The first GB2HA H.M.S. Hood Special Event station was held in 1995 and has proven to be a popular annual event, boasting participation from many licensed amateur radio operators from around the world. They generally call-in to discuss their memories of the Mighty Hood.
We didn't receive any information on the 2004 event. We do know that the previous year (2003) went quite well: It was one of the busiest years yet, with over 200 contacts from around the world (though contacts were heaviest throughout Europe).
The next GB2HA Special Event Station for the H.M.S. Hood Association will be from 04-12 November 2006, on frequencies 40, 20, and 2 mtrs from 1000 to 2600 GMT daily. The 2006 event will be dedicated to the late Gladys Clark, wife of Association Treasurer Ken "Nobby" Clark, and a wonderful lady whom we all miss greatly.
If you wish to learn more about GB2HA, please feel free to contact Malcolm directly.
You can reach him via e-mail at malcolm.butler@virgin.net, or by post to his address:
Malcolm Butler G0LMD
44, East Stratton
Nr Winchester
Hampshire
SO21 3DU
England