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WW2 wEAPONS & AVIATION TECHNOLOGICAL
DEVELOPMENT
Videos are available in VHS video
Pal Format and DVD (region 1 US and Canada) format. The
products will be shipped from the USA and delivered to
your door by the US based company "Historic Aviation".
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The V-2 Rocket - DVD-R
This British-made film examines the German V2 rocket.
You'll get complete details of how this super-deadly
device worked, see launch shots, and learn the effects
of its supersonic impacts. You'll even sit in on discussions
about how far this technology might have progressed
had WWII continued. Could the Germans ultimately have
attacked the United States? 40 min. DVD-R. |
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The V-2 Rocket - VHS
Video
This British-made film examines the German V2 rocket.
You'll get complete details of how this super-deadly
device worked, see launch shots, and learn the effects
of its supersonic impacts. You'll even sit in on discussions
about how far this technology might have progressed
had WWII continued. Could the Germans ultimately have
attacked the United States? 40 min. VHS. |
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Brute Force: Fighters
- VHS Video
This is an historic exploration of the dramatic evolution
of the fighter airplane from the wood and canvas biplanes
of WWI to the Stealth fighter jets of Desert Storm.
You'll witness the Wright Brothers' first flight at
Kittyhawk and the precision attacks on Baghdad. You'll
hear pilots discuss their experiences as they meet
their enemy in air-to-air combat in these, the most
agile weapons of war. Hosted by George C. Scott. 48
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Luftwaffe - 1946
- VHS Video
An eye-opening look at the weapons the Germans were
working on at the close of WWII. See rare footage
of the first-ever flight of the Me 262, find out how
captured technology helped the U.S. develop post-war
weapons, and see footage of U.S.-made V-1 "buzzbombs"
being tested for use against Japan. Filled with previously
classified footage, this is a compelling look at the
last-ditch efforts of a dying regime. 50 min. |
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Secret Russian Aircraft
of World War II
- VHS Video
See how, despite ever-present danger from Stalin's
purges, Soviet designers mastered astonishing technical
hurdles. Rare footage, photos and plans show their
creations: a swept-wing delta design, a rocket-powered
fighter, a flying tank prototype, a submarine-bomber
combination, a canard-wing aircraft, and others. Learn
which of their designs made it into production and
which inspired their successors to greater heights.
50 minutes. |
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History Undercover:
Secret Japanese Aircraft WWII
- VHS Video
Follow the development of the Japanese aircraft industry
from its famous A6M Zero to the top-secret programs
under development at war's end. You'll see how close
Japan was to unveiling rocket and jet-powered planes
based on German designs, and though they were too
late to help in the war effort, those projects proved
their worth, helping to launch the post-war Japanese
rocket program. 50 minutes. |
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The Nazi Bomb
In Search of History - VHS Video
With their money, equipment, natural resources and
scientists, Nazi Germany was a leader in atomic research…
yet they never succeeded in developing the A-bomb.
Examine their project through documents, rare photos
and interviews centering on the work of Nobel Laureate
physicist Werner Heisenberg. Did he mislead his superiors
about the difficulties involved in building a bomb,
or did he simply lose the race to the scientists at
Los Alamos? 50 minutes. |
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Battle Stations:
Messerschmitt 262
- VHS Video
Race for the Jet. Video chronicles the story of the
race to develop the world's first jet fighter. It
was a battle between two pioneers - one, working in
Britain, had to overcome government indifference,
while the other, a German, enjoyed the full support
of the Nazi war machine. Through interviews with engineers
who worked on the projects and the recollections of
the men who flew and fought against the Me 262, the
race that had the potential to turn the tide of WWII
comes alive. 50 minutes. |
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WWII German Helicopter
Footage - DVD
Shot by WWI German Ace and Blue Max winner Ernst Udet,
this is rare, narration-free film of FL184, FL265
and FL282 helicopters. Shot between 1938 and 1941,
the clips show early landings aboard ship, high-speed
maneuvers, early rescue of downed pilots and more.
Due to the technology of the day, some clips are rough.
Also includes factory shots and amateur films of the
1956 Farnsworth Airshow. B&W, 47 minutes. |
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WWII German Helicopter
Footage - VHS Video
Shot by WWI German Ace and Blue Max winner Ernst Udet,
this is rare, narration-free film of FL184, FL265
and FL282 helicopters. Shot between 1938 and 1941,
the clips show early landings aboard ship, high-speed
maneuvers, early rescue of downed pilots and more.
Due to the technology of the day, some clips are rough.
Also includes factory shots and amateur films of the
1956 Farnsworth Airshow. B&W, 47 minutes. |
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America's Military Museums
- VHS Video
This exciting video tour focuses on the bizarre, the
awesome, and the moving tributes of nine great American
military museums. Many of these museums rival the
impressive galleries of the Smithsonian in their presentation
of weapons, armored vehicles and aircraft. But without
fanfare and publicity, they often remain hidden treasures.
