From the Merchant Navy to Covert Hunter Killer Nuclear Submarine Missions (388)

Cold War Conversations

Ian Sanders

Society & Culture, Documentary, History

4.8 • 758 Ratings

🗓️ 15 February 2025

⏱️ 74 minutes

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Summary

David Arnold joined the merchant navy at just 14. His tales offer a glimpse into the rigorous and sometimes harsh realities of naval training in the 1950s. His story takes us through his progression in the merchant navy, where he earned his extra master's ticket, a rare and prestigious qualification that opened doors to a career in marine surveying and beyond. David recounts his experiences with the Royal Naval Reserve, particularly his time aboard the nuclear submarine, Valiant where we are treated to a behind-the-scenes look at Cold War-era missions, including covert operations. David's engaging storytelling and wealth of experience make for a captivating narrative. Don’t miss the link to the videos and photos in the episode information here https://coldwarconversations.com/episode388/ The fight to preserve Cold War history continues and via a simple monthly donation, you will give me the ammunition to continue to preserve Cold War history. You’ll become part of our community, get ad-free episodes, and get a sought-after CWC coaster as a thank you and you’ll bask in the warm glow of knowing you are helping to preserve Cold War history. Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/ If a monthly contribution is not your cup of tea, we welcome one-off donations via the same link. Find the ideal gift for the Cold War enthusiast in your life! Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/store/ Follow us on BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/coldwarpod.bsky.social Follow us on Threads https://www.threads.net/@coldwarconversations Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/ColdWarPod Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/coldwarpod/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/coldwarconversations/ Youtube https://youtube.com/@ColdWarConversations Love history? Join Intohistory https://intohistory.com/coldwarpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	Welcome to Cold War Conversations, the home of real stories of the Cold War.
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1:03.5	slash setup but I was really frightened and I thought I remember thinking myself I mustn't let the crews know that I'm frightened and I thought, I remember thinking myself, I mustn't let the crews
1:12.2	know that I'm frightened.
1:14.7	And there's a little seat in the corner of the plot.
1:18.0	And I sat on it, just put my head between my hands.
1:22.0	And I thought, I just sit here quietly.
1:23.7	If I'm going to die, I'll die without making a fuss about it.
1:29.8	This is Cold War Conversations.
1:32.9	If you're new here, you've come to the right place to listen to firsthand Cold War history accounts.
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