Victory at Sea (1953): S01E11 – The Magnetic North

Introduction Twenty-six episode series about naval combat during World War Two. Famous for its music score, eloquent narration and combat footage. Outline This episode of Victory at Sea explores the battles between the Allies and Germans near the Arctic Circle, and the convoys battling past German-occupied Norway to Russia. Meanwhile, the Japanese invade Alaska unsuccessfully,…

Andrew Marshall

13/06/2022

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, Naval Warfare, War, Warship, World War Two

Introduction

Twenty-six episode series about naval combat during World War Two. Famous for its music score, eloquent narration and combat footage.

Outline

This episode of Victory at Sea explores the battles between the Allies and Germans near the Arctic Circle, and the convoys battling past German-occupied Norway to Russia. Meanwhile, the Japanese invade Alaska unsuccessfully, and the US Navy again is ordered to guard this vital area amidst the harsh climate and vast vistas.

Victory at Sea Series

You can find a full index and overview of Victory at Sea here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 18 January 1953.
Rating: Unknown.
Running Time: 30 minutes.
Country: US.
Language: English.