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233 results found for '"Navy"' in Keywords.
Navy report on Hurricane David (1979)
- Genre
- Interview
Interview with a male Royal Navy chief, on the effects of Hurricane David in the Caribbean. He comments on messages from the crew of the British Navy frigate HMS Fife, which is anchored off the coast of the...
Navies and airforces of the world (1980)
- Genre
- Feature
Gwynne Dyer presents a feature on the airforces and navies of the world, and talks to Admiral Gene La Rocque, an ex-commander of the American fleet about the possiblility of a nuclear conflict, how it would...
Opening of Frankland Prison (1980)
- Genre
- News report; Interview
Report on the opening of Frankland Prison in County Durham, 18 months ahead of schedule. The site is being guarded by 450 military personnel instead of prison officers. There are currently just 17 inmates...
Terence Longdon on In Praise of Love (1980)
- Genre
- Interview
Actor, Terence Longdon on his new role in the play, In Praise of Love, by Terence Rattigan. Female interviewer not identified (poss. Carol Allen).
Magnus Magnusson on his book, The Vikings (1980)
- Genre
- Interview
Broadcaster and Mastermind host Magnus Magnusson on the book he has written about the Vikings. Male interviewer not identified.
Stephen Roskill on death of Karl Doenitz (1980)
- Genre
- Interview; Obituary; Tribute
Captain Stephen Roskill on the death of Grand Admiral Karl Doenitz, Commander of the German Navy during World War II. He says if Hitler had listened to Doenitz’s advice, the Nazis would have won the battle...
Afghanistan - The West’s dilemma (1980)
- Genre
- Documentary; Fiction; Interview; Parliamentary debate; Speech
John Greenwood presents this investigation into the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, background, implications and what actions the West should take including boycott of Moscow Olympic games. Speaking are: US...
John Nott on shipbuilding industry (1981)
- Genre
- Interview
Defence Secretary, John Nott at the launch of the new Ark Royal aircraft carrier. He discusses the long-term plans and future designs of the shipbuilding industry. Male interviewer not identified.
Queen Mother launches Ark Royal (1981)
- Genre
- Speech
Speech by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother at the launch of the new Royal Navy aircraft carrier, Ark Royal at the Swan Hunter shipyard on Tyneside.
Keith Speed on Navy cuts (1981)
- Genre
- Interview
Former Conservative Navy Minister, Keith Speed on government cuts in the Navy budget. He says he lost his job over the issue but hopes the cuts will not endanger national security. Male interviewer not...