Modern-day RSS Discovery returns to city where it all began

Dundee's world-famous Discovery was designated the first ever Royal Research Ship 100 years ago.

It has been 100 years since Dundee’s world-famous Discovery was designated the first ever Royal Research Ship.

In its retirement, the vessel is now a much-loved tourist attraction. But in the decades since, ocean science has only evolved.

And now, the modern day RRS Discovery – which is the fourth ship to carry the name – has returned to the city where it all began.

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