Served with Dave Woods and Jim Perks, been out of the service 11yrs now, do i miss it?, yes i do!!! All they say is true, friendships you will never get outside the Navy, you see and do things that 'normal' people will never do! A great career, the UK should be proud of there Submarine Service!!
A great production , really well edited. 4 charismatic submariners reflecting on their years of service on board submarines. An excellent choice of subject areas creates a great flow whilst evoking an obvious pride in those interviewed. Really enjoyable watch. Thank you for your service
I was at the Launching of Conqueror at Lairds in Birkenhead with my mum, I was only a nipper. My Uncle worked on her when she was being built and he got us family tickets to attend. I am nearly 66 now but I remember it like it was yesterday.
I have just found this and I am just in awe. To be away from home and under water for so long and the messages from home I was like wow as to have 40 words from home which has gone through 6-7 different people and to not get the bad news is a good thing of course but I can’t imagine the feeling of coming home after the operation is done and find things out and there is such courage in everyone and those who are at home . Thank you for making this , I had a vision of it being a much smaller sub marine ( I’d not seen any before and so this caught my eye as something good to watch ) and to see when it came up out of the water and how big it was and total respect especially to the chefs and kitchen staff to get all those meals done and then everything washed and put away amd I thought it would be like airline meals and they go with enough onboard for some reason and just heat things . I bit have more questions and so will have to look for more content, My great uncle and then 2 or 3 of their sons served in the army l I was litrle and they had left by then but I saw some photos and it takes a special kind of person serve for any of the army and navy . Thank you all for your service
Brilliant documentary, brought back many memories. I miss the people and the professionalism. I have not matched this in civvy street since leaving 12 years ago. We have an amazing history and amazing people keeping us safe today.
What an excellent documentary. Im glad I found it on my recommendations! I remember seeing Jim Perks as Teacher in a documentary years ago training aspiring COs
Currently serve on the vanguard class submarines.. 2 patrols both 5 months long, it’s not a bad life down there! Obviously miss a few things but if you’ve got a good crew you’ll have a good patrol
I served aboard an SSN, 1977-81. We have reunions every two years. The ship went out of service twenty years. It doesn’t matter if you didn’t know anyone who served in different years from yours. Because we all had the same experience.
Excellent documentary guys. Loved it and, I’ve learned a lot about being a Submariner. I Salute you all, from a former 22 year Special Forces guy. Thank you. 🇬🇧 And, God Bless you all.
Constant learning. Constant testing. Constant qualifying. Constant drilling. Constant vigilance. Proud to have served. Glad it's over. My Dolphins go with me when I meet Saint Peter.
I will be honest and say I wasn’t expecting much when I clicked on this video but that attitude soon changed when I seen Commodore Perks……….excellent video….. well put together and of course the narrative given by guys who have been there, done that even though they can’t tell you where they have been or what they have done 😂😂 This should be a recruitment video for the Submarine Service. 👍👍
Thank you for posting this! I never had the privilege of serving, but I am everything submarine. Many, many thanks to all that have served in all divisions of our military! Submariner's have got to be a special breed though. That is not a life that just anyone can live. I would say that you would have to be very mentally fit. I doubt there is a submarine documentary or movie I have not seen. Many more than once or twice. I really like the old black and white movies from WWII. But my favorite is the german movie Das Boot. I'm guessing that was probably as close to the way things really could have been as you can get. For pure entertainment purposes, Crimson Tide is my favorite. Again, my hat is off to all of you submariner's out there. That has got to be one hell of an experience! I like the "I can't tell you. If I would tell you, I would have to kill you" part of their stories. That says so much about what they did do on their deployments, and their strength of caracter to never reveal anything. Very commendable. ..They say it is the best food in the military. You all deserved it!
