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A look at how the role of battleships changed over the course of the First and Second World Wars.

A look at how the role of battleships changed over the course of the First and Second World Wars.

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S4, EP4 "Heroes of Guadalcanal"

A comprehensive look at the naval battle of Guadalcanal in November 1942 and the heroic efforts of U.S. sailors who held off powerful Imperial Navy.

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S2, EP8 "Amphibious Assaults"

The evolution of amphibious assault vehicles, including the restoration of Britain's last surviving LCT 7074 landing craft, designed to carry six Churchill tanks.

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S1, EP1 "World Wars"

A look at how the role of battleships changed over the course of the First and Second World Wars.

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S1, EP5 "Torpedo Boats"

From tests in the River Thames, to the German's deadly U-boat attacks in World War II, this episode explores the silent threat of submarines.

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S4, EP6 "Smugglers and Pirates"

A look at how maritime task forces and the Coast Guard are keeping commercial vessels and US shores safe from pirates and drug smugglers.

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S4, EP5 "Mutiny"

A look at how technological advances over the centuries have transformed maritime warfare.

Some of the greatest warships have gone on to shape the history of the world and have even pushed their crews into unbelievable and incredible acts of bravery. Take a look at the very first submarine which is rumored to have lurked beneath New York harbor during the Revolutionary War, the smaller ships that rescued thousands from Dunkirk, or the destroyer in the Cuban Missile Crisis. Over the years, conflicts and wars have prompted extreme advances to ship designs and now they are faster, stronger, and smarter than ever before.
Starring: Ben Major
Original Air Date: Jan 6, 2017
Genres: DocuseriesTV Series
Rating: TVPG
Playback: HD
3 seasons available on demand
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