History Of Weapons, Attack From Above
Season 1, Episode 2
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International experts demonstrate in experiments the most important ranged weapons in history, including the Roman spear, the English long bow and the minié ball.
Attack From AboveExperiments reveal the secret of weapons that became key to aerial warfare, from incendiary arrows to bomb attacks. What will the next advancement be?
Close CombatChart the development of the original form of combat - melee. Over time, short range instruments of battle have evolved, from the short sword to Exoskeletons.
Weapons For AllWeapons designed for everyone hand a sizeable advantage. Experts explore three weapons that are easily used: the crossbow, a pike and the Kalashnikov.
Faster Than The EnemySpeed has become a decisive feature in war's evolution: from the chariot that brought greater mobility to small handguns like Samuel Colt's revolver.
The Power Of DestructionNew weapons with immense force define the wars of the 20th century as international experts test the catastrophic effects of destructive weaponry.
War At SeaMilitary historian Stephen Bull tests the three most significant weapons of the sea and explores whether the subsonic torpedo could rule the waves in the future.
The AmbushExperts explore how the ambush has revolutionised warfare with the benefit of undetected weapons, from the caltrop to the insidious land mine.
Deadly InventionsA team of experts tests the deadliest weapons upgrades across the history of warfare, including the Scorpio, the long sword and Henry's rifle.
Civilians On The BattlefieldA team of experts explore the weapons used to recklessly attack civilian populations, from the brutal trebuchet to the devastating atomic bomb.
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- Experiments reveal the secret of weapons that became key to aerial warfare, from incendiary arrows to bomb attacks. What will the next advancement be?
- GenreFactual
- Seasons1
- ChannelSky History
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