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HMS Ark Royal

Gerry Westenberg Video

Gerry Westenberg talks about one of his favourite ships - HMS Ark Royal

A black‑and‑white photograph showing a large aircraft carrier, HMS Ark Royal, positioned in calm harbour waters. The carrier dominates the frame, with a long, flat flight deck extending over the bow. The ship’s hull features rows of openings and structural details along the side. An island superstructure rises above the deck to the right, topped with radar equipment, masts, and signal flags. Several small boats sit in the foreground near the base of the carrier, emphasising its size.

The Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Ark Royal (91) photographed soon after completion, circa late 1938 or early 1939.
USN - Photograph 19-SB-2J-1 from the Collections of the U.S. National Archives from the U.S. Navy Naval History and Heritage Command (Public Domain)