In the summer of 1303, 64 year old King Edward I of England was on campaign in Scotland, when a courier brought shocking news from home. Tens of thousands of pounds worth of gold and jewels had been taken from the royal treasury, from what was recognized as the most secure room in the kingdom.
The first class of nuclear submarines were a learning experience for the Soviet Navy. The November class boats experienced numerous difficulties and accidents, culminating in what has been described as a potential “Underwater Chernobyl."