Iconic Combat Machines
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Iconic Combat Machines
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Iconic Combat Machines, Phantom Cobra

Season 1, Episode 2

The Vietnam war changed aerial warfare in more ways than one. The Phantom became the first true fighter bomber of the modern era.

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Spitfire Tiger
S1 E1 • 43m • HDClosed CaptionedU

Two iconic machines of World War II - the Spitfire symbolised British hope and resistance, while the Tiger tank embodied German power.

Phantom Cobra
S1 E2 • 43m • HDClosed CaptionedU

The Vietnam war changed aerial warfare in more ways than one. The Phantom became the first true fighter bomber of the modern era.

Belfast Harrier
S1 E3 • 41m • HDClosed CaptionedU

Icons of the Royal Navy in different eras, the Belfast and the Harrier have earned their place in history for different reasons.

Me 109 Sherman
S1 E4 • 44m • HDClosed CaptionedU

Two of the most produced combat machines in World War II managed to stay relevant until the end of the war through constant modernization and new variants.

T34 Chaika
S1 E5 • 42m • HDClosed CaptionedU

The Soviet Union produced a large variety of tanks and airplanes during World War II. What made the T34 and the Chaika stand out and become icons?

Me 262 Mustang
S1 E6 • 41m • HDClosed CaptionedU

Two of the fastest combat aircraft of World War 2, their origins couldn't differ more. The Messerschmitt 262 was the brainchild of genius designer Willy Messerschmitt and it became the first combat jet in history.

F16 Mig 29
S1 E7 • 40m • HDClosed CaptionedU

True predators of the skies, the F-16 and the MiG-29 were created to fight each other, based on radically different design philosophies. While the American relied on electronics to achieve unmatched agility, the MiG-29 was the pinnacle of Soviet design: rugged, reliable and a testimony to Russian mastery of aerodynamics.

Leopard Tiger
S1 E8 • 44m • HDClosed CaptionedU

A powerful European combo designed to rule the modern battlefield. The Leopard 2 is probably the best all-around Main Battle Tank today, combining great mobility, a superior gun and excellent protection.

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  • About this episode
  • The Vietnam war changed aerial warfare in more ways than one. The Phantom became the first true fighter bomber of the modern era.
  • CrewDaniel Ventura Gonzalez (Director)
  • GenreFeatures
  • Seasons1
  • ChannelSky History