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Combat Ships

Combat Ships

2017Returning Series4 Seasons34 Episodes6.5TMDB
Smithsonian Channel

The very first submarine, which legend claims lurked beneath New York Harbor during the American Revolutionary War. The small ships that rescued thousands from Dunkirk. The destroyer that forced the easing of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Over the centuries, conflicts have prompted advances to ship designs, making vessels stronger, faster, smarter, and capable of changing the course of wars. Join us as we examine the world's greatest Combat Ships, and reveal how they shaped world history and inspired men and women to acts of incredible courage.

Season 1 · Episode 3

The Vessels That Saved D-Day

Aug 31, 2017·45m

In 1944, the fate of Europe depended on an Allied plan to land over 150,000 troops in just 24 hours on the beaches of Normandy. They would arrive on a remarkable armada of vessels, some experimental, some simply dangerous. Join us as we examine the D-Day invasion from the sea, tracing the critical naval operation that transported the troops to shore. We explore the technology behind the diverse and ingenious ships that bravely crossed the English Channel and present firsthand accounts from those who were part of the historic invasion.

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When did Combat Ships Season 1 Episode 3 air?

Combat Ships Season 1 Episode 3 aired on August 31, 2017.

How long is Combat Ships Season 1 Episode 3?

This episode runs for approximately 45 minutes.

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