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Hood survives if Bismarck suffers the magazine explosion

Hood remains afloat but battered; the extent of her damage and repair time remain unspecified.

Battle Of The Denmark Strait Counterfactual History German Battleship Bismarck HMS Hood Magazine Explosions

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Question

What happens if Bismarck suffers the fatal magazine explosion at Denmark Strait instead of Hood?

Short answer

Hood remains afloat but battered; the extent of her damage and repair time remain unspecified.

Notes

The counterfactual transfers the fatal magazine explosion from Hood to Bismarck. Hood remains afloat but battered. Her damage, speed, casualties, and repair time are not estimated. Survival is the only firm conclusion.