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Naval Engineering - What happens when a shell hits a battleship?

Today we take a look at the basics of what happens when a shell hits battleship armour, and some real-life examples, illustrating additional effects beyond what you might otherwise imagine.

I toured the USS Massachusetts, the 680-foot battleship that fired the last shot of World War II. Take a look inside.

The USS Massachusetts, known for its pivotal role in World War II, is now a museum and war memorial in Massachusetts.
The National Interest

Iowa-Class: Navy Battleships That Could Have Fired Nuclear Artillery ‘Shells’

Summary and Key Points: During the Korean War, the U.S. Navy outfitted Iowa-class battleships with nuclear capabilities through Operation Katie, enabling them to fire Mark 23 “Katie” nuclear shells.
The National Interest

U.S. Navy Iowa-Class Battleships Could Have Fired Nuclear Bomb Shells

Key Points from this Article: By the end of World War II, advancements in military technology rendered traditional battleship guns less decisive. In response, the U.S. Navy explored arming its ...