Heroes and Weapons of WWII (2003): S01E17 – The Battleship

Introduction World War II war documentary hosted by Robert Powell, and published by BBC in 2003. Outline At the beginning of World War II, battleships were seen as the key weapon at sea, their huge firepower dominated the waves but over the next six years their vulnerability was exposed by the submarine and aircraft. This…

Andrew Marshall

27/05/2024

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, World War Two

Introduction

World War II war documentary hosted by Robert Powell, and published by BBC in 2003.

Outline

At the beginning of World War II, battleships were seen as the key weapon at sea, their huge firepower dominated the waves but over the next six years their vulnerability was exposed by the submarine and aircraft. This programme looks at the great clashes of the ships such as Bismarck and King George V and the way in which the battleships’ role changed to that of shore bombardment and escort work.

Heroes and Weapons of WWII Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 2003.
Running time: ?
Rating: 15.
Country: UK.
Language: English.