HMS Bellona was the name ship of her sub-class of light cruisers for the Royal Navy. She was the first of the fourth group of Dido -class cruisers.

One of a class of five anti-aircraft cruisers ordered by the Royal Navy in 1937, Bellona was laid down by Fairfield Ship Building and Engineering, Glasgow, on 30 November, 1939 and …

Bellona (IPA: [bɛlˈloːna]) was an ancient Roman goddess of war. Her main attribute is the military helmet worn on her head; she often holds a sword, spear, or shield, and brandishes a torch or …

5 days ago · HMNZS Bellona as Guard Ship, 100th Anniversary Day regatta, Auckland Harbour – 28 Jan 1950. HMNZS Bellona as Guard Ship during Auckland’s Anniversary Day Regatta …

HMS Bellona was the name ship of her sub-class of light cruisers for the Royal Navy. She was a modified Dido -class design with only four turrets but improved anti-aircraft armament.

HMNZS Bellona was commissioned in Chatham, England, with the New Zealand crews of the cruisers Achilles and Gambia in October 1946. On her arrival in Auckland she became the …

Bellona was one of the most successful Royal Navy designs and became a prototype for its 74s. The French had developed the 74 in the 1730s as better armed and a better sailer than the …

Feb 28, 2004 · Bellona was a modified Dido class cruiser named after a Goddess of War. Her motto was 'Battle is our Business'. Her main armament was 5.25 guns in twin turrets. She was …

HMS Bellona (1909) was a Boadicea-class scout cruiser launched in 1909 and sold in 1921. HMS Bellona (63) was a modified Dido -class light cruiser launched in 1942, on loan to the Royal …

Apr 28, 2024 · HMS Bellona: Namesake: Bellona, Roman goddess of war: Builder: Fairfield Shipbuilding and Engineering Company Govan: Laid down: 30 November 1939: Launched: 29 …