Instruments of Death
This gripping series shows how some of history's deadliest weapons were used and how the shaped major events. Through a series of modern experiments, viewers get a close look at the effects of blades and bullets on the human body. Presenters Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks look at how weapons and body armour were developed to inflict the most untreatable, bloody and mortal wounds possible.
- 2012-2012
- 1 season
This gripping series shows how some of history's deadliest weapons were used and how the shaped major events. Through a series of modern experiments, viewers get a close look at the effects of blades and bullets on the human body. Presenters Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks look at how weapons and body armour were developed to inflict the most untreatable, bloody and mortal wounds possible.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2012
Episode 1
The English Civil War: The Battle of Naseby, 1645
50 mins
Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks explore how weapons and body armor were developed, beginning with a look at the impact of the 1645 Battle of Naseby during the English Civil War.
Episode 2
The War of the Roses: The Battle of Towton
49 mins
Presenters Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks continue their look at how weapons and body armor were developed, taking a look at the impact of the Battle of Towton during the War of the Roses.
Episode 3
The Norman Invasion: The Battle of Hastings
Episode 4
The Great War: The Somme
50 mins
Karl Ude-Martinez investigates weapons used during 1916's Battle of the Somme, including machine guns and poison gas
Episode 5
Queen Boudica's Revolt: The Battle of Watling Street
Episode 6