The Great Ships — Season 1
A series from the History Channel that explores the great ships in history.
About this season
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.
Episodes (15)
1. The PT Boats
Aired 26 September 1996 • 45 min
2. The Dreadnoughts
Aired 3 October 1996 • 45 min
3. The Galleons
Aired 10 October 1996 • 45 min
4. The Aircraft Carriers
Aired 17 October 1996 • 45 min
Discover the history and evolution of aircraft carriers, from their invention in World War I to today's modern 'super carriers'.
5. The Clippers
Aired 24 October 1996 • 45 min
6. The Ships of the Line
Aired 7 November 1996 • 45 min
7. The Tugboats
Aired 14 November 1996 • 45 min
8. The Whalers
Aired 21 November 1996 • 45 min
9. The Windjammers
Aired 5 December 1996 • 45 min
10. The Gunboats of Vietnam
Aired 12 December 1996 • 45 min
11. The Viking Ships
Aired 19 December 1996 • 45 min
12. The Cruisers
Aired 9 January 1997 • 45 min
13. The Submarines
Aired 16 January 1997 • 45 min
14. The Coast Guard Ships
Aired 23 January 1997 • 45 min
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.
15. Old Ironsides Returns to the Sea
Aired 30 January 1997 • 45 min