Spain Canarias Heavy Cruiser

Canarias was a Spanish heavy cruiser derived from British cruiser-design influence and completed during the political upheaval surrounding the Spanish Civil War. It served on the Nationalist side and became one of Spain’s most important modern warships. Its large guns, high freeboard, and distinctive evolving superstructure gave it a recognizable appearance. The ship’s long later career extended into the Cold War, connecting an interwar design with decades of subsequent Spanish naval service. The cruiser’s origins lay in prewar Spanish naval construction influenced by British practice. Its service encompassed the Spanish Civil War and continued well into the postwar period. This longevity connected an interwar heavy-gun ship with a naval world increasingly dominated by missiles, aircraft, and modern anti-submarine warfare.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, Global War 1946, Global War 1985, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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