I've been waiting 25 years for someone to provide an easy answer for me , for when people ask me "what was it like on a submarine"....what a great film
Well done!! I did two full sea tours on two different classes of USN submarines. "Submarine Showers" were exactly that.....wet up, soap down head to toe - water turned off in between - then rinse off. On my first "spec-op", or Special Operation, NO ONE else, not even the Captain took a shower for over TWO weeks. We got "bird baths" as we called them. The ONLY people who showered were the cooks and the mess cooks, or "cranks" because of handling food. Tuat was the ONLY time being a crank was worth it.😅😂😂
I was army back in late 80's and was in Haslar recovering from bout of malaria, while revovering they took over to the sub escape training tower at gosport for a nose, at end of that day I knew I was better being a soldier than a submariner, like no way I had the X to be in subs - takes a certain kind of dude to do ok in subs
Im sorry but I know of women being subs, But those of the male servicemen,,, it's a hard gig for women to understand, Being subject to being crushed instantly if structure fails, Being a target 24/7 , every hour you are fragile, Those landside wouldn't have a scooby, I have not been a submariner ever, Portsmouth gave me a taster,, It's just unthinkable to ignore the 24/7- 365 crushy denty,, The women onboard are bigger men than I, Respect 💯
As usual interview the officers and warrant officer this is typical it’s never the lads as for family grams never had them on fleet boats or Trafalgar when I served in 76 to 90. Talk to the Jr and senior rates about want it was really like then you’ll get the true story events . Still enjoyed my time on boats seems to have changed some what
Would've loved to have interviewed submariners of all ranks, ages and genders etc to give the broadest perspective possible, however with the time, budget and resources at my disposal, these guys were those who were available and willing to talk. I am incredibly grateful for their input, as without them, there would be no film. Yes, it could've been more diverse, but these are the gents who stepped up when asked where others didn't. It's really not about ranks, but who was willing and able at the time of production.
@@tlk0216 On is short for onboard. It follows the same rule as other transport that carries multiples of passengers, on a bus, on a train, on a ship etc.
It is in fact a nuclear submarine. Not a newculear submarine Say new and clear newclear. I know it's not spelled that way but, it's not newculear Not rocket salad guys.
My last boat was the Swiftsure which I sadly left as a L/s (S)(SM) in 1990, and yes I really miss it !! Two minutes per man per day !! I have one of those bad ones to find my wife was seriously ill when I got back from patrol, which promted me to a compassionate discharge after joining in 1979. But even today my family and friends don't know what I did !
That life WAS exciting. Well put.....we just NEVER talked about what we did. Another reason we were called the "silent service". We kept what we did quiet. That, and the threat of life in federal prison ensured that!😅🤣😂🫠
Served with Dave Woods and Jim Perks, been out of the service 11yrs now, do i miss it?, yes i do!!! All they say is true, friendships you will never get outside the Navy, you see and do things that 'normal' people will never do! A great career, the UK should be proud of there Submarine Service!!
A great production , really well edited. 4 charismatic submariners reflecting on their years of service on board submarines. An excellent choice of subject areas creates a great flow whilst evoking an obvious pride in those interviewed.
Really enjoyable watch.
Thank you for your service
So proud of you guys who do this. Such great friendships and the humour is really great
Brilliant documentary, thanks to everyone taking part.
I've had the pleasure of meeting Jim Perks, and what a thoroughly lovely gentleman he is with an extraordinary story to tell!
Excellent. I served on Conqueror 1976-1983. Life was simpler, you knew what was expected and you did it.
Hi Frank, hope you’re well. Andy Anderson Sonar Bender.
I was at the Launching of Conqueror at Lairds in Birkenhead with my mum, I was only a nipper. My Uncle worked on her when she was being built and he got us family tickets to attend. I am nearly 66 now but I remember it like it was yesterday.
@frankdutton7068: Were you onboard the Conqueror when the Belgrano was sunk? If so, what was that day like, if you don't mind me asking?
I have just found this and I am just in awe. To be away from home and under water for so long and the messages from home I was like wow as to have 40 words from home which has gone through 6-7 different people and to not get the bad news is a good thing of course but I can’t imagine the feeling of coming home after the operation is done and find things out and there is such courage in everyone and those who are at home .
