Great British Ships
Overview
Rob Bell explores iconic British ships in their current state, delving into the history behind their construction. He uncovers a murder mystery aboard the Cutty Sark, investigates the reasons behind the sinking of the Mary Rose, and highlights HMS Belfast's crucial role during D-Day. Through tales of legendary figures like Nelson on HMS Victory and Sir Francis Drake on the Golden Hind, Bell illustrates how audacity, innovation, and brilliance contributed to Britain’s emergence as a formidable maritime power. Each episode is a journey through naval history that showcases both triumph and tragedy on the high seas.
Episodes
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HMS Victory: Nelson's Great Warship
Before earning its historical significance at Trafalgar, HMS Victory had already been in service for 40 years. Rob uncovers the remarkable engineering...
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The Mary Rose: Secrets From the Deep
Nearly five centuries ago, Henry VIII's magnificent warship sank into the depths.
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3
HMS Belfast: WW2's Great Survivor
Rob Bell explores the intriguing past of HMS Belfast, the cruiser that was instrumental in several of World War II's most intense battles, with its co...
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4
Secrets of SS Great Britain
In the concluding segment of his documentary series, Rob Bell delves into the remarkable tale of the SS Great Britain, once hailed as the longest pass...
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Cutty Sark: 150 Years of War & Speed
Rob Bell takes a journey aboard the remarkable tea clipper Cutty Sark, a vessel that weathered the storms of inebriated captains and violent crews, in...
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Golden Hinde: Drake's Royal Voyager
Rob Bell delves into the remarkable tale of the Golden Hinde, the renowned ship of Sir Francis Drake, an Elizabethan mariner, privateer, and explorer....
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The Endeavour
Engineer Rob Bell is back, delving into the stories of British ships that made a significant impact on the world. He kicks off with the fascinating jo...
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The Queen Mary: Britain's First Super Liner
Rob Bell delves into the fascinating history of the SS Queen Mary, uncovering how this massive ocean liner not only became the largest of its time but...
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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctic Adventure: The Discovery
Rob Bell steps aboard the RRS Discovery, the pioneering ship that ushered in the era of polar exploration. Traveling to Dundee, the heart of Victorian...
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The Mayflower
In 1620, the Mayflower carried the first English Puritans from Plymouth to the New World. The Pilgrims and the ship's crew faced daunting challenges t...
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Titanic
Rob Bell uncovers the hidden truths behind the ill-fated Titanic, whose inaugural journey turned into the most infamous maritime catastrophe ever. At ...
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HMS Ark Royal
Rob Bell narrates the gripping tale of a World War II aircraft carrier that relentlessly pursued some of the most notorious warships of Nazi Germany.
