description HMS Glorious Overview
HMS Glorious was a Royal Navy warship built as a battlecruiser during the First World War and later converted into an aircraft carrier. On 8 June 1940, while returning from the Norwegian campaign, she was intercepted and sunk by the German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau. The destroyers HMS Acasta and HMS Ardent were also lost, and more than 1,500 people died across the three ships.
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HMS Glorious ranks #76 of 186 in the Shipwreck ranking, behind SS Arandora Star, ahead of TSS Morro Castle.
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How good is HMS Glorious?
HMS Glorious scores 8.12/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Shipwreck category. Large carrier loss and controversial command failures give strong naval interest, with moderate mainstream fame.
What are the best alternatives to HMS Glorious?
See our alternatives page for HMS Glorious for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: RMS Titanic, SS Lusitania, MV Wilhelm Gustloff.
How does HMS Glorious compare to RMS Titanic?
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Is HMS Glorious worth it in 2026?
With a score of 8.12/10, HMS Glorious is highly rated in Shipwreck. See all Shipwreck ranked.
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