The Drydock - Episode 085
00:00:39 - Unbuilt IJN cruisers?
00:04:43 - During the rapid advancement of naval design and technology from 1850 to 1950 were there any naval technology/design ideas that never rose to the prominence that you think could have been very successful with the proper research and development?
00:13:59 - Were there any WW2 submarines whose hulls were proof against the lighter aircraft gun calibers, or was any armed aircraft an existential threat to a sub caught on the surface?
00:16:38 - 1940 USN War Plans?
00:21:47 - Gearing swarm?
00:25:39 - Between adding length and throwing in more engine, which was the preferable thing to go for when trying to get ships to go faster?
00:32:05 - Various Australian Naval Questions
00:43:03 - Heavy Cruiser vs Dreadnought?
00:52:59 - Torpedo Point Defence
00:53:32 - Ships Watches
00:53:56 - Insane British Admirals, Warship Nicknames, Fearsome Reputations
01:01:58 - Channel Admin (America Trip)
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