UNDER THE SEA IN SHIPS

The transcript discusses the history and fate of the West German submarine High, which was originally a U-boat sunk at the end of World War II and later recommissioned in 1957. It highlights the lack of safety features in the High compared to the Royal Navy's latest reliable and large submarine. The transcript then shifts to the launch of Britain's first Polaris submarine, Resolution, at Vickers Yard, emphasizing its size and strategic importance as a nuclear deterrent. The Polaris submarine's ability to cruise indefinitely underwater and its role in national security are also discussed.

What was the fate of the West German submarine High after World War II?

• It was used for commercial purposes.

• It was converted into a museum.

• It was sunk and later salvaged.

• It remained operational without any incidents.

What was a significant safety feature that the West German submarine High lacked?

• Missile launch capabilities

• Advanced sonar systems

• Watertight bulkheads

• Nuclear propulsion

Who launched the Royal Navy's latest submarine at Vickers Yard?

• The Duke of Edinburgh

• The Queen Mother

• The Prime Minister

• The Queen

What is the primary role of Britain's first Polaris submarine?

• To provide a nuclear deterrent

• To explore deep-sea environments

• To transport goods

• To conduct scientific research

How does the nuclear-powered submarine Resolution maintain its long underwater cruises?

• By refueling frequently

• By using a small amount of nuclear fuel

• By using solar energy

• By relying on wind power