Great British Ships (2018)

Episode Overview

In the concluding segment of his documentary series, Rob Bell delves into the remarkable tale of the SS Great Britain, once hailed as the longest passenger ship in the world. Crafted by the brilliant Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this ship transformed shipbuilding practices, introducing groundbreaking features that influence modern vessels today. Rob discovers that the ship's inception stemmed from one of Brunel's spontaneous claims. Despite facing numerous challenges early on, the SS Great Britain ultimately thrived during the Australian gold rush, and now, a quarter of a million Australians can trace their lineage back to its travelers.