He has sailed in minefields off war-torn Kuwait, witnessed embargo enforcement in the Adriatic and counter-terrorism sweeps in the Mediterranean. Having written about the global activities of the Royal Navy for more than 20 years, Iain Ballantyne has spent time in most types of warship, from nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers, to destroyers and frigates. Join us and discover some of warfare's murkiest secrets.
Armed with nuclear weapons, they have the ability to destroy millions of lives. Today, nuclear-powered submarines are among the most complex, costly ships in existence. He’ll take you on a clandestine journey through the centuries, focusing on colourful characters with deadly motives.īased on his book The Deadly Trade, Iain’s talk will also examine advances in technology, which helped to make the submarine one of the most feared arsenals in war. Join Iain as he considers the key episodes of submarine warfare and describes the stories of brave, and sometimes foolhardy, individuals who have risked their lives under the sea, often with fatal consequences. Find out how an initially ineffectual underwater boat - originally derided and loathed in equal measure - evolved into the most powerful and terrifying vessel ever invented, with enough destructive power to end all life on Earth. Naval writer Iain Ballantyne presents the dramatic and largely untold story of submarine warfare from its inception centuries ago through the world wars to today. Ron Cooke Hub, University of York ( map| getting to campus).Iain Ballantyne A British nuclear-powered attack submarine, pictured in the North Atlantic during 2017.
The Deadly Trade: The Complete History of Submarine Warfare
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