HMS Hercules of 1868 vintage in Portsmouth Harbour about 1902. Picture: Robert James postcard collection. I think it’s a pity we do not have enough ships named after Roman and Greek mythical heroes.

But what about HMS Hercules? The name gives strength to any ship don’t you think? News you can trust since 1877. Sign In. Subscribe. New booklet on Havant's old mills '“Â Nostalgia.