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Season 1 Episode 9: The Pilum/World War 2 Radios/First Rockets

Next episode, discover how ancient Roman engineers designed the pilum, a powerful projectile capable of piercing even the strongest armor. The episode also explores the development of battlefield communication, from early army radios in World War II to modern-day technology. Additionally, learn a...

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Tank/Gatling Gun/Samurai Sword

1. Tank/Gatling Gun/Samurai Sword

Aired: Aug 4, 2002

Military life is put under the spotlight as R. Lee Ermey shares his personal ...

Episode 2 Knights Armor/WWI Backpack/landmine

2. Knights Armor/WWI Backpack/landmine

Aired: Aug 11, 2002

A mysterious array of ancient artifacts is unearthed, prompting our heroes to...

Episode 3 Flak Vest/Medieval Crossbows/WWI Pilots

3. Flak Vest/Medieval Crossbows/WWI Pilots

Aired: Aug 18, 2002

Unconventional tactics used by warriors and pilots from history are explored ...

Episode 4 Civil War Cannoneers/Night Vision/Clearing a Minefield

4. Civil War Cannoneers/Night Vision/Clearing a Minefield

Aired: Aug 25, 2002

In the next episode, the focus turns to military precision as experts delve i...

Episode 5 Landing Craft (LCAC)/U.S. Cavalry Saddles/Gas Masks

5. Landing Craft (LCAC)/U.S. Cavalry Saddles/Gas Masks

Aired: Sep 1, 2002

The next episode uncovers the secrets of a revolutionary amphibious vehicle, ...

Episode 6 Mortars/WWII G'I's Personal Items/Native-American Arrows

6. Mortars/WWII G'I's Personal Items/Native-American Arrows

Aired: Sep 8, 2002

A group of airships, equipped with cannons and rifles, clash with a formidabl...

Episode 7 Re-Fueling a Fighter Jet/Naval Signal Flags/GI Chow

7. Re-Fueling a Fighter Jet/Naval Signal Flags/GI Chow

Aired: Sep 15, 2002

The next episode delves into the complex realm of military logistics, showcas...

Episode 8 Revolutionary War Musket/Jousting/Foxholes

8. Revolutionary War Musket/Jousting/Foxholes

Aired: Sep 22, 2002

In the next episode, viewers will be treated to a high-energy showcase of Rev...

Episode 9 The Pilum/World War 2 Radios/First Rockets

9. The Pilum/World War 2 Radios/First Rockets

Aired: Sep 29, 2002

Next episode, discover how ancient Roman engineers designed the pilum, a powe...

Episode 10 Ninja Weapons/Flamethrowers/Military Dogs

10. Ninja Weapons/Flamethrowers/Military Dogs

Aired: Oct 5, 2002

Japanese Ninja will be featured, showcasing their deadly weapons and tactics....

Episode 11 Grenades/Dog Tags/Dinner in a Pouch

11. Grenades/Dog Tags/Dinner in a Pouch

Aired: Oct 7, 2002

Episode 12 The Jeep/HIMARS/Hurricane Hunters

12. The Jeep/HIMARS/Hurricane Hunters

Aired: Oct 21, 2002

Episode 13 Future Gear/Marine Camouflage/Army's New Armored Vehicle

13. Future Gear/Marine Camouflage/Army's New Armored Vehicle

Aired: Oct 28, 2002

Tomorrow's battlefields will see US Marines equipped with innovative camoufla...

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Info about Mail Call

Seasons: 8

Current Status: Ended

Network: History

Genres:Comedy, War, Documentary, History