HMS Belfast is a cruiser. She was launched in March 1938 and
served throughout the Second World War, playing a leading part in the
destruction of the German battle cruiser Scharnhorst at the Battle of North Cape
and in the Normandy Landings. After the war, she supported United Nations forces
in Korea and remained in service with the Royal Navy until 1965.
In 1971 she was saved for the nation as a unique and historic reminder of
Britain’s naval heritage in the first half of the 20th century.
A free guide leaflet is available to help you find your way around this
huge and complex war ship and your tour will take you from the ship’s
Quarterdeck up to the top of her Bridge and all the way down through seven decks
to her massive Boiler and Engine Rooms, well below the ship’s
waterline. HMS Belfast HMS Belfast was launched
in (46) 1938. The cruiser played a leading
part in (47) landing. By 1965 the cruiser had
been in service for (48) years. The tour will
begin from the ship’s (49) . There are
(50) decks in the ship.