Aired Sunday 26 May, 10:30am - 11:00amon Dave Ja Vu

James May's 20th Century

Series 1 Episode 4: Take Cover!

James May investigates some of the most ingenious ideas to emerge from 20th-century warfare. He flies in the RAF's latest supersonic jet as well as a biplane, getting to grips with just how difficult it was for early aviators to hit their targets. James also joins a group of ex-paratroopers to test camouflage painting techniques.

Category
Documentary / History
Original air date
17/07/2007
Cast and crew
  • James May