Sturmartillerie: Germany's Forgotten Firepower

As Nazi Germany’s Blitzkrieg strategy tore through Poland, France, and the Soviet Union, its fast-moving Panzer Grenadiers needed more than just tanks—they needed firepower that could keep up. Enter the Sturmartillerie: mobile artillery built to follow the front line.
This episode explores the rise of Germany’s self-propelled guns, from the nimble Wespe and the powerful Hummel to the monstrous Karl-Gerät super mortars. Discover how these machines reshaped battlefield tactics and supported the Wehrmacht's rapid advances across Europe.

With rare archival footage from German, Russian, and Allied sources, and insights from leading historians like David Fletcher and Dr William Atwater, this is a deep dive into the heavy metal backbone of Blitzkrieg. Featured vehicles include the Wirbelwind, Goliath, and more.

Tanks! is a gripping documentary series that explores the rise of armoured warfare during the Second World War. From their early development to their pivotal role on the battlefield, the series charts the evolution of the tank as a decisive weapon of modern combat. With dramatic archive footage, expert analysis, and detailed reconstructions, Tanks! examines the machines, the men who commanded them, and the battles they helped shape. This series offers a powerful insight into the brutal reality of armoured warfare in one of history’s most destructive conflicts.