First snapshot is sailing of Naval Transport from Southampton with men for the China Station.

The video discusses the deployment of 1,500 naval ratings who are reliefs for crews on the China Station. They are boarding the Somersetshire, the first naval transport chartered since the war. Despite being away from home for two years, the video questions whether they are downhearted.

What is the primary purpose of the 1,500 naval ratings mentioned in the video?

• To explore new territories

• To engage in combat operations

• To relieve crews of smaller ships on the China Station

• To conduct training exercises

What is the name of the naval transport chartered for the mission?

• Somersetshire

• USS Enterprise

• Titanic

• HMS Victory

Why is the Somersetshire significant in the context of the video?

• It is the fastest ship in the navy

• It is the first naval transport to be chartered since the war

• It is a newly built vessel

• It is the largest ship in the fleet

How long are the naval ratings expected to be away from home?

• One year

• Two years

• Three years

• Six months

What is the general sentiment of the naval ratings about being away from home for an extended period?

• They are indifferent

• They are enthusiastic

• They are downhearted

• They are excited