HMS King George V was a British battleship launched in 1939 and named after King George V of the United Kingdom. It was part of the King George V-class and served during World War II, playing a significant role in naval operations against the Axis powers. The ship was equipped with powerful armaments and advanced technology for its time. Throughout its service, HMS King George V participated in key battles, including the Battle of the Atlantic and the sinking of the German battleship Bismarck. After the war, the ship was decommissioned in 1949 and eventually scrapped in 1957.