Films about the Bismarck and the Battle of the River Plate as well as comedies about the present day Royal Navy were very popular.
Sadly this golden age was all too brief as air travel had already begun to make its mark.
Wargaming as a hobby blossomed in the 70s but was then transformed from the 80s by the digital revution.
Today shipping seldom makes it into the playroom. Adults may still appreciate a momento of their cruise or of Britain's latest carrier but the only toy harbour to be found in the playroom is the Brio cargo boat in wood.
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