https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/622262c5-1da6-448d-af1f-2e32b7e176d0 “The Men of Polaris” is a circa 1963 United States Navy film that informs the viewer of the nuclear-powered fleet ballistic missile submarines. The USS Daniel Boone (SSBN-629) breaks the waves in the color film’s opening seconds while the narrator explains how it is the duty of sailors — and especially submariners — to “sustain the position of the United States and her allies in an unsettled world.” The film highlights the rigorous training and dedication of the men serving aboard Polaris fleet ballistic missile submarines, emphasizing their critical role in maintaining the United States' strategic deterrent. Starting at the historic submarine school in New London, Connecticut, sailors undergo intense classroom, laboratory, and practical training in submarine operations, nuclear propulsion, and missile systems. Polaris submarines, highly advanced and heavily equipped, require specially trained crews who operate globally from forward bases and support facilities. With over 40 submarines and 600 missiles, these men embody a powerful deterrent for peace, standing ready during extended undersea patrols to safeguard freedom and national security. 0:00 – Opening music sets the tone for a presentation on the men of the fleet ballistic missile weapon system. 0:53 – The narration emphasizes that like the ships named after distinguished men, the crew members have earned their place through their own efforts, sustaining the United States and its allies in an unsettled world. 1:11 – At the historic submarine school in New London, Connecticut, new Polaris submariners begin their training, having often completed months of preliminary schooling. 1:20 – Under the supervision of experienced submariners, trainees are taught the fundamentals of submarine operation, the importance of teamwork for ship safety and effectiveness, and the proud traditions of the submarine service. 1:45 – Training includes intensive classroom and laboratory study covering basic science, engineering, and submarine operational theory, which is reinforced during one-day cruises aboard fleet submarines. 2:01 – Trainees learn the full weight of their responsibilities as qualified submariners through practical duties they will perform on their own ships. 2:11 – This training is essential for all submariners, but especially critical for those assigned to Polaris submarines, which are as large as light cruisers and packed with advanced technology and equipment. 2:35 – Preparing men to operate Polaris as a fighting ship in a fighting fleet has always been a top priority. 2:44 – When the Polaris weapon system was introduced in the early 1960s, an intensive program was launched to train crews specifically for this advanced naval weapon. 3:00 – A selection process and specialized training were initiated to handle the complex Polaris missile system. 3:12 – Using full-scale operational hardware, Polaris crew members train extensively in every aspect of the missile system’s operation, maintenance, and repair. 3:22 – At nuclear school, sailors learn theoretical and practical aspects of the ship’s nuclear propulsion system, while others attend guided missile school to acquire skills essential for operating this technological marvel. 3:42 – The narration briefly cuts to a countdown and missile launch, illustrating the operational readiness of the system. 4:10 – Since the first missile launch from beneath the sea, Polaris submarines and their crews have operated globally under all the world’s oceans. 4:23 – There are over 40 Polaris submarines armed with more than 600 missiles. 4:28 – The Polaris crews carry the responsibility of maintaining one of the strongest deterrents for peace ever developed, giving special meaning to their duties. 4:40 – Support for the Polaris system is provided worldwide through ships, floating dry docks, and forward bases located at Holy Loch (Scotland), Rota (Spain), Guam (Pacific), and missile facilities on the U.S. east and west coasts. 4:59 – Wherever Polaris men serve, the close teamwork between men and missiles ensures submarines remain on station and the weapon system stays fully effective. 5:12 – The dedication of the crews is especially evident during long undersea patrols, where, continuing a tradition of over six decades of silent service, men and missiles together form a powerful defense. 5:29 – The summary closes by describing these crews as keenly prepared and ever-ready to uphold freedom. 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