2 boxed Die-cast model replicas battle war ships HMS Hood & Bismarck on plinths

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2 boxed Die-cast model replicas of world war II battle war ships HMS Hood & Bismarck on plinths Brand new only taken out of boxes to to photo'sReproduced in accurate 1:1250 scale Authentic, accurate die-cast replicas of two proud enemies With die-cast metal hulls and moulded plastic superstructures, these two models display an incredible level of detail . Both die-cast models come with sturdy and stylish plinths and name plaques Reproduced in accurate 1:1250 scale Models Dimensions: Hood Length: 215mm (8 1/2 in) Bismarck Length: 203mm (8 in) Recreated in perfect miniature, from gun turrets to lifeboats. This unique, authentic double memento of two proud foes . For over a century Britain ’s fleets ruled the seas. But one icy North Atlantic dawn in May 1941 near Iceland that supremacy ended when the mighty Hood , the fastest, longest warship ever built, had one fatal weakness: her armour. A shell from the Bismarck pierced it, exploding her ammunition. 1,415 heroes went to a silent, watery grave. Only three men survived . Churchill ordered: “The Bismarck must be sunk at all costs". Just three days later, relentlessly chased by ships and aircraft, she went down with her colours flying. 2,000 brave men were lost. This was one of the defining naval battles of WWII . The Hood was one of Britain ’s best-loved ships and her sinking read more