Full titles read: "AN APPROPRIATE SETTING - Third Cruiser Squadron hold Boxing Championship in the shadow of HMS Hoods great guns."
Group shot of naval officers smiling for the camera and holding various trophies and cups. L/S's of two men boxing in the ring on the deck of the HMS Hood. L/S of the ring from a different angle, as well as the Hood's large crew watching the action, two gigantic gun turrets are also visible in the background.
Nice L/S's of fight in progress looking from behind the gun turrets. L/S of crewmen saluting as they are presenting with trophies by a senior officials. Group shots of crew posing for the camera. More L/S's of boxing match in progress.
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