Nazi Megastructures: America's War
A look at some of America's most important battles during World War II and the unprecedented innovation that occurred during the conflict that followed Pearl Harbour.
- 2019-2019
- 1 season
- National Geographic
- Documentary, Drama, Action & Adventure
A look at some of America's most important battles during World War II and the unprecedented innovation that occurred during the conflict that followed Pearl Harbour.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2019
Episode 1
Pearl Harbour
44 mins
The surprise air attack on Pearl Harbor, revealing how it required months of secret preparation, innovations in torpedo design, and clever counter-intelligence.
Episode 2
Japan's Warrior Code
44 mins
In June 1944, the battle for Saipan is the ultimate test of the magastructure underpinning Japan's forces in World War II: the warrior mindset.
Episode 3
D-Day
Spring 1944: With D-Day approaching, the Germans aim to reinforce their coastal defences, but the Allies have some ingenious tricks up their sleeves.
Episode 4
Japan's Island Of Death
44 mins
Japanese soldiers construct an island-wide structure on Peleliu in 1944, creating a killing zone that results in the deaths of thousands.
Episode 5
Hitler's Final Offensive
44 mins
Hitler's final throw of the dice to win World War II - a surprise winter attack against the Allies least defended front line - the Ardennes. Spearheaded by SS Panzer Tiger tanks, the Germans try to cut the Allied forces in two and destroy them. The Germans ruthless advance results in the worst war crimes ever committed against Americans. For the Americans, it's the bloodiest battle of the war.
Episode 6
Fortress Japan
44 mins
In their battle to repel American forces, the Japanese turn their home islands into a fortress and unleash a terrifying new weapon: suicide bombers.
