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HMS Splendid

HMS Splendid

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.

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StatusEnded
Original NameHMS Splendid
First Air DateDecember 5, 1999
Last Air DateDecember 19, 1999
Seasons1
Episodes3
Episode Runtime 0min
Language
Original LanguageEnglish
Production Countries
Production Companies
NetworksBBC One
S01E03

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.

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