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War Machines - S01 E03 - Triumphant on Land

50m 07s

The ability to move swiftly and strategically across the battlefield has been a deciding factor in warfare since the dawn on man. Through the ages the methods by which we move have evolved, from horses to Humvees to some of the most versatile vehicles ever built. This episode showcases that journey by highlighting some of the most influential movers ever to take to the battlefield including some of the most infamous tanks of the Second World War and more.

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Heroes of the Somme

59m 38s

The Heroes of the Somme uses original archive from the Western Front to uncover the stories of seven of the men whose remarkable bravery in 1916 won them the Victoria Cross, Britain's most prized military medal.

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War Machines - S01 E02 - Advancing Destruction

50m 07s

From the moment men started building walls other men have needed a way to knock them down. The history of artillery is the history of that desire and highlights in no uncertain terms how destructive human innovation can be, from the first grenade to a cannon that fires atomic shells and more. This episode tells the story of that journey showcasing both big and the small artillery and the impact they have had on warfare.

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War Machines - S01 E01 - Mastering Arms

50m 07s

Whether being revered or reviled, no one can deny the invention of the gun has forever changed the way wars are fought and won. From humble beginnings to a weapon that has built Empires, toppled Kingdoms, and slaughtered millions, the story of the gun and how it has evolved throughout the centuries is long. But, of all the things the gun has been throughout the ages, it has never been anything less than influential.

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