War & Plunder: Battles that Shaped the World

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  • 2018
  • 1 Season

War & Plunder: Battles that Shaped the World is an enthralling and informative historical documentary series produced by MagellanTV, which delves deep into some of the most impactful and influential battles that have shaped the world we live in today. Covering a wide range of battles from different eras and continents, the series offers a fascinating insight into the strategies, tactics, and technologies used by armies throughout history to gain the upper hand on the battlefield.

Each episode of War & Plunder is packed with fascinating information, breathtaking visuals, and expert analysis from leading historians, archaeologists, and military experts. The series covers some of the most significant battles in human history, such as the Battle of Waterloo, the Battle of Stalingrad, and the Battle of Midway, and provides a detailed examination of the tactics, weaponry, and leadership that helped shape these historic conflicts.

The series is divided into eight episodes, each focusing on a different aspect of warfare and featuring a range of battles from different eras in history. The first episode, titled 'The Footsoldier', explores the role of infantry in warfare and features battles such as Agincourt, Culloden, and the Battle of Isandlwana. The second episode, titled 'The Knight', focuses on the role of cavalry in warfare and covers battles such as Waterloo and the Charge of the Light Brigade.

The third episode, titled 'The General', examines the art of leadership in battle, offering insights into the tactics and strategies used by some of history's greatest military minds, such as Alexander the Great and Napoleon Bonaparte. The fourth episode, titled 'The Cannon', delves into the impact of artillery on warfare and features battles such as Leuctra, Rossbach, and Borodino.

The fifth episode, titled 'The Rifle', explores the impact of firearms on warfare, from the musket to the modern assault rifle, featuring battles such as the Battle of Saratoga and the Battle of Gettysburg. The sixth episode, titled 'The Tank', looks at the evolution of armored warfare and features battles such as the Battle of Cambrai and the Battle of Kursk.

The seventh episode, titled 'The Airplane', examines the impact of aerial warfare on the modern battlefield, from the first air combat to the age of stealth technology, featuring battles such as the Battle of Britain and the Gulf War. The final episode, titled 'The Carrier', covers the role of naval warfare in the modern world, featuring battles such as the Battle of Trafalgar and the Battle of Midway.

War & Plunder: Battles that Shaped the World is a must-watch for history buffs, military enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the fascinating and often brutal history of human warfare. The series offers a comprehensive and engaging look at some of the most significant battles in history, from the weapons used to the tactics employed, and the leadership that helped to shape the course of world events. With stunning visuals, expert analysis, and a wealth of information, War & Plunder is a captivating and enlightening series from MagellanTV that will leave viewers with a new appreciation for the power and impact of human conflict.

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6. The Battle of Hood and Bismarck
April 2, 2018
It was the greatest sea battle of World War II. The Hood was built before the first world war, a modern British galleon designed to outrun and outgun any enemy. The Bismark was Germany's answer, a defensive naval masterpiece. The battle ended in the destruction of both warships and claimed the lives of almost 3,500 men. Now, scientists and historians are on a quest to resurrect them from the deep.
Captain Morgan's Mystery Ships
5. Captain Morgan's Mystery Ships
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Morgan virtually ran a private pirate fleet in the Caribbean up until his death in 1688. We bring to life the most colorful period of Western history thanks to a discovery that could be the maritime equivalent of the Valley of the Kings.
Tobago 1677
4. Tobago 1677
April 2, 2018
Explore a dramatic moment in Caribbean and world history, when European nations battled for domination of the New World. Three centuries later, examine the remains of twenty French & Dutch battleships that now lie at the bottom of Scarborough Harbor.
Royal Wreck of Gold
3. Royal Wreck of Gold
April 2, 2018
When the steam clipper "The Royal Charter" was wrecked off the British coast, it took an unbelievable 460 passengers and 80 million Australian dollars with it. Now, for the first time, unearth the secrets of The Royal Charter.
Trafalgar
2. Trafalgar
April 2, 2018
This historical drama takes us back to one of the great battles in naval history. It took place in 1805 during the great Napoleonic Wars and pitted the British Royal Navy against the combined fleets of Spain and France. In one of the most decisive engagements ever, the Royal Navy lost only one ship while sinking 22 French and Spanish warships. It put an end to Napoleon's plan to invade England.
Broadside: Emerging Empires Collide
1. Broadside: Emerging Empires Collide
April 2, 2018
Throughout the 17th century, the Dutch and English fought a series of deadly and costly wars over which country would dominate world trade for the next two centuries. They waged massive sea battles in Europe and embarked on violent raids from Asia to Africa and North America. This dramatic film takes its name from warships of the time, with batteries of cannons and guns on each side of the hull.
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