Modern Marvels: WWII

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Modern Marvels: WWII

2026

1 Seasons

3 Episodes

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Explore the greatest machines, most impactful weapons, and groundbreaking innovations of WWII, shining a light on the engineering and technological advances that shaped the course of the conflict and continue to influence our world today.

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Moose Warywoda

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Showrunner: Rob O'Brien
David Doyle

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