Ii-10: Iron Cross
A military decoration awarded to soldiers in the German armed forces, signifying bravery and valor in combat. It was a highly prestigious award during World War II.
Ii-9: Ironclad Doctrine
The belief, prevalent in some countries before World War II, that large, heavily armored warships were the key to naval dominance, often leading to the development of battleships like the Bismarck and the Yamato.
Ii-8: Infantry Training
The process of preparing infantry soldiers for combat, covering skills such as marksmanship, tactics, navigation, and battlefield medicine.
Ii-7: Incendiary Bombing
A tactic used during World War II, involving the use of bombs designed to ignite fires and cause widespread destruction, particularly in urban areas.
Ii-6: Industrial Mobilization
The process of converting a nation’s industrial capacity to wartime production, including the manufacturing of weapons, vehicles, and other military equipment.
Ii-5: Infantry Support Weapons
A category of weapons designed to provide fire support for infantry units, including machine guns, mortars, and anti-tank weapons.
Ii-4: Interception and Counter-Intelligence
The efforts undertaken by military intelligence agencies to intercept enemy communications, gather information, and disrupt their espionage activities.
Ii-3: Infantry Assault Tactics
The methods and strategies employed by infantry units during offensive operations, often involving coordinated maneuvers, fire support, and close-quarters combat.
Ii-2: Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN)
The naval forces of the Empire of Japan during World War II, renowned for its aggressive tactics and powerful warships, including aircraft carriers like the Akagi and the Yamato.
Ii-1: Inter-Allied Cooperation
The coordination and collaboration between the Allied powers (including the United States, the United Kingdom, the Soviet Union, and others) during World War II. This involved sharing resources, intelligence, and strategies to achieve common objectives.