About this episode
This episode explores the most incredible ancient weapons that existed throughout history.
What’s the most powerful weapon you can think of? Probably some sort of big ol’ gun or bomb, right? But what about weapons that existed hundreds, if not thousands of years ago? What reigned supreme then? Was it truck-sized trebuchets? Ancient flamethrowers? Or what about a giant iron hand capable of capsizing entire ships ? Well, put on your helmets, your body armor, and your water wings if that big hand is anything to go by , because we’re about to explore the most incredible ancient weapons to have ever existed! Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Topics covered
- ancient weapons
- history
- military technology
- documentary
- society
Keywords
- ancient weapons
- trebuchets
- flamethrowers
- military history
- iron hand
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