France Télévisions presents the landmark documentary « The Great History of the Navy », tracing four centuries of French maritime history. Hosted by journalist Julian Bugier, the program delves into the geopolitical, scientific, and technical aspects of the French Navy, beginning with the large-scale military exercise Orion 2026.
The film, which spans from contemporary history back to the origins of the French Navy in 1626 under Cardinal Richelieu, highlights the enduring connection between past and present sailors. It explores the mysteries of the sea, from the depths of nuclear engine rooms to the flight decks of modern vessels.
This documentary project is enhanced by the insights of six renowned specialists, including Caroline Le Mao, a professor of modern history at the Université Bordeaux Montaigne, who served as a historical advisor.
The documentary is thus enriched by the analyses of 6 specialists.
Other experts featured in the documentary include Denis Roland (professor of contemporary history, University of Strasbourg), Iris de Rode (doctorate in American civilization, University of Washington), Thierry Gausseron (director of the National Navy Museum), Rear Admiral François Guichard (writer), and Benjamin Massieu (doctoral student in contemporary history, University of Montpellier Paul-Valéry).
