Weaponology
Where to watch Weaponology
- Free On Demand on American Heroes
Season 1
11. Fire Weapons
Air Date 03/26/2007
The history of flammable weapons, from Molotov cocktails to thermobaric bombs.
10. Frags, Pineapples and RPGs
Air Date 03/19/2007
Portable firepower helps small infantry units pack a powerful punch.
9. Booby Traps
Air Date 03/12/2007
Battlefield traps cause both physical and psychological damage to the enemy.
8. Artillery
Air Date 03/04/2007
The history of artillery, from catapults to cannons.
7. Fighter
Air Date 02/25/2007
Tracing the improvements in engine power, maneuverability and weapons systems in fighter aircraft.
6. Bomber
Air Date 02/18/2007
Tracing the history of bombers, from early aircraft to the bunker-busters of today.
5. Vertical Take Off
Air Date 02/11/2007
Tracing the development of helicopters and other vertical take-off aircraft.
3. Rapid Fire
Air Date 01/28/2007
Tracing the history of infantry weapons for the individual.
2. Body Armor
Air Date 01/21/2007
The history of armor protection, from the suits worn by medieval knights to the latest high-tech apparel.
1. Sniper Rifles
Air Date 01/14/2007
Technological innovation has resulted in the production of rifles that can kill from a distance of 2,000 yards.