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Aircraft Carrier histories. Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Theseus of the Colossus Class. Aircraft carrier website dedicated to the history of HMS Theseus, from her launch to participation in major events also notice board for families of ex-crew of HMS Theseus.

HMS Theseus, October 1948.

A large image size 10" x 7" approx, is available.  Reproduced from the original negative / photo under license from MPL, the copyright holder.  A signed numbered certificate is supplied. Price £25.   Order photograph here   Order Code  XMP818

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HMS Theseus, September 1956.

A large image size 10" x 7" approx, is available.  Reproduced from the original negative / photo under license from MPL, the copyright holder.  A signed numbered certificate is supplied. Price £25.   Order photograph here   Order Code  XMP819

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Photo courtesy of Bill Grice

HMS Theseus, October 1948.

A large image size 10" x 7" approx, is available.  Reproduced from the original negative / photo under license from MPL, the copyright holder.  A signed numbered certificate is supplied. Price £25.   Order photograph here   Order Code  XMP817

Original republished © MPL Photograph (Postcard Size).  Price £5 Click here to order.  Order Code  MP817

ORIGINAL POSTCARD FOR SALE.  DONATED TOWARDS THE UPKEEP OF THIS SITE.

HMS Theseus

Original Wright & Logan Postcard.  Price £10.  Click here to order.   Order Code  PHA031

HMS Theseus, Royal Naval aircraft carrier. Laid down 6th January 1943, launched 6th July 1944 and completed 9th February 1946. The following photographs were taken on board HMS Theseus between 1946/47 unfortunately a Midshipman was killed in the fire in one of the photographs. The pilot who crashed onto the funnel miraculously escaped although seriously hurt. We would like to thank Alan Gordon for the for supplying these 8 dramatic photographs. shown below

HMS Theseus. 812 Squadron, 14th carrier Group, 1947. (photo supplied by Bill Grice)

A photograph of Bill Grice a member of HMS Thesesus ships company. (photo supplied by Bill Grice Air Mechanic (Engines) 812 Sqd. 14th C.A.G 1947)

(© Alan Gordon)

(© Alan Gordon)

Fixed Bayonets.     (© Alan Gordon)

Flight Deck Party  (© Alan Gordon)

(© Alan Gordon)

(© Alan Gordon)

These photographs were taken by Duncan Emsley from the deck of his brother's yacht "Cypka" in July 1955.  Thanks to his son David Emsley for sending these in.

Sent in by David Emsley.

Sent in by David Emsley.

Sent in by David Emsley.

Sent in by David Emsley.

(© Alan Gordon)

(© Alan Gordon)

HMS Theseus.

Original Gale & Polden Ltd Postcard.  Price £8.  Click here to order.    Order Code PHA065

 

Our message board system has now been upgraded to a discussion forum at worldnavalships.com.  Any messages on this page are now archive messages kept here to service those who left the messages originally.   Click Here to go to the new Forum

Naval Historians, Crew & Family Noticeboard

MESSAGES

ROBERT PARK..  Robert Park was my father, he served in HMS Theseus and I am trying to find anyone who knew him.  Contact Here 

RONALD "PEDDLAR" PALMER - My grandfather who is now 95 served on the Theseus in Korea back in 1949-1952.  He was Commission Writer before becoming a Lieutenant.  If anyone recognises the name, I'm sure it would delight him!  email phil@rosebarn.co.uk 

GEORGE WATT..  My father served on the Theseus during 1945. Hi name is George Watt (now deceased), and I would like very much to hear from anyone who has any information about him, or who may have known him. Contact colinwatt@btinternet.com

BILL GRICE.   I served in HMS Theseus 14th Carrier Air Group, 812 Squadron in 1947 touring the Far East, Australia and New Zealand. I am trying to find any old shipmates of 812 and 804 squadrons who are still on the perch! I've found 10 to date but would be delighted to hear from more. I am also looking for any old photographs. Contact Bill at wgrice@blueyonder.co.uk 

DOUGLAS WILLIAM LEESON:  My father served on HMS Theseus as a CPO during WW2. Now deceased 2 years ago, I would be interested in talking to anyone who knew. I only knew knew my dad from the years 5 to 9 , I immigrated to Australia after my parents split up. I finally made contact with my dad five years ago alas to late. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who new him. Contact Paul Leeson at Bircham@bigpond.com 

ALAN GORDON.  I would be pleased to hear from any of the men in the photos of the flight deck party or any other members of the Stoker Flight Deck. Contact Alan Gordon at alan.gordon1@ntlworld.com 

 

HMS Theseus by Ivan Berryman.

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HMS Theseus by Ivan Berryman.

Two Fairey Firefly fighter-bombers of 810 Sqn, Fleet Air Arm, overfly the carrier HMS Theseus during the Korean War.

Signed limited edition of 1150 prints. Image size 12 inches x 7 inches (31cm x 18cm). Price £26.00


Limited edition of 50 artist proofs. Image size 12 inches x 7 inches (31cm x 18cm). Price £43.00

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