Lock N' Load with R. Lee Ermey (2009)

Episode Overview

In ancient times, when armies faced formidable stone castles, they relied on powerful siege weapons like the massive Ballista and the intimidating Trebuchet. These machines launched enormous stones and incendiary barrels to wreak havoc and breach defenses. The legacy of siege warfare continues today, as modern forces utilize high explosives to eliminate threats. Gunny first unleashes colossal boulders from a historic trebuchet aimed at a castle, then experiments with traditional gunpowder to recreate explosive blasts that once toppled enemy fortifications. Guided by passionate experts who cherish these historical tools, Gunny also explores contemporary bunker-busting techniques used by military engineers to infiltrate enemy strongholds.