New British Battleships: World War II (1942) | British Pathé

Two British Royal Navy battleships, the HMS Howe and HMS Anson, prepare for their first voyage during World War II. This feature from the Pathé Gazette shows everything from the loading of shells for their 14“/45 caliber guns to shipping out to sea. For Archive Licensing Enquiries Visit: Explore Our Online Channel For FULL Documentaries, Fascinating Interviews & Classic Movies: #BritishPathé #History #Navy #Battleships #HMS #WWII #WorldWarII #RoyalNavy Subscribe to the British Pathé YT Channel: (FILM ID:) Titles read: “PATHE GAZETTE TAKES PRIDE IN PRESENTING THE FIRST PICTURES OF - NEW BRITISH BATTLESHIPS“. Somewhere in Britain. Various shots of new battleships HMS Howe and HMS Anson, receiving a final ’touch-up’ of paint before being handed over to the navy. Dockyard workers leave the two ships. The navy crew board the ships, followed by supplies. Captain Woodhouse takes over HMS Howe after the signing by the shipbuilders.