The Deadly Evolution Of Close Quarter Combat | Weapons That Changed The World

Former Army Ranger Wil Willis, dives deep into the world of Special Forces handguns. From the iconic Colt M1911 to the destructive Desert Eagle, join Wil as he explores the evolution of spec ops weaponry. With insights from former Navy SEAL Joel Lambert and firearms expert Mike Tristano, witness firsthand tests, historical insights, and gripping combat stories. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

Uncover into the impact of anti-tank weaponry, from the legendary RPG to modern marvels like the AT4 and FIM-92 Stinger. Join Wil Willis, a former Army Ranger, as he explores the evolution of these lethal tools and their profound influence on warfare. From World War II to present-day conflicts, witness how these shoulder-mounted rockets have reshaped military strategy and continue to pose a threat to even the most advanced armor. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

No weapon is more feared, or more misunderstood, than the Assault Rifle. And no assault rifle has proved more successful, or more lethal, than the Soviet AK-47. Host Wil Willis tracks the history of this revolutionary firearm. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

How did a single invention change the face of war forever? From the devastating rise of the bomber to the terrifying dawn of the atomic age, aerial warfare completely reshaped World War II. This video explores the deadly evolution of military tech: Germany’s V-weapons, Japan’s desperate kamikaze strikes, the brutal firebombing of Tokyo, and the final nuclear strikes on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Witness how global conflict shifted from remote frontlines directly to civilian cities, erasing the traditional rules of war and casting a dark shadow that still defines global geopolitics today. War Stories is your one-stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. You can find more from us

The Aerial Gatling Gun has the highest rate of fire of any military machine gun in the world. Host Wil Willis flys in an F16 to see the six thousand round a minute Vulcan rip apart targets and fires the Minigun from a helicopter at exploding cars. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

From decisive battles on the Eastern Front to Nazi Germany's final stand in Berlin, witness the shifting tides of war as the German Army faced mounting pressure from all sides. And explore the relentless Soviet advance that culminated in the downfall of Adolf Hitler's regime. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on