On this day in history - 24 May 1941 - HMS Hood was struck by the German battleship Bismarck during the Battle of the Denmark Strait. HMS Hood, or the 'Mighty Hood' as she was popularly known in the Royal Navy, was the largest warship in the world on commissioning in 1920, and was a symbol of imperial strength throughout the inter-war years. Her sinking is one of the most famous naval engagements in history, against the German battleship Bismarck. Less than 10 minutes into battle HMS Hood was st