Weaponology

Tracing the advancement of military technology over the last century.
Navy SEALs
S2 E1

The U.S. Navy SEALs is the world's most versatile special operations force.

USMC
S2 E2

Tracing the history of the United States Marine Corps.

Waffen-SS
S2 E3

Soldiers of the Waffen-SS serve as Nazi Germany's ultimate warriors during World War II.

U.S. Airborne
S2 E4

The history of America's airborne soldiers.

Rangers
S2 E5

Members of the U.S. Army Rangers utilize cutting-edge military technology.

Green Berets
S2 E6

The Green Berets use unconventional methods to wage war.

SAS
S2 E7

The British Special Air Service utilizes insertion behind enemy lines to combat terrorism.

Royal Marine Commandos
S2 E8

The amphibious troops of the British Royal Marine Commandos.

U.S. Combat Engineers
S2 E10

Combat engineers use their skills to both build and destroy.

French Foreign Legion
S2 E11

Foreign volunteers leave their past lives behind to fight for the glory of France.

Spetsnaz
S2 E12

Members of Russia's elite fighting force work in counterterrorist strike squads and special operations.

Israeli Commandos
S2 E13

A different Israeli commando unit exists for every type of mission.

Sniper Rifles
S1 E1

Technological innovation has resulted in the production of rifles that can kill from a distance of 2,000 yards.

Body Armor
S1 E2

The history of armor protection, from the suits worn by medieval knights to the latest high-tech apparel.

Rapid Fire
S1 E3

Tracing the history of infantry weapons for the individual.

Bomber
S1 E6

Tracing the history of bombers, from early aircraft to the bunker-busters of today.

Fighter
S1 E7

Tracing the improvements in engine power, maneuverability and weapons systems in fighter aircraft.

Artillery
S1 E8

The history of artillery, from catapults to cannons.

Booby Traps
S1 E9

Battlefield traps cause both physical and psychological damage to the enemy.

Frags, Pineapples and RPGs
S1 E10

Portable firepower helps small infantry units pack a powerful punch.

Fire Weapons
S1 E11

The history of flammable weapons, from Molotov cocktails to thermobaric bombs.

Armored Personnel Carriers
S1 E12

The history of fighting vehicles and armored personnel carriers.

Tanks
S1 E13

The history and development of tanks.