Thank you for making this , I had a vision of it being a much smaller sub marine ( I’d not seen any before and so this caught my eye as something good to watch ) and to see when it came up out of the water and how big it was and total respect especially to the chefs and kitchen staff to get all those meals done and then everything washed and put away amd I thought it would be like airline meals and they go with enough onboard for some reason and just heat things .
I bit have more questions and so will have to look for more content,
My great uncle and then 2 or 3 of their sons served in the army l I was litrle and they had left by then but I saw some photos and it takes a special kind of person serve for any of the army and navy . Thank you all for your service
Brilliant documentary, brought back many memories. I miss the people and the professionalism. I have not matched this in civvy street since leaving 12 years ago. We have an amazing history and amazing people keeping us safe today.
What an excellent documentary. Im glad I found it on my recommendations! I remember seeing Jim Perks as Teacher in a documentary years ago training aspiring COs
Currently serve on the vanguard class submarines.. 2 patrols both 5 months long, it’s not a bad life down there! Obviously miss a few things but if you’ve got a good crew you’ll have a good patrol
@@chaz1541 5 months! Wow, that's a long patrol. Thanks for your service.
Respect Chaz. I too served on V boats and the patrols seem to be getting longer. 4 months was my longest.
BZ Shippers.
Thank you for your service ! Take good care
Three months was my longest on Victorious. Respect to you and the Crew.
I served aboard an SSN, 1977-81. We have reunions every two years. The ship went out of service twenty years. It doesn’t matter if you didn’t know anyone who served in different years from yours. Because we all had the same experience.
Great docu 👍 Thank you very much for sharing.
Salute from the Netherlands 🇳🇱, TW.
I was a chef on Resolution, and can confirm the food we served was excellent.
Excellent documentary guys. Loved it and, I’ve learned a lot about being a Submariner. I Salute you all, from a former 22 year Special Forces guy. Thank you. 🇬🇧 And, God Bless you all.
Damn good stuff. Well done. what a professional 20 min insight. Chapeau
Having just watched the perisher documentary (how to command a nuclear submarine) on Amazon prime it's good to see Jim again
Constant learning. Constant testing. Constant qualifying. Constant drilling. Constant vigilance. Proud to have served. Glad it's over. My Dolphins go with me when I meet Saint Peter.
I will be honest and say I wasn’t expecting much when I clicked on this video but that attitude soon changed when I seen Commodore Perks……….excellent video….. well put together and of course the narrative given by guys who have been there, done that even though they can’t tell you where they have been or what they have done 😂😂 This should be a recruitment video for the Submarine Service. 👍👍
Jim was my skipper on Sceptre loved it and miss it even since being out since 2012. Love a visit to the bergh and a catch up.
This video needs to be taken down immediately.
And made 10 to 20 times longer.
Thank you so much! What a privilege.
I have a load of questions now , this is the first thing I’ve seen on this and was so into it
Thank you for posting this! I never had the privilege of serving, but I am everything submarine. Many, many thanks to all that have served in all divisions of our military! Submariner's have got to be a special breed though. That is not a life that just anyone can live. I would say that you would have to be very mentally fit. I doubt there is a submarine documentary or movie I have not seen. Many more than once or twice. I really like the old black and white movies from WWII. But my favorite is the german movie Das Boot. I'm guessing that was probably as close to the way things really could have been as you can get. For pure entertainment purposes, Crimson Tide is my favorite. Again, my hat is off to all of you submariner's out there. That has got to be one hell of an experience! I like the "I can't tell you. If I would tell you, I would have to kill you" part of their stories. That says so much about what they did do on their deployments, and their strength of caracter to never reveal anything. Very commendable. ..They say it is the best food in the military. You all deserved it!
That's just genius,, food,
Nelson is impressed,
God bless you all, for through your sacrifice, looking after us all.
