Gk. 31 (Panzerschreck)
The Panzerschreck was a German anti-tank rocket launcher that was introduced during World War II as a more powerful and reusable alternative to the Panzerfaust. It was known for its effectiveness against Allied tanks, but it was more complex and expensive to produce.
Gk. 32 (V-1 Flying Bomb)
The V-1 flying bomb, also known as the ‘buzz bomb,’ was a German cruise missile used against Britain during World War II. It was launched from ramps and powered by a pulsejet engine, creating a distinctive buzzing sound during flight.
Gk. 17 (Lee-Enfield Rifle)
The Lee-Enfield was a bolt-action rifle that was the standard service rifle of the British Commonwealth forces during World War II. It was known for its speed of fire, accuracy, and reliability, making it a formidable weapon in combat.
Gk. 33 (V-2 Rocket)
The V-2 rocket was a German ballistic missile that was the first ballistic missile to be used in warfare. It was developed by Werner von Braun and launched against Britain and other targets during World War II. It was known for its long range and destructive power.
Gk. 18 (Mosin-Nagant Rifle)
The Mosin-Nagant was a bolt-action rifle that was the standard service rifle of the Soviet Union and its allies during World War II. It was known for its simplicity, reliability, and powerful cartridge, making it a widely used weapon in combat.
Gk. 34 (Enigma Machine)
The Enigma machine was a German electro-mechanical cipher machine used by the German military during World War II. It was used to encrypt and decrypt messages, making it a vital tool for secure communications. However, Allied codebreakers were able to break the Enigma code, providing a significant advantage in the war.
Gk. 19 (Kar98k Rifle)
The Kar98k was a bolt-action rifle that was the standard service rifle of the German Wehrmacht during World War II. It was known for its accuracy, reliability, and powerful cartridge, making it a formidable weapon in combat.
Gk. 35 (Code Breaking)
Code breaking refers to the process of deciphering encrypted messages, often used in military intelligence during World War II. Allied codebreakers, such as those at Bletchley Park, played a significant role in breaking German codes, including the Enigma code, providing invaluable intelligence to Allied forces.
Gk. 20 (MG42 Machine Gun)
The MG42 was a German general-purpose machine gun that was widely used by the Wehrmacht during World War II. It was known for its high rate of fire, making it a devastating weapon in both defensive and offensive combat.
Gk. 36 (Convoy System)
The convoy system was a naval strategy used by the Allies during World War II to protect merchant ships from German U-boat attacks. Ships were grouped together in convoys, escorted by warships, to increase their chances of survival.