HMS Belfast - Steel Fortress - Documentary The story of HMS Belfast is one of the most dramatic naval stories of World War Two. When commissioned in 1938, the cruiser HMS Belfast was the most modern warship in Britain's Royal Navy. With rapid-firing six-inch calibre guns and high speed capability, she was designed to patrol the seaways of Britain's vast empire, and playing a part in the sinking of the German warship Scharnhorst during the Battle of North Cape in the Second World War. HMS Belfast

Visit HMS Belfast on Saturday morning for the chance to meet veterans of this historic ship and hear their stories of life on board. https://www.iwm.org.uk/events/hmsbelfast80 #HMSBelfast80 | HMS Belfast

Steeped in history, HMS Belfast is the largest historical object in IWM's collection. A veteran of the vital Arctic Convoys, the D-Day landings and the Korean War, she witnessed some of the most significant moments of the 20th century. Plan your visit today to discover her remarkable history, and the stories of the men who served onboard. Advanced booking advised. | HMS Belfast