HMS Porpoise

Seen here in the Gareloch, Scotland March 1985

and yes, the colour balance is correct ! – it really is a red submarine

Porpoise is seen here before being deliberately sunk in October 1985 as a target.

The red colour is to assist in locating the target

HMS Maidstone

Submarine depot ship

Built 1938, survived service in World War 2, and is seen here being broken up for scrap in July 1978

Inverkeithing, Scotland

Lavan

Landing ship

Built for Iran in 1980 at Yarrows shipyard on the River Clyde, Scotland

Delivery was delayed for political reasons, and she is seen here in August 1982

Delivery was finally made in 1984, and the ship is still in service with the Iranian navy