag @warshipsifr

The Invincible class was a class of light aircraft carrier operated by the Royal Navy, with three ordered and built, HMS Invincible, Illustrious and Ark Royal. naval-encyclopedia.com/cold-… #royalnavy #hmsinvincible #hmsillustrious #hmsarkroyal #falklandswar #aircraftcarrier

Aye Aye Captain - name the former Owl and team? #swfc #facup #hmsinvincible ⚽️🚢

El ataque a la Task Force del 30 de mayo de 1982 #OTD1982 #GuerraDeMalvinas #ArmadaArgentina #HMSInvincible #AviacionNaval podernavalargentino.blogspot…

#onthisday 5 April 1982 - The British government dispatched a naval task force to the Falkland Islands in response to the Argentine invasion of the Islands. #Royalnavy #Falklandswar #RAF #Britisharmy #Britisharmedforces #HMSInvincible #onthisdayinhistory

Today, Captain Tim Davey, presented SSgt Arnie Fern with his GSM Air Ops Iraq Medal. This medal recognises his service as an AB(Missileman) onboard #HMSInvincible 26 years ago having confirmed his eligibility and an administrative error when the medal was originally authorised.

Aircraft carrier CVL #HMSInvincible R05 (1980-2005) Invincible Class 📷 @I_W_M @RoyalNavy 🇬🇧