The Great Ships (1996)
A series from the History Channel that explores the great ships in history.
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.
The Great Ships: Season 1 - 15 Episode s
1x1 - The PT Boats
September 26, 1996
1x2 - The Dreadnoughts
October 3, 1996
1x3 - The Galleons
October 10, 1996
1x4 - The Aircraft Carriers
October 17, 1996
Discover the history and evolution of aircraft carriers, from their invention in World War I to today's modern 'super carriers'.
1x5 - The Clippers
October 24, 1996
1x6 - The Ships of the Line
November 7, 1996
1x7 - The Tugboats
November 14, 1996
1x8 - The Whalers
November 21, 1996
1x9 - The Windjammers
December 5, 1996
1x10 - The Gunboats of Vietnam
December 12, 1996
1x11 - The Viking Ships
December 19, 1996
1x12 - The Cruisers
January 9, 1997
1x13 - The Submarines
January 16, 1997
1x14 - The Coast Guard Ships
January 23, 1997
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.
1x15 - Old Ironsides Returns to the Sea
January 30, 1997