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100 years ago, HMS Hood was anchored in our hood. The largest warship built at the time, it was part of a Royal Navy Squadron making a historic visit. Why were battle cruisers anchored off Topsail Beach? A retired lieutenant commander with the Royal Canadian Navy who's been researching the events of 100 years ago drops by the On The Go studio for a chat in advance of The Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club's special luncheon to mark the 100th anniversary. (Krissy Holmes with John Bell)
By CBC100 years ago, HMS Hood was anchored in our hood. The largest warship built at the time, it was part of a Royal Navy Squadron making a historic visit. Why were battle cruisers anchored off Topsail Beach? A retired lieutenant commander with the Royal Canadian Navy who's been researching the events of 100 years ago drops by the On The Go studio for a chat in advance of The Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club's special luncheon to mark the 100th anniversary. (Krissy Holmes with John Bell)

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