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HMS Splendid
HMS Splendid

HMS Splendid

— Dec 1999 1 Season 3 Episodes
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Documentary

Overview

David Suchet narrates the BBC series featuring the Royal Navy's Hunter-Killer submarine, the HMC Splendid, on a top secret three-month mission. After travelling from its Farlane base to San Diego, the sub is charged with testing the first Tomahawk cruise missile, and the crew is followed every step of the way. Also included is a feature on the sub's new Lieutenant Commander as he undergoes the 'Perisher' selection course.

English
E1

Part 1

An Introduction to the the crew of HMS Splendid.

Dec 5, 1999
E2

Part 2

Splendid navigates the Panama Canal to San diego where the submarine is charged with the vital task of firing the Royal Navy’s first ever Tomahawk Cruise Missile.

Dec 12, 1999
E3

Part 3

HMS Splendid’s new Lieutenant Commander goes through ‘Perisher’ – the selection course for the submarine service. The boat participates in simulated combat exercises with submarines, warships and helicopters in the North Sea.

Dec 19, 1999

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