GROUND WAR

                                                                                                                                                                                           Wednesday, May 19th at 9:00 p.m. 

This four-part series explores the key technological advances that have defined ground warfare through the ages. From the gladius to the AK47, from the chariot to the tank, from the trebuchet to the howitzer, and from the battle ramp to the star fort, the series follows the fascinating punch and counterpunch of battle tactics and new technologies. With classic examples like the stirrup and lesser known innovations like the gunner’s quadrant, the series reveals how even the smallest innovations can have a wide ranging effect on the way wars are fought. Take a look inside