Invented by Britain in the First World War, the aircraft carrier was frowned on by traditionalists. But Japanese recognition of its potential led to the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack. Show more

Accurate over 500 metres and with a vastly increased rate of fire, the Springfield was used to devastating effect by Union soldiers in the American Civil War. Show more

The F-117 A Stealth Fighter is the world's first operational combat plane designed to be invisible to radar. But doubts have persisted over its ability to avoid radar detection. Show more

The Hawker Hurricane's place in history has been overshadowed by the Supermarine Spitfire. Historians and former RAF and Luftwaffe pilots testify to the invaluable role the Hurricane played. Show more

The impact of technology on the history of war. This programme looks at the sharpest, strongest blade ever - the samurai sword. Show more

Series chronicling the impact of technology on war. Untested in combat and generally derided, the Harrier proved itself in the Falklands conflict. Show more

Series which chronicles the impact of technology on war focuses on the Bell Huey helicopter, which symbolised the American involvement in Vietnam. Show more

Series chronicling the impact of technology on warfare. How the Soviet T34 tank helped the Red Army fight back against the Germans in World War II. Show more

Series chronicling the impact of technology on war shows how the longbow was a killing machine that could stop an armoured knight in his tracks. Show more

Series chronicling the impact of technology on war focuses on the bayonet, which remained an enduring symbol of British military grit for over 300 years. Show more

Series exploring the impact of technology on war. A look at the decisive role played by the P-51 Mustang in protecting US bombers from German attack. Show more

Initial U-Boat success in strangling the transatlantic supply routes began a battle to protect the Atlantic convoys. The Allies developed sophisticated anti-submarine warfare.