Nautilus vs K-129: The Deadly Submarine Espionage Of The Cold War | In Enemy Depths | Big Ships!

The Cold War era witnessed intense submarine rivalry between the superpowers, as they vied for political supremacy in the depths of the oceans. Both the United States and the Soviet Union developed advanced submarine technology, such as the nuclear-powered Nautilus and the Soviet Whiskey class diesel-electric attack submarines. The arms race escalated with the development of nuclear-powered submarines capable of carrying ballistic missiles, leading to heightened tensions between East and West. Incidents like the sinking of the Soviet submarine K-129 in 1968, believed by some to be intentional, added to the heightened tension of the deadly submarine operations during the Cold War. Welcome aboard Big Ships! We are your port of call for a captivating voyage through the giants of naval history. From the legendary ships of antiquity to colossal cargo carriers, we promise an ocean of content to quench your thirst. Anchors aweigh! Discover the past on History Hit, with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly and presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis and more. Get 50% off your first 3 months with code 'BIGSHIPS': https://historyhit.com/subscription For any enquiries please email [email protected] Big Ships! is part of the History Hit Network.