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A bit of Scottish cold war history:![]()
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www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-56124183
How US nuclear missiles found a base in Scotland
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The controversial US nuclear submarines operated for more than 30 years and has a lasting legacy.
This could be quite an interesting project, shame we are so far away though.Cold War Centre and HMS Courageous Museum UPDATE![]()
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Since the fantastic response to the fundraising campaign in late 2020, reaching £40,000 in just nine weeks, work has been underway to establish a rigorous Feasibility Study, to determine whether it is possible to create a sustainable Cold War Centre in Plymouth. ![]()
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The name ‘Cold War Centre’ is a working title that emphasises the contribution that Plymouth and particularly Devonport played in this unique period of political intrigue and technological advancement. Timing is a key factor: a window of opportunity exists to acquire unique Cold War artefacts as part of the MoD Submarine Disposal Programme running in HMNB Devonport and display them in an iconic setting for preservation and the education of future generations. ![]()
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The Study will be a substantial piece of work and form the basis of a business case should the conditions for success be satisfied. A detailed project brief has been prepared and Commodore Ian Shipperley CBE, formerly Naval Base Commander (Devonport), has agreed to lead the Study with support from various specialists.![]()
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There are many museums and collections dealing with military history however, none address adequately the maritime contribution to the Cold War and parallels with today’s international relations. More importantly, none have the unique draw of the UK’s only preserved nuclear submarine, COURAGEOUS; one of only 3 worldwide and arguably the best exhibited with the highest level of visitor interaction. However, COURAGEOUS is located within the Naval Dockyard and not easily accessible to the general public. The concept is therefore very simple: ![]()
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“At the heart of the CWC will be a preserved nuclear submarine acting as the centrepiece of an irreplaceable collection of artefacts displayed in an iconic setting. The CWC will portray the maritime aspects of the Cold War in an informative and entertaining way while using historic, current and future submarine & nuclear technology to promote STEM and innovation through interactive experiences.”![]()
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The National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN), is the prime body through which the Royal Navy explains its history. It has liaised with Plymouth’s new museum The Box, to display its heritage collection of naval figureheads. It is advising and supporting the volunteer run Devonport Naval Heritage Centre; it has expressed a desire to further extend its role in Plymouth and has agreed to receive the output of the Feasibility Study. ![]()
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The Study is expected to take approximately 16 weeks and to deliver its findings to the NMRN in July 2021.![]()
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www.navylookout.com/can-plymouth-give-its-royal-navy-heritage-the-place-it-deserves/
Some interesting bunkers in this documentary and the ROC feature in the second half:![]()
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8qbLKN42wM&ab_channel=CarlM%C3%98SER
If only we had enough room!![]()
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www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-norfolk-56104311
How to dismantle an RAF bomber
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The Victor "gate guardian" was in a poor condition and no collector or museum wanted to take it on.
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