Secret Weapons of World War II - Season 1 - Eps 3: Secret Weapons in the Air
World War II intensified aerial competition, driving nations to refine aircraft technology. This episode examines early jet fighters, including the German Messerschmitt Me 262 'Swallow' and the British Gloster 'Meteor.' We cover the German Amerikabomber and the Boeing B-29 'Superfortress,' epitomizing altitude and firepower pursuits. Designs such as the Bachem Ba 349 'Natter' and the Yokosuka MXY-7 'Ohka' emerged from wartime desperation. Additionally, we spotlight unique prototypes like the Vought V-173 'Flying Pancake' and the groundbreaking Silbervogel, hinting at future spaceflight.
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.
