Heroes of Aviation DVD

Take to the skies with courageous military pilots of the past century - from the early fliers of WWI to the amazing aerial acrobats of today. This exciting 10-part documentary series combines thrilling combat footage extraordinary stories of daring and eye-opening first-hand interviews with those who risk their lives in the cockpit. Go deep behind enemy lines and experience the crews' heroic efforts. Plus get an up-close look at more than 200 historic aircraft. Historical events covered include: The Great War WWII The Vietnam War The Gulf War and more. Featuring superb... footage of real aerial combat and more than 200 aircraft from fighters bombers and jets. Meet the men and women - and the remarkable aircraft - that helped shape history by determining the outcome of critical military battles. Episodes Comprise: 1. The Blenheim Bomber Story: (Narrated by Raymond Baxter) A nostalgic and heart warming story of a forgotten bomber. 2. Mach Masters - Tornado & F-15: (Narrated by Edward Woodward) A fast and furious insight into the exploits of these defenders of our time. 3. WWII (Presented by Shane Rimmer) A truly definitive documentary blending original footage and modern commentary. 4. The Two Greatest Bombers Of World War II (Narrated by Edward Woodward) A superb blend of men and machines courage and honour told in this definitive documentary film. 5. The Two Greatest Fighters Of World War II (Spitfire & Mustang) (Narrated by Robert Powell) A truly definitive documentary film bringing to life these two heroic legends of the skies. 6. Super Jet Age (Presented by Shane Rimmer) A new breed of machine a new breed of pilot... This was the dawning of the jet age. 7. Aircraft Carrier At War 1910-1945 (Presented by Peter Woods and narrated by Saul Reichlin) The ultimate guide to the history of the aircraft carrier. 8. Aircraft Carrier Enters The Jet Age (1945 - present) (Presented by Peter Woods and narrated by Saul Reichlin) A defined history blending stunning visuals and a superb narrative script. 9. Against All Odds - The Guinea Pig Story (Presented by Alan Carr and narrated by Saul Reichlin) One day someone will tell the story of the Guinea Pigs the way it should be told - Here it is! 10. Behind Enemy Skies (Narrated by Saul Reichlin) What happened to the airfields and aircraft was only a prelude to what was coming next. [show more]

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