This episode of "What is this Weapon" celebrates its 100th installment with a live event at the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds, UK. The featured weapon is the Martini Henry grenade launcher, discussed by firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson. The video delves into the weapon's controversial history, its connection to the Western Front in 1915, and its association with a "super villain" backstory. The content also covers early grenade launchers, specific models like the Blanch & Chevallier, and the technical workings of the weapon, concluding with a Q&A session.
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