Gv. 100 (Type 100)

A Japanese heavy tank prototype developed during World War II, designed to counter Allied tanks like the Sherman. It featured a powerful 105mm gun and thick armor but was never mass-produced due to war-related production constraints.

Gv. 2000 (Type 2000)

A hypothetical Japanese super-heavy tank that was planned but never built during World War II. It was intended to have a massive size and firepower, with a 150mm gun and thick armor, but the project was abandoned due to logistical and technical challenges.

Gv. 40 (Type 40)

A Japanese medium tank developed during World War II, featuring a 57mm gun and sloped armor. It was intended to replace the older Type 97 Chi-Ha but was produced in limited numbers due to wartime production difficulties.

Guerrilla Warfare in the Pacific

The use of guerrilla tactics by Allied and Axis forces in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Guerrilla warfare was particularly prevalent in islands like New Guinea and the Philippines, where terrain and jungle warfare favored unconventional tactics.

Gv. 1 (Type 1)

A series of Japanese tankettes produced during World War II, known for their small size and maneuverability. They were used in various roles, including reconnaissance and light combat, but were vulnerable to heavier enemy vehicles.

Gunboat Diplomacy in the Pacific

The use of naval power by the United States and Japan during World War II to exert influence over other nations in the Pacific region. Gunboat diplomacy often involved the display of military force or the threat of force to achieve political objectives.

Gv. 2 (Type 2)

A series of Japanese light tanks produced during World War II, known for their speed and agility. They were used in various roles, including reconnaissance, infantry support, and light combat, but were also vulnerable to heavier enemy vehicles.

Guided Missiles in the Pacific

The limited use of guided missiles by Japan in the Pacific Theater during World War II. While Japan developed some experimental guided missiles, their technology was not as advanced as that of the Germans, and they had a minimal impact on the course of the war.

Gunships in the Pacific

The use of heavily armed gunships by both the Allied and Axis forces in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Gunships were employed for coastal defense, riverine warfare, and providing fire support during amphibious landings, particularly in the islands of the Pacific.

Guarding the Skies

The role of air defense systems during World War II, such as anti-aircraft guns and fighter aircraft, in protecting cities and military installations from enemy air attacks. Air defense played a vital role in deterring enemy bombing raids and protecting vital assets.