Modern marvels. Battle gear /
Take an in-depth tour of duty that explores the armor and weapons that have made a foot soldier's job possible throughout the ages. From battle armor to bubble gum, you might be surprised by what soldiers have carried into battle. See what they'll be carrying in future wars. Discover how w...
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| Format: | Video DVD |
| Language: | English |
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[United States] :
History Channel ;
[2005]
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| Series: | Modern marvels.
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| Summary: | Take an in-depth tour of duty that explores the armor and weapons that have made a foot soldier's job possible throughout the ages. From battle armor to bubble gum, you might be surprised by what soldiers have carried into battle. See what they'll be carrying in future wars. Discover how weapons and equipment are developed - from the gladius of Ancient Rome to today's M16 assault rifles, infrared scopes, and biological-weapons protection. See how body armor has evolved from medieval times, through WWI and WWII, to the technological innovations that shield today's land warriors. |
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| Item Description: | Originally broadcast on television in 2004. Videorecording. |
| Physical Description: | 1 videodisc (45 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Format: | DVD; region 1; full screen (1.33:1) presentation; Dolby Digital stereo. |
| Audience: | MPAA rating: Not rated. |
| Production Credits: | Camera, Deborah Brown ... [et al.] ; animation, Doug Whitney ; editor, Lou Laprocido ; music, Alan Ett. |
| ISBN: | 0767078829 9780767078825 |