Britain's last aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious sets off on last journey, to the scrap yard

The video discusses HMS Illustrious, a Cold War-era British aircraft carrier, highlighting its service history, including missions in Bosnia, Iraq, Sierra Leone, and humanitarian efforts in the Philippines. The ship's decommissioning and scrapping mark the end of an era for the Royal Navy. The video also introduces the new aircraft carriers, like the Queen Elizabeth, emphasizing their strategic importance and versatility in modern naval operations.

What was HMS Illustrious affectionately known as?

• Mighty

• Brave

• Valiant

• Lusty

In which humanitarian mission did HMS Illustrious participate?

• Typhoon Haiyan

• Earthquake in Haiti

• Hurricane Katrina

• Tsunami in Japan

What was the final destination of HMS Illustrious for scrapping?

• Brazil

• India

• Turkey

• China

Which new aircraft carrier is mentioned as part of the Royal Navy's future?

• HMS Ark Royal

• HMS Prince of Wales

• HMS Invincible

• HMS Queen Elizabeth

What is one of the roles of the new aircraft carriers besides military operations?

• Space exploration

• Diplomatic efforts

• Scientific research

• Tourism