The World's Weirdest Weapons

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6 total episodes

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1 seasons

Illuminating series looking at some unusual and innovative weaponry throughout history, the World's Weirdest Weapons.

First Aired April 17, 2013

Overview

These unorthodox military innovations were not developed by chance, each was constructed to solve a tactical or strategic problem, such as overcoming Nazi defences on D-Day, mounting a surprise attack over water, or safely moving an agent back and forth across enemy lines. The US smart bomb piloted by live pigeons, a jet pack used by flying soldiers, an incendiary bombing program that used bats released from aircraft, and a giant Catherine Wheel are all covered in this fascinating series. World’s Weirdest Weapons explores never before seen weapons and introduces viewers to the extraordinary people that invented these ingenious devices.

Origin Country

United Kingdom

Original Language

English

Status

Ended

Type

Miniseries

Production Countries

  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

Networks

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    BBC Four

    United Kingdom

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