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.
Guadalcanal Campaign
A major battle in the Pacific Theater of World War II, fought on the island of Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands from August 1942 to February 1943. The campaign involved intense fighting between American and Japanese forces, with the Americans ultimately securing victory.
Guided Missiles in World War II
Early forms of guided missiles used during World War II, such as the German V-1 and V-2 rockets, were primarily used for strategic bombing and were relatively primitive compared to modern missile technology.
Gunboat Diplomacy in World War II
The practice of using military force or the threat of force to achieve political objectives. Gunboat diplomacy was employed by various nations during World War II, particularly in the Pacific Theater, to exert influence over weaker nations.
Gurkhas in World War II
Elite Nepalese soldiers who fought for the British Army during World War II. Known for their bravery and skill in close combat, Gurkhas served in various theaters of war and played a significant role in many battles.
Gs. 159 (159th Squadron)
A Luftwaffe squadron that could have been involved in the support of other branches of the German military.
Gs. 160 (160th Squadron)
A Luftwaffe squadron that might have been known for its specific unit history or legacy.
Gs. 149 (149th Squadron)
A Luftwaffe squadron that could have been involved in the development or use of new technology or equipment.