Instruments of Death

Episode 2

The War of the Roses: The Battle of Towton

Presenters Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks continue their look at how weapons and body armor were developed, taking a look at the impact of the Battle of Towton during the War of the Roses.

Episode 3

The Norman Invasion: The Battle of Hastings

Presenters Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks continue their look at how weapons and body armour were developed, investigating the part played by Danish battle axes, Saxon shields and Norman lances during the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

Episode 4

The Great War: The Somme

Karl Ude-Martinez investigates weapons used during 1916's Battle of the Somme, including machine guns and poison gas.

Episode 5

Queen Boudica's Revolt: The Battle of Watling Street

Military combat specialists Karl Ude-Martinez and Kevin Hicks investigate the British uprising against the Roman army, examining how swords, spears and body armour were developed. Plus, how battlefield wounds were treated on the frontlines.

Episode 6

The Napoleonic Wars: The Battle of Waterloo 1815

Kevin Hicks and Karl Ude-Martinez test a cannon, grenade and Brown Bess musket as they explore what it was like to face a Napoleonic charge.