Diver Down

Official page of the BBC 3 documentary that explores the life of a Royal Navy Diver

As seen on BBC Iplayer

THEN

ANDY HARDWICK

At the age of 16 Andy joined the Royal Navy where he started as a radio operator, retraining at 21 to become a clearance diver after passing a physically demanding 6-month training period in which 9 began and only 3 completed. Serving in various fleet diving units, Andy delivered worldwide operational support and bomb disposal. In 1993 Andy received the General Service Medal whilst fighting in the Gulf War in Kuwait, clearing the northern persion gulf that had been laid with mines.

NOW

Dive deeper to see the reality of DIVING EQUIPMENT

Check out our Facebook lives every Tuesday for a chance to ask questions to an experienced diver.

Go to our YouTube page to see more behind the scenes of life as a Navy Diver

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ROYAL

NAVY

HISTORY OF THE ROYAL NAVY

Founded in 1546 by King Henry VIII, the Royal Navy has been working for almost half a century to ensure the safety and protection of the United Kingdom and its allies.

With the headquarters based in Portsmouth, the Navy is the essence of the British Military.

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DIVER DOWN

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