Combat Ships

4 Seasons 2017 - Present TV-PG 7

A documentary series on combat ships through the ages, from the 16th century to the present day.

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.

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Episodes:

Episode 5 Torpedo Boats at War

5. Torpedo Boats at War

Aired: Jul 19, 2017

A look at the silent threat of submarines, from tests in the River Thames, to...

Episode 6 Cold War Warriors

6. Cold War Warriors

Aired: Apr 2, 2017

The role of ships during the Cold War, featuring a look at two submarines - f...

Episode 7 Rescue Ships

7. Rescue Ships

Aired: Mar 26, 2017

Stories of hospital ships and those who served on them, including the tragic ...

Episode 10 Secrets and Lies

10. Secrets and Lies

Aired: Apr 16, 2017

A look at the tactics employed to pass strategically important ships under th...

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Info about Combat Ships

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: Smithsonian Channel

Production Countries: United States, United Kingdom

Genres: War, Documentary

Combat Ships: Where to Watch Online?

Currently you are able to watch "Combat Ships" streaming on Paramount+. It is also possible to rent or buy on Amazon, AppleTV, VUDU, Google Play, YouTube online.