Join us as HMS Protector, the Royal Navy's only Ice Breaking Patrol Ship, embarks on a breathtaking journey through the Lemaire Channel, one of Antarctica's most stunning and iconic straits. Captured on February 11th, 2024, this transit showcases the vessel's critical role in promoting British interests and enforcing the Antarctic Treaty.

The Lemaire Channel, often called the "Kodak Gap," is a top destination for Antarctic tourists, nestled between Kyiv Peninsula and Booth Island. As HMS Protector maneuvers through these icy waters, it reinforces the UK's sovereign presence in the British Antarctic Territory (BAT), South Georgia, and South Sandwich Islands.

Discover how HMS Protector supports vital operations, including oceanographic surveys, collaboration with the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), and ensuring maritime security in the southern hemisphere. Don't miss this incredible footage of a mission that combines breathtaking scenery with vital geopolitical duties in one of the world's most remote regions.

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