Nazi Megastructures: Battle Ready — Season 1
About this season
A close look at the engineers who designed powerful military technology for the Nazis and who also encouraged a technological revolution that would forever change warfare.
Episodes (4)
1. Hitler's Hideouts
Aired 14 August 2017 • 45 min
A look at what went into building Hitler's infamous hideouts, including the fortified Wolf's Lair, the Fuhrerbunker and the alpine retreat known as the Eagle's Nest.
2. Hitler's War Machines
Aired 21 August 2017 • 45 min
Hitler's megalomania led him to construct the ultimate deep-sea destroyer, the largest tank the world has ever seen and a fighter jet that inspired a revolution in aerial warfare.
3. Lines of Defence
Aired 28 August 2017 • 45 min
A look at Hitler's deadly defences. The Siegfried Line held off US forces for six months, while the ambitious Atlantic Wall faced the ultimate test on D-Day.
4. Vengeance Weapons
Aired 4 September 2017 • 45 min
The story of the Nazi geniuses who created Hitler's deadly weapons of vengeance, including the world's first-ever cruise missile and long-range rockets.