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What is Boaty McBoatface doing in Devon?
When the name for the the polar research vessel was put to a public vote its was nearly called Boaty McBoatface, but in the end was named RRS Sir David Attenborough. She is currently in Devon, but why? and how does an ice breaker work? Captain Will Whatley explained all to John Acres.
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