Battleship Bismarck
Complete operational history of the German battleship Bismarck, including the pursuit and sinking of the ship, technical data, wreck, drawings, warship models, naval books, etc.
Bismarck Technical Data
Technical data and specifications of the German battleship Bismarck. Home Intro Technical History Crew Models Gallery Kriegsmarine Archives More Forum UPDATES TECHNICAL DATA
Kriegsmarine Flags - kbismarck.com
Flags of the Kriegsmarine, the German Navy in World War II, the Imperial War Flag (Reichskriegsflagge), Jack Flag (Gösch), Admiral's Flag (Admiralsflagge).
Photos and Graphics of the Bismarck
PHOTOS & GRAPHICS. Photos. Paintings. Bismarck Paint Schemes. Bismarck drawing, 24 May 1941.
Battleship Bismarck Scale Models
Scale models of the battleship Bismarck and other warships, 1/100, 1/200, 1/350 miniature models, Bismarck scratch built and commercial models.
THE BATTLESHIP SCHARNHORST - kbismarck.com
The Sheffield is hit by splinters. At 1241, Scharnhorst turns away south and ceases fire. At 1617, the battleship Duke of York of Force II (Admiral Fraser) obtains radar contact with Scharnhorst from 42,500 meters (46,480 yards), and after closing the range to 10,900 meters (11,920 yards) opens fire at 1648.
Bismarck Propulsion Plant
The battleship Bismarck had a steam propulsion plant that amounted to only 9% of the ship's weight. Within the ship’s boilers, fuel oil was burned and feed water heated, thus producing steam. This steam reached very high pressure and was …
Bismarck Equipment - KBismarck.com
There were six minesweeping paravanes ready to use on the upper deck. Their intended use was to cut the anchor lines of mines which would then rise to the surface of the water and be redered harmless. However, it is hard to imagine using a ship the size of the Bismarck as a mine sweeper.
THE BATTLESHIP GNEISENAU - kbismarck.com
Feb 20, 2018 · 09 April 1940: Shortly after 0500 hours, some 50 miles off Narvik, Scharnhorst and Gneisenau under the command of Vizeadmiral Günther Lütjens, are engaged by the British battle cruiser Renown. In a brief exchange of fire, the Gneisenau is hit by one 15-inch and two 4.5-inch projectiles from the Renown.
Bismarck Armament
Eight 38 cm guns comprised Bismarck's main battery. The principal purpose of these guns was to destroy surface targets at sea, although they could also be used for shore bombardment and, exceptionally, against aircraft.