Hitler's Engineers, Werner Heisenberg
Season 1, Episode 3
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In his role as Adolf Hitler's favourite architect, Albert Speer was a central figure in the Fuhrer's inner circle and helped cement his position in power.
Wernher Von BraunWernher von Braun was vital to NASA's Apollo 11 mission to put a man on the Moon, but this 'American hero' had his Nazi past kept under wraps.
Werner HeisenbergAs one of their most controversial scientists, Heisenberg was key in the Nazis' efforts to build an atomic bomb. How close was he to achieving his goal?
Hans KammlerHans Kammler's fingerprints can be found all over the Third Reich's most prestigious and deadly engineering projects, including rockets and concentration camps.
Ferdinand PorscheThe designer of one of the most popular car brands in history, Ferdinand Porsche would not have seen his success without the support of Adolf Hitler.
Fritz TodtFritz Todt was the man tasked with engineering projects including the autobahn, the West Wall defences and more. But in 1942, he died under mysterious circumstances.
- About this episode
- As one of their most controversial scientists, Heisenberg was key in the Nazis' efforts to build an atomic bomb. How close was he to achieving his goal?
- CrewTom Williams (Director)
- GenreFeatures
- Seasons1
- StudioSky History