French Richelieu (Launched 1939) 36 Inches Battleship Model

Commissioned in 1940, the French Richelieu was the lead ship of her class and one of the most powerful battleships of the French Navy during World War II, known for her speed, heavy armament, and resilience in battle. Our 36-inch French Richelieu model is finely handcrafted from premium Canadian red cedar, Teak, and Mahogany,... using the plank-on-frame method. With a production time of 3 to 6 months, each model reflects careful attention to detail and superb craftsmanship. We bring your vision to life — and we don’t stop until you’re completely satisfied. Throughout the building process, we’ll send you detailed photo updates at every key milestone: - Hull construction - Deck detailing and structures - Final painting and finishing touches Once you approve the finished model, it will be carefully packed in a custom wooden crate with protective cushioning to ensure safe delivery anywhere in the world. Ready to set your dream ship in motion? Contact us today to begin your custom build or explore more at: Custom-made Projects French Richelieu was the lead ship of French’s Richelieu-class battleships, launched in 1939 as part of the French Navy’s effort to counter Italian naval power. She was one of the most powerful battleships built by French, armed with eight 380 mm (15-inch) guns in two forward turrets and featuring strong armor and high speed. At the outbreak of World War II, Richelieu was rushed into service and sent to Dakar in French West Africa to avoid capture by German. After briefly siding with the Vichy regime, she joined the Free French Naval Forces in 1943 and was refitted in the United States. She later served with the British Eastern Fleet, providing naval support in operations against Japanese. After the war, French Richelieu continued in service until 1968. Though she never engaged in a major battleship duel, her design and service symbolized French’s determination to maintain a powerful navy during a time of global conflict.