Main content

Deep-sea divers hunt for the wrecks of Hitler鈥檚 dreaded U-boat fleet off the north west coast of Ireland, while historians unravel the early stages of World War II鈥檚 longest campaign.

The longest campaign of World War II was fought in the Atlantic Ocean. Tens of thousands of lives were lost as Hitler鈥檚 U-boat fleet hunted in packs, chasing down the Allied convoys that brought vital supplies to Britain.

The port of Derry played a vital role as the United Kingdom鈥檚 most westerly base, and it was here that German U-boats were taken at the end of the war to officially surrender before being scuttled off Ireland鈥檚 north west coast.

A specialist team of deep-sea divers are now searching for these wrecks, while historians unravel the dramatic clashes and human cost of the opening stages of this epic battle at sea.

11 months left to watch

58 minutes

Last on

Mon 24 Mar 2025 23:05

Credits

Role Contributor
Director Des Henderson
Executive Producer Emma Parkins
Executive Producer Ed Stobart
Producer Denis Minihan

Broadcasts

  • Wed 19 Mar 2025 22:40
  • Mon 24 Mar 2025 23:05

Featured in...