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Firepower

Episode Eleven covers the application of military hardware on a massive scale from artillery to bombing. Is the capacity to hit hard and fast, the helicopter came into its own in warfare. the US army was capable of moving a Battalion at any time they needed to by air, and in just a few minutes a couple of battalions if needed. heavy lift helicopters established artillery fire bases in a half a day. recon teams could be drooped into the midst of their territory and patrol back to home. called air mobile warfare. Firepower wins many battles but does not win the war.

English
  • Originally Aired November 12, 1980
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Network CBC
  • Created May 3, 2014 by
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  • Modified November 6, 2025 by
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Name Type Role
Peter Arnett Writer
Richard Basehart Guest Star
Ian McLeod Director