"COORDINATED ASW PART I" 1970s U.S. NAVY ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE TRAINING FILM 20894a (1976)

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Co-ordinated Anti-Submarine Warfare" (1970s) discusses how surface ships, aircraft and submarines work together to unravel the submarine threat. The film explains both passive and active sonar, and shows how sonobuoys and other technology are deployed to locate enemy submarines. Features footage of a carrier battle group, Soviet submarines, and USN warships as well as Tracker aircraft and rotary wing ASW helicopters. Visible in the film is USS Stein (DE-1065) and USS Badger (FF-1071). The film shows strategies used to counter Soviet submarines. ASW operations rely on a combination of aircraft, surface ships, and submarines. The key to success lies in integrating the strengths of each platform to compensate for their individual limitations, ensuring early detection and swift elimination of the threat. 0:00 – The Soviet submarine force poses a significant threat to U.S. naval and coastal targets with torpedoes and missiles launched from great distances. 0:31 – The U.S. Navy's ability to maintain open sea lanes and protect ships is essential to national security. 0:44 – Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) requires coordinated efforts between aircraft, ships, and submarines. 1:45 – Defense strategy focuses on detecting and attacking enemy submarines before they can strike. 2:36 – Aircraft offer speed and flexibility in ASW, placing sensors and delivering weapons at range. 3:06 – Surface ships provide endurance, multiple sensors, and command/control capabilities. 3:26 – Nuclear…

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Running time

18 minutes

Language

English

Collection

Ephemeral Films