Gl. 5 (B-25 Mitchell Bomber)
An American medium bomber extensively used during World War II. It was known for its versatility and was employed in a variety of roles, including strategic bombing, ground attack, and reconnaissance. The B-25 is particularly famous for its role in the Doolittle Raid on Tokyo.
Gk. 37 (Blitzkrieg)
Blitzkrieg, meaning ‘lightning war,’ was a German military doctrine used during World War II. It emphasized rapid, mechanized attacks using tanks, aircraft, and motorized infantry to overwhelm enemy defenses and achieve decisive breakthroughs.
Gl. 6 (F4F Wildcat Fighter)
An American carrier-based fighter aircraft used extensively in the early stages of World War II. It was known for its rugged construction and was primarily deployed in the Pacific Theater. The Wildcat played a crucial role in the Battle of Midway and other key battles.
Gk. 38 (Island Hopping)
Island hopping was a military strategy used by the United States during World War II in the Pacific theater. It involved capturing key islands in the Pacific, bypassing heavily fortified islands, and using them as bases to launch further attacks.
Gk. 39 (Strategic Bombing)
Strategic bombing was a military tactic used during World War II to target enemy industrial centers, transportation networks, and other vital infrastructure, aiming to cripple their war effort and force their surrender.
Gk. 42 (Total War)
Total war refers to a conflict in which all available resources, including civilian populations, are mobilized for the war effort. World War II was a prime example of total war, with widespread civilian casualties and significant economic impact.
Gk. 44 (Propaganda)
Propaganda refers to the use of information, ideas, or rumors to influence public opinion and behavior, often to promote a particular cause or ideology. It was widely used during World War II by all sides to rally support for the war effort and demonize the enemy.
Gk. 45 (U-Boat)
A German submarine used extensively during World War II, primarily for attacking Allied shipping in the Atlantic Ocean. These submarines were known for their effectiveness and the fear they instilled in Allied sailors.
Gk. 46 (Battleship Yamato)
The largest battleship ever built, the Yamato was a symbol of Japanese naval power during World War II. Despite its size and firepower, it was sunk by American aircraft in 1945.
Gk. 47 (Spitfire Mark V)
A legendary British fighter aircraft that played a crucial role in the Battle of Britain. The Mark V variant featured improved performance and firepower, making it a formidable opponent against the Luftwaffe.