War and Justice: The Case of Marine A (2022)

Introduction In Afghanistan, 2011, Royal Marine Alexander Blackman shot an unarmed Taliban insurgent in the chest. What’s the true story behind one of the most controversial events in the war on terror? Outline War and Justice: The Case of Marine A is a documentary special looking at Alexander Blackman, the first British soldier to be… Read More

Commando: Britain’s Ocean Warriors (2022): S01E04

Introduction What does it take to wear the green beret? Hair-raising moments in extreme locations test the marines to their limits – can they walk in the footsteps of their heroes? Outline Amongst the true elite of the modern commandos are the Mountain Leaders. Known simply as the Cadre, they are the reconnaissance force of… Read More

Commando: Britain’s Ocean Warriors Documentary Series Overview (2022)

Introduction What does it take to wear the green beret? Hair-raising moments in extreme locations test the marines to their limits – can they walk in the footsteps of their heroes? Outline This is the behind-the-scenes story of one of the most famous military units on earth. The Royal Marine Commandos are globally renowned and… Read More

Falklands War: The Forgotten Battle (2022)

Introduction Ben Fogle uncovers the untold story of a small garrison of Royal Marines and the battle they fought against near-impossible odds during the Falklands War. Throughout the programme, Ben hears from veterans of Naval Party 8901 who, with fewer than 70 lightly armed men, were left to face an Argentine invading force some ten… Read More

Royal Marines Commando School (2014): S01E08 – To Your Duties

Introduction Documentary series with unprecedented behind the scenes access to the The Royal Marines Training Programme. The toughest basic training of any Armed Forces, in the world! 32 weeks to turn raw recruits into the best soldiers in the world! And the first two weeks are among the toughest. YES CORPORAL! Outline Troop 169 face… Read More

Royal Marines Commando School (2014): S01E07 – The Commando Tests

Introduction Documentary series with unprecedented behind the scenes access to the The Royal Marines Training Programme. The toughest basic training of any Armed Forces, in the world! 32 weeks to turn raw recruits into the best soldiers in the world! And the first two weeks are among the toughest. YES CORPORAL! Outline It is week… Read More

Royal Marines Commando School (2014): S01E06 – Fight or Flight

Introduction Documentary series with unprecedented behind the scenes access to the The Royal Marines Training Programme. The toughest basic training of any Armed Forces, in the world! 32 weeks to turn raw recruits into the best soldiers in the world! And the first two weeks are among the toughest. YES CORPORAL! Outline As the training… Read More