The Korean War began on 25 June 1950. Communist North Korean troops invaded South Korea and rapidly advanced southwards. The UN was quick to respond, encouraging its members to support South Korea. Many countries sent troops.
HMS Belfast played an active role in the Korean War from 1950-1952 working with other Allied forces to support the retreating American and South Korean troops.
The Royal Marine Band from HMS Belfast entertains troops ashore in Korea, September 1952.
In this photograph HMS Belfast approaches HMS Ocean prior to the transfer of Rear Admiral Scott-Moncrieff, Flag Officer, Second in Command, Far East Station from his flagship HMS Belfast to HMS Ocean to observe air operations against targets in NW Korea.
This photograph shows the transfer of South Korean Marines from HMS Belfast to a landing craft for the occupation of Sin Do, September 1951.
A South Korean naval craft coming alongside HMS Belfast during blockade patrols off Inchon.
Open daily 10am - 6pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
Admission is free
Open daily 10am - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
Admission is free
Open daily
Summer 10am - 6pm
Last admission 5pm
Winter 10am - 4pm
Last admission 3pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
Open daily 9.30am - 6pm
Last admission 5pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
Open daily 10am - 6pm
Last admission 5pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
Open daily:
1 March to 31 October 10am – 6pm
Last admission 5pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
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HMS Belfast
The Queen's Walk
London
SE1 2JH
020 7940 6300
