The Great Ships

Season 1

A documentary series on various types of Warships and Merchant vessels. From Galleons to cruise ships and everything in between.

15 Episodes

  • The PT Boats
    E1
    The PT Boats
  • The Dreadnoughts
    E2
    The Dreadnoughts
  • The Galleons
    E3
    The Galleons
  • The Aircraft Carriers
    E4
    The Aircraft CarriersDiscover the history and evolution of aircraft carriers, from their invention in World War I to today's modern 'super carriers'.
  • The Clippers
    E5
    The Clippers
  • The Ships of the Line
    E6
    The Ships of the Line
  • The Tugboats
    E7
    The Tugboats
  • The Whalers
    E8
    The Whalers
  • The Windjammers
    E9
    The Windjammers
  • The Gunboats of Vietnam
    E10
    The Gunboats of Vietnam
  • The Viking Ships
    E11
    The Viking Ships
  • The Cruisers
    E12
    The CruisersBuilt for speed, strength and the ability to scout far and wide, cruisers have played a key role in the world's navies for the past 200 years. From early missions as raiders savaging enemy merchant ships to sailing in support of the battle fleet, cruisers have shown an amazing versatility and longevity exceeding that of almost any other type of warship. BROADSIDE charts the history and development of this exciting line of fighting ships, from 18th-century frigates to today's cruisers with their deadly guided missile systems. Included is rare footage of WWI cruisers in action, as well as a dramatic account of the German cruiser Graf Spee and the epic battle of Savo Island.
  • The Submarines
    E13
    The Submarines
  • The Coast Guard Ships
    E14
    The Coast Guard ShipsThis program describes the evolution of United States Coast Guard water craft against the backdrops of the Coast Guard's history, changing missions, environments and technological advancements.
  • Old Ironsides Returns to the Sea
    E15
    Old Ironsides Returns to the Sea
  • Monte Markhamnarrator

 

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