Combat Ships (2017)

Episode Overview

Over the centuries, warships have been crafted for speed and lethality, blending innovative design, formidable firepower, and human bravery to achieve battlefield fame. However, some ships, plagued by poor design or sheer misfortune, became notorious symbols of failure. This includes a 16th-century Swedish warship that sank during its first voyage and the Royal Navy's HMS Hood—a World War I cruiser so inadequately armored that it was quickly overwhelmed by Germany's famed Bismarck. This narrative highlights some of the most poignant disasters in naval history.