Secret Weapons of World War II - Season 1 - Eps 1: Guns
World War II saw the birth of groundbreaking gun technologies shaping modern warfare. In this episode of Secret Weapons of World War Two, we spotlight these innovations. Innovations like the M1 Bazooka, the first rocket-propelled grenade, the German STG-44 - a foundation for assault rifles - and the Zielgerät 1229 Vampir, an early night vision device. The episode also highlights challenges in weapons development, showcasing the Schwerer Gustav artillery and WindKanone. We explore designs like the Japanese Ku-Go Death Ray and German Sun Gun.These devices mark the era's technological advancements and innovative drive in weaponry.
About Secret Weapons of World War II
Title: Secret Weapons of World War II
First Air Date: 2023-01-01
Last Air Date: 2023-02-05
Status: Ended
Rating: 6/10 (from 2 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 6
Network: Unknown
Genres: Unknown
Production Companies: Unknown
Synopsis
Secret Weapons of WWII explores the desperate weapons race fought by nations worldwide to gain an advantage over their adversaries. Incendiary bats, flying wings, rubber tanks, and guns that shoot around corners – in wartime, there is no such thing as a bad idea, but not all of these ideas worked or even made it beyond the planning stage. This riveting series tells the story of the weapons that changed history, and still impact our daily lives. Like the small top-secret device invented to improve radar, the Magnetron - now found in most kitchens as a microwave. Learn about the inventions born out of desperation that resulted in jet engines, rockets, lasers, and computers. Beyond the apparent silliness of pigeon bombs and death rays, this fascinating series highlights innovative weaponry developed during the war and the resulting transformative technological revolution.
