The Great Ships

7.0

1996•45m

From ancient ships to modern carriers, THE GREAT SHIPS lets you step on board to explore the design, construction, technology and armaments of history's great vessels of war and peace.

Seasons

15 Episodes • Premiered 1996

1. The PT Boats

2. The Dreadnoughts

3. The Galleons

4. The Aircraft Carriers

Discover the history and evolution of aircraft carriers, from their invention in World War I to today's modern 'super carriers'.

5. The Clippers

6. The Ships of the Line

7. The Tugboats

8. The Whalers

9. The Windjammers

10. The Gunboats of Vietnam

11. The Viking Ships

12. The Cruisers

13. The Submarines

14. The Coast Guard Ships

This program describes the evolution of United States Coast Guard water craft against the backdrops of the Coast Guard's history, changing missions, environments and technological advancements.