Air Wars

TV Show · Documentary

This docu-series looks into the great battles that took place in the skies during World War II, while revealing the epic struggles that determined the final outcome of the Second World War.

49m

EPISODE 1

The Eastern Front

The story of the savage air battles that took place in Russia. How aircraft played a central role in the eventual defeat of the German ground forces.

49m
EPISODE 2

The Battle of the Atlantic

The Atlantic convoys were vital to Britains very survival during the war. This is the story of the dramatic dogfights over the ocean.

48m
EPISODE 3

Bomber Offensive: Target Germany

The war finally came to Germany in the shape of thousands of tons of bombs dropped from Allied aircraft.

48m
EPISODE 4

The Doolittle Raid

The incredible story of the air raid planned by Lt. Col. 'Jimmy' Doolittle on the Japanese mainland in retaliation for the attack on Pearl Harbor.

49m
EPISODE 5

The Great Marianas Turkey Shoot

The story of how the US took command of the air during the battle in the Pacific, culminating in what became known as the "turkey shoot."

49m
EPISODE 6

Kamikaze: The Divine Wind

This episode looks at the history and tactics of the Kamikaze units and highlights the logistical difficulties faced by the Japanese airforce.

48m

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