Historical footage, animated maps, and travel information
are just a few of the bonuses also included on the
video. Approx. 45 min. |
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Guns of the Sky
Tales of the Gun
- VHS Video
Hop in the cockpit for a daring century-long ride
through the history of aircraft weaponry - from the
first handgun fired from a biplane to today's most
advanced tank-busting rapid-fire guns. Features interviews
with Chuck Yeager, Korean ace Major Frederick Blesse
and pilots from Desert Storm and Kosovo. Also includes
footage of the historic "Red Flag" exercises,
when German pilots flew Soviet MiGs in simulated combat
at Nellis Air Force base. 50 min. |
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Nova: Battle of the X-Planes
- VHS Video
Take an inside look at the competition between
Boeing's Phantom Works and Lockheed Martin's Skunk
Works to create the Joint Strike Fighter - America's
next generation stealthy attack aircraft serving the
Air Force, Navy, and Marines. Join military brass,
aviation engineers and test pilots as they reveal
the breakthrough designs, heartbreaking setbacks,
adrenaline-fueled test flights, and the final decision
- the winner of the biggest contract in military history.
2 hours. |
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Nova: Battle of the X-Planes
- DVD
Take an inside look at the competition between
Boeing's Phantom Works and Lockheed Martin's Skunk
Works to create the Joint Strike Fighter - America's
next generation stealthy attack aircraft serving the
Air Force, Navy, and Marines. Join military brass,
aviation engineers and test pilots as they reveal
the breakthrough designs, heartbreaking setbacks,
adrenaline-fueled test flights, and the final decision
- the winner of the biggest contract in military history.
2 hours. |
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Modern Marvels:
Hangars - VHS Video
They are the largest enclosed structures on
earth, massive buildings that make the modern aeronautic
industry possible, designed to house and protect every
imaginable type of plane, rocket and air ship. This
video explores the rich history of these enormous
spaces, many of which have remained in constant use
for decades. Go back to the days of the airship, and
you'll see images of the very first hangar, which
was built on a German lake. Walk the flattest floor
in the world, at Boeing's Delta Four rocket hangar.
Tour the massive NASA facility that was once home
to the Saturn V moon rockets and now houses the Space
Shuttle. The future of hangars is suggested by Germany's
Cargolifter structure, big enough to enclose the Superdome.
Get a multi-faceted look at hangars through extensive
footage, site visits and interviews with industry
executives, architects and the men and women who work
in the massive structures. 50 minutes. |
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Modern Marvels:
Jet Engines - VHS Video
They debuted in the waning days of World War II, as
a stunning new fighter plane arrived too late to help
the Nazi cause. In the half century since then, they
have revolutionized transportation and brought the
world closer together. Modern Marvels uses extensive
footage, computer animation and interviews with pilots,
scientists and industry insiders to tell the powerful
story of Jet Engines. From the secret Nazi attempts
to develop a revolutionary weapon to the Stealth fighter
and beyond, the program introduces the men and technology
that have pushed the jet ever forward. Visit the famed
"Skunkworks" at Lockheed Martin, where America's
first jet was developed, and get a behind-the-scenes
look at famous jets like the U-2 spy plane and the
brand new F-22 fighter. Witness some of aviation's
most historic moments, and get a glimpse of what the
future holds for this workhorse of the modern world.
50 min. |
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Empires of Industry:
War Planes of WWII
- VHS Video
They had names like the Liberator, Flying Fortress,
Wildcat and even Goony Bird. Over 300,000 of them
were built in just a few short years, essentially
creating one of the largest industries in America
from scratch. They are the War Planes of World War
II. From the factory floor to enthusiast's clubs today,
this is a comprehensive look at the American planes
that helped win the war. Archival footage shows them
under construction and in action in dogfights, bomb
runs and vital transport missions. Aviation experts
tell how so many planes were made so quickly, and
detail how the lessons learned during the war helped
create the aviation industry as we know it. And strap
into the cockpits of lovingly restored World War II
warplanes for an exciting flight into history, as
hobbyists keep these legendary machines alive and
in the air. Filled with rare footage and revealing
interviews, this is the dramatic chronicle of the
fiery birth of one of America's great industries,
and a loving look at the sensational planes that made
it. 50 min. |
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The FREE book is a $13.95 value |
Runways - VHS Video &
FREE Airport Book
Runways.
What do you think about when you gaze out the window
as your plane takes off? Probably not about the least
heralded part of our infrastructure - airport runways.
But runways play a vital role as the backbone of aviation.
They're where rubber meets road and land gives way
to sky. Did you know that some airports train falcons
to keep little birds from becoming a hazard to the
big, shiny birds? Take an engrossing look at the brawny
concrete and asphalt runways that make aviation possible.
50 minutes.
