This programme looks at early metal warships, and examines HMS Rattler's screw propeller in 1845 would lead to the revolutionary HMS Dreadnought in the 20th century
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.
This programme looks at early metal warships, and examines HMS Rattler's screw propeller in 1845 would lead to the revolutionary HMS Dreadnought in the 20th century
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.
Nazi Germany boasted that its locomotives were faster and more innovative.
A chronological telling of the dramatic D-Day story, focusing on the vessels that made the landings possible.
From early beginnings in the American War of Independence to modern day, this is the story of the submarine and its role in naval warfare.
Experts look at some of the most efficient long-distance guns that offer fighters the best chance of survival, with reviews of the spring pin and the Roman spear.
Four railway journeys that changed modern history.
Nazi Germany boasted that its locomotives were faster and more innovative.
A chronological telling of the dramatic D-Day story, focusing on the vessels that made the landings possible.
From early beginnings in the American War of Independence to modern day, this is the story of the submarine and its role in naval warfare.
We examine how the battleship began the 20th century as a dominant force, but then saw its weaknesses exploited mercilessly in the World Wars.
The mighty Flying Fortress takes to the air as we examine the background and development of one of WWIIs most iconic bombers.
A chronological telling of the dramatic D-Day story, focusing on the vessels that made the landings possible.
From early beginnings in the American War of Independence to modern day, this is the story of the submarine and its role in naval warfare.
We examine how the battleship began the 20th century as a dominant force, but then saw its weaknesses exploited mercilessly in the World Wars.
Experts take a look at the weapons dominating from the skies. They investigate the operating principles of arrows, rockets, and bombs.