White Rabbit Project Season 1 Episode 3 Crazy WW2 Weapons
- December 9, 2016
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The White Rabbit Project season 1 episode 3, titled "Crazy WW2 Weapons," dives into the history of peculiar weapons invented during World War II. The episode is hosted by Kari Byron, Tory Belleci, and Grant Imahara, former cast members of the popular TV show Mythbusters.
The hosts explore the weapons developed by both the Axis and Allies during the war. They showcase some of the most bizarre weapons used during the conflict, including the Bat Bomb, a device that used bats with incendiary bombs attached to them to create a massive firestorm; the Krummlauf, a bent rifle barrel that allowed soldiers to shoot around corners; and the Landkreuzer P. 1000 Ratte, a massive tank that was over 300 ft long.
The episode also dives into the history of the flamethrower, a weapon that was used in both World War I and II. The hosts explore the origins of the weapon, its effectiveness on the battlefield, and the dangers associated with using it.
Throughout the episode, the hosts provide insightful commentary and humor as they discuss each weapon. Kari Byron showcases her engineering skills by building a replica of the Krummlauf rifle, while Tory Belleci puts his pyrotechnic expertise to use by creating a demonstration on how flamethrowers were used in the war.
The hosts also meet with experts on World War II weapons and history, including a collector who has amassed a collection of rare weapons and a historian who provides insight into the significance of each weapon on the outcome of the war.
The episode concludes with the hosts ranking the weapons based on their effectiveness and novelty. They provide an entertaining and informative look into the history of World War II weapons and their impact on the conflict.