Episode 6: USS ELDRIDGE

10/08/21 • 38 min

Buckle your life vests, today we take a trip back in time, though not literally, like the USS ELDRIDGE did in the 1984 movie, The Philadelphia Experiment. Although seemingly an ordinary vessel, the story of Eldridge is one marked by intrigue, mystery and conspiracy. Stick around till the end of the episode to hear the baffling story behind one of history’s greatest conspiracy theories, as we uncover the truth behind the tale.

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Follow along with our transcript and check out the photos below.

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Episode 5: USS BUCKLEY

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Don't blink, we've got 19 minutes to relive the attack that put USS BUCKLEY DE-51 on the map. Captain Abel gives an order that hadn't been issued in the U.S. Navy since 1814 "Standby to repel boarders." Learn how the sailors of the BUCKLEY defended their ship with anything they could get their hands on including hammers, empty projectiles, and coffee cups.
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Episode 7: Navy Birthday

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We've got a bonus episode of DE Classified for you in honor of the 246th birthday of the United States Navy! Take a trip through time with Liam as he gives you the highlights of the Navy's history.

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