Filming to begin on a new television drama series based on the 1981 German film 'Das Boot'

The transcript discusses the maneuvering of a 240-ton replica of a German U-boat into a harbor for the drama series 'Dust Boot'. The series continues from the 1981 Wolfgang Peterson movie, featuring a fictional U-boat crew and the French resistance in La Rochelle. The production involves international stars and highlights the historical significance of the location, which was a strategic base for the German Navy during World War II. The community is curious about the portrayal of their town's history.

How did the location of La Rochelle contribute to its strategic importance during the war?

What historical context does the town of La Rochelle provide for the drama series?