The Airport: Planes, People, Triumphs & Disasters
at John F. Kennedy Airport. Kaplan. Go "inside"
the sprawling JFK Int'l to expose the lifeblood of
a major metropolitan airport. Hear first-hand accounts
from administrators, technicians, crime investigators,
pilots and skycaps of the unique jobs and situations
at the airport. Learn of the crucial role that deregulation
played in shaping today's airline industry. This is
truly a panoramic, intimately detailed and highly
personal view of the world of flying, and of a fabled
airport's inner life, which even the most seasoned
travelers never get to see. 278 pgs., 6"x 9",
sfbd. ! |
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Modern Marvels:
Private Planes - VHS Video
Take to the air with the dedicated pilots and
weekend flyers who guide their private planes to whatever
destination captures their fancy. We'll go into the
hangars and visit the tiny airfields that are at the
heart of this world, and trace the development of
the machines from the "Jenny" to Lear jets.
Air aficionados reveal how their passion has been
transformed over the years by everything from advancing
technology and the availability of surplus military
aircraft to legislative changes and the unstoppable
passion of those who seek the freedom of the skies.
50 min. |
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Modern Marvels:
Private Jets - VHS Video
Venture back to 1957 when Lockheed's Jetstar
created a new branch of aviation, and trace the evolution
of the exclusive machines to their present status
as the preferred transportation for movie stars and
CEOs. You'll go to the drawing board and factory floor
to see the latest offerings from such famous makers
as Piper and Learjet, and climb into the cockpit to
explore the high-flying obsessions of jet enthusiasts.
You'll even get pointers on buying one of your own!
100 min. |
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Weapons at War:
Air Defense
- VHS Video
In World War I, aviation was in its infancy, and
soldiers on the ground had virtually no way to defend
themselves against attack from above. Today, amazing
weapons and detection systems are capable of identifying
and downing planes before they even become visible
to their intended targets. Air Defense tells the
story of the radar, rockets and anti-aircraft guns
that are at the heart of the systems that defend
against airborne attacks. Go into the top-secret
British labs where radar was developed and see combat
footage shot onboard ships under attack in the Pacific
during World War II. Then, trace the development
of anti-aircraft technology through the Korean and
Vietnam Wars before getting an in-depth look at
the ultra-modern systems that were deployed in the
Gulf War. Combat footage and interviews with the
soldiers who are charged with clearing the skies
of enemies make this an authoritative, compelling
look at Air Defense. 50 min. |
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Weapons at War:
The Jet Age -
VHS Video
Towards the end of World War II, the struggling
Nazi war machine unleashed one more formidable weapon
in a last-ditch effort to prevent the inevitable.
The new Messerschmidt fighter was powered by jet
engines, and only its late introduction prevented
it from making a significant impact in the outcome
of World War II. Nevertheless, it proved that the
age of propeller-driven fighting aircraft was over.
The Jet Age chronicles the development of jet technology
and its impact on the world's air forces. Take to
the skies over Korea with the first pilots to become
aces piloting jet fighters, and get an up-close
look at today's most advanced aircraft. Pilots talk
about what it is like to fly these computerized,
mach-speed planes, and dramatic footage from training
and combat shows them in action. From the last days
of World War II to the 21st century, this is a revealing
look at the fighting planes of The Jet Age. 50 min. |
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Weapons at War :
Video Set 17 Volumes
- VHS Video
Examine the evolution of modern weaponry through this
thrilling video series produced by the History Channel!
15 volume collection covers airships to aircraft carriers,
helicopters to bombers, and so much more. You get
to see the aircraft in action, hear interviews with
the participants, and get in the cockpit to feel what
it was really like to be there. For an easy way to
build a wonderful video library, this can't be beat!
Each volume is approximately 50 min. |
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Modern Marvels:
Breaking the Sound Barrier - VHS Video
In 1947, Chuck Yeager flew faster than the
speed of sound, opening up a new era in aviation.
But his feat was made possible by the daring of other
pilots who are largely forgotten today. Through extensive
footage, in-depth explanations of the challenges,
and the recollections of the pilots, fabricators and
engineers involved, this video presents the full story.
From the labs to the skies, trace the effort that
propelled aviation into the future. 50 minutes. |
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History Undercover:
Soviet Top Secret Weapons
During the Cold War, the Soviet's poured millions
into new weapons. With paranoia about U.S. superiority
at its height, every idea stood a chance, and the
military-industrial complex incubated ambitious, but
often unfeasible plans. This video examines the M-256
submarine and its secret Quebec propulsion system,
and the Ekranoplan - a secret aircraft capable of
carrying soldiers or missiles over great distances,
at high speeds and under radar detection. 50 minutes. |
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Secret Luftwaffe Aircraft
WWII - VHS Video
German engineers and scientists helped create the
most advanced air force in the world. But even more
incredible were the planes they didn't have time to
build: jet fighters, VTOL aircraft, swept-wing planes...
even a long-range bomber to drop a nuclear device
on the U.S.! Filled with expert interviews, archival
footage and computer creations, this is a fascinating
look at some of the most innovative weapons of all
time. 50 min |
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