I've been waiting 25 years for someone to provide an easy answer for me , for when people ask me "what was it like on a submarine"....what a great film
Well done
Well done!! I did two full sea tours on two different classes of USN submarines. "Submarine Showers" were exactly that.....wet up, soap down head to toe - water turned off in between - then rinse off. On my first "spec-op", or Special Operation, NO ONE else, not even the Captain took a shower for over TWO weeks. We got "bird baths" as we called them. The ONLY people who showered were the cooks and the mess cooks, or "cranks" because of handling food. Tuat was the ONLY time being a crank was worth it.😅😂😂
Salute.
A very good documentary. What is not mentioned is that not all submariners are volunteers. Very many like me were pressed men who hated the life!
Very simular to the US Submarine Force. BZ Brothers! US Navy Submariner 1987-93.
Bit of a shock seeing a picture of myself from nearly 20 years ago.
Epic.
Was in the Mob for 22 years
Victorious 97 to 99
Tireless 99 to 2008
Rest of time skimmer
Glad I did it but equally glad I'm out and self employed now
I did stints on Revenge and Vanguard 😊. Happy days.
How do you get rid of strong odor inside while submerged?
Dave Woods the best Scratcher’s Dickie I had the privilege to serve with.
Followed by “train smash” Sunday mornings…….next please !
I wanted to watch this but found the subtitles too distracting
I was army back in late 80's and was in Haslar recovering from bout of malaria, while revovering they took over to the sub escape training tower at gosport for a nose, at end of that day I knew I was better being a soldier than a submariner, like no way I had the X to be in subs - takes a certain kind of dude to do ok in subs
20:44 why is that image AI generated??
1987-1991 CVN-71 no contact other than a very rare snail mail connection. Today's connections are Luxury! See Monty-Python...
It takes a special person to serve on a submarine. I don't think I could do it.
Im sorry but I know of women being subs,
But those of the male servicemen,,, it's a hard gig for women to understand,
Being subject to being crushed instantly if structure fails,
Being a target 24/7 , every hour you are fragile,
Those landside wouldn't have a scooby,
I have not been a submariner ever,
Portsmouth gave me a taster,,
It's just unthinkable to ignore the 24/7- 365 crushy denty,,
The women onboard are bigger men than I,
Respect 💯
Curry night was always on a Wednesday on boats I was on. With Wham Bams for lunch.
can you have life "on " a sub or to be correct "in" it - a tad wet to be on it!
As usual interview the officers and warrant officer this is typical it’s never the lads as for family grams never had them on fleet boats or Trafalgar when I served in 76 to 90. Talk to the Jr and senior rates about want it was really like then you’ll get the true story events . Still enjoyed my time on boats seems to have changed some what
Would've loved to have interviewed submariners of all ranks, ages and genders etc to give the broadest perspective possible, however with the time, budget and resources at my disposal, these guys were those who were available and willing to talk. I am incredibly grateful for their input, as without them, there would be no film. Yes, it could've been more diverse, but these are the gents who stepped up when asked where others didn't. It's really not about ranks, but who was willing and able at the time of production.
Shouldn't it be life in a submarine
@@tlk0216 On is short for onboard. It follows the same rule as other transport that carries multiples of passengers, on a bus, on a train, on a ship etc.
Submarines are not undetectable, a tad dramatic narrator.
Nucular downvote
The word is pronounced nuclear not nucular
It is in fact a nuclear submarine. Not a newculear submarine Say new and clear newclear. I know it's not spelled that way but, it's not newculear Not rocket salad guys.
It sucks
This is just talking heads, no submarines. Thumbs down.
My last boat was the Swiftsure which I sadly left as a L/s (S)(SM) in 1990, and yes I really miss it !! Two minutes per man per day !! I have one of those bad ones to find my wife was seriously ill when I got back from patrol, which promted me to a compassionate discharge after joining in 1979. But even today my family and friends don't know what I did !
Im thinking of going submariner. joining in maybe few months. Hope your wife was okay. thank you for everything you've done
Jim Perks - wasn't hecon a series about the Perisher course selecting submarine commanders?
That life WAS exciting. Well put.....we just NEVER talked about what we did. Another reason we were called the "silent service". We kept what we did quiet. That, and the threat of life in federal prison ensured that!😅🤣😂🫠