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Homo Aquaticus
The invasion of man under the sea is a recent one which has opened up important possibilities.
Sea ' farming,' mining, and underwater transport could have a beneficial effect on the economic welfare of mankind, plus the bonus of unexplored areas for archaeology and scientific research.
ANGELA CROOME examines the difficulties and possibilities of homo aquaticus with illustrations from the BBC Sound Archives
The programme also features the voices of GEORGE NAISH of the National Maritime Museum and members of the Royal Naval Diving teams.
Produced by Pat McLoughlin

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George Naish
Produced By:
Pat McLoughlin

BBC Home Service Basic

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BBC Home Service is a radio channel that started transmitting on the 1st September 1939 and ended on the 29th September 1967.

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