We examine how the battleship began the 20th century as a dominant force, but then saw its weaknesses exploited mercilessly in the World Wars.
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The definitive, if not the best, Axis fighter of World War two: we delve into the story of legendary ace Adolf Galland and examine in detail and example of the type in his colours. We also look at the Suitable for all
New weapons with devastating force shape the wars of the 20th century international experts test the catastrophic effects of the most destructive weapons.
A team of international experts presents weapons invented throughout history, where speed really made all the difference Samuel Colt's revolver marked the beginning of a new era for warfare while the slingshot is the symbol of asymmetric weaponry.
The story of the trench warfare of the First World War is well known. What is less well known is that the efficiency of the railway networks of both sides helped cause that stalemate.
In the nineteenth century weapons became more sophisticated and more deadly.
An examination of objects found on the Mary Rose and what they reveal about life on a Tudor ship.
Ships don't have to be large to make history, like the 1776 gunboat built to stop a British invasion, or the remarkable story of the HA-19 sub.
The story of the trench warfare of the First World War is well known. What is less well known is that the efficiency of the railway networks of both sides helped cause that stalemate.
In the nineteenth century weapons became more sophisticated and more deadly.
An examination of objects found on the Mary Rose and what they reveal about life on a Tudor ship.
Ships don't have to be large to make history, like the 1776 gunboat built to stop a British invasion, or the remarkable story of the HA-19 sub.
A team of international experts presents weapons invented throughout history, where speed really made all the difference Samuel Colt's revolver marked the beginning of a new era for warfare while the slingshot is the symbol of asymmetric weaponry.
Stories of hospital ships and those who served on them, including the tragic story of the sinking of the Titanic's sister vessel, The Britannic.
Veterans and historians of the Thai-Burma railway tell the story of its construction.
International experts test three weapons that are easy to use, but extremely deadly such as the crossbow, a pike and the gas-operated assault rifle, the Kalashnikov.
Experts test both the physical and psychological impact of melee weaponry such as the Roman short sword, the medieval war hammer, and bayonets.
The strategic importance of trains has resulted in many elaborate schemes and methods being devised to destroy them.
Veterans and historians of the Thai-Burma railway tell the story of its construction.
The role of ships during the Cold War, featuring a look at two submarines - former enemies - now moored in a Kent river.
From tests in the River Thames, to the German's deadly U-boat attacks in World War II, this episode explores the silent threat of submarines.
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