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In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
December 17, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
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The Second World War was filled with various projects that remained at the prototype stage. Many of these would have likely been forgotten due to a lack of documentation and photographs.
The Second World War was filled with various projects that remained at the prototype stage. Many of these would have likely been forgotten due to a lack of documentation and photographs.
December 15, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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The Second World War was filled with various projects that remained at the prototype stage. Many of these would have likely been forgotten due to a lack of documentation and photographs.
The Second World War was filled with various projects that remained at the prototype stage. Many of these would have likely been forgotten due to a lack of documentation and photographs.
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the BMR-620, a Spanish prototype based on the 6x6 BMR but using the Meroka anti-aircraft system and its staggering twelve 20mm cannons.
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the BMR-620, a Spanish prototype based on the 6x6 BMR but using the Meroka anti-aircraft system and its staggering twelve 20mm cannons.
Twelve Guns, No Future | BMR-620
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December 14, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the BMR-620, a Spanish prototype based on the 6x6 BMR but using the Meroka anti-aircraft system and its staggering twelve 20mm cannons.
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the BMR-620, a Spanish prototype based on the 6x6 BMR but using the Meroka anti-aircraft system and its staggering twelve 20mm cannons.
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On 8th December 2009, five Chinese MBT-2000s rolled down on the Independence Day Parade in Peru before a crowd of surprised civilians and officials. After the parade, the President would state that these were going to be the Peruvian Army's new tanks.
On 8th December 2009, five Chinese MBT-2000s rolled down on the Independence Day Parade in Peru before a crowd of surprised civilians and officials. After the parade, the President would state that these were going to be the Peruvian Army's new tanks.
December 13, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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On 8th December 2009, five Chinese MBT-2000s rolled down on the Independence Day Parade in Peru before a crowd of surprised civilians and officials. After the parade, the President would state that these were going to be the Peruvian Army's new tanks.
On 8th December 2009, five Chinese MBT-2000s rolled down on the Independence Day Parade in Peru before a crowd of surprised civilians and officials. After the parade, the President would state that these were going to be the Peruvian Army's new tanks.
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, our article on Imperial Japan's tracked armored personnel carrier, the often forgotten Type 1 Ho-Ki !
In today's #FlashbackFriday, our article on Imperial Japan's tracked armored personnel carrier, the often forgotten Type 1 Ho-Ki !
December 12, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, our article on Imperial Japan's tracked armored personnel carrier, the often forgotten Type 1 Ho-Ki !
In today's #FlashbackFriday, our article on Imperial Japan's tracked armored personnel carrier, the often forgotten Type 1 Ho-Ki !
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The M4 Command & Control Vehicle, shortened to C2V, was a command and communications vehicle developed for the US military during the mid-1990s. Designed to function as mobile command centers for field operations...
The M4 Command & Control Vehicle, shortened to C2V, was a command and communications vehicle developed for the US military during the mid-1990s. Designed to function as mobile command centers for field operations...
December 10, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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The M4 Command & Control Vehicle, shortened to C2V, was a command and communications vehicle developed for the US military during the mid-1990s. Designed to function as mobile command centers for field operations...
The M4 Command & Control Vehicle, shortened to C2V, was a command and communications vehicle developed for the US military during the mid-1990s. Designed to function as mobile command centers for field operations...
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During the dawn of the mechanization of the Czechoslovak Army, the Army’s armored forces quickly grew in size, first with the adoption of the Tč vz. 33 tankette, followed by the acquisition of 50 LT vz. 34 light tanks.
During the dawn of the mechanization of the Czechoslovak Army, the Army’s armored forces quickly grew in size, first with the adoption of the Tč vz. 33 tankette, followed by the acquisition of 50 LT vz. 34 light tanks.
December 8, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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During the dawn of the mechanization of the Czechoslovak Army, the Army’s armored forces quickly grew in size, first with the adoption of the Tč vz. 33 tankette, followed by the acquisition of 50 LT vz. 34 light tanks.
During the dawn of the mechanization of the Czechoslovak Army, the Army’s armored forces quickly grew in size, first with the adoption of the Tč vz. 33 tankette, followed by the acquisition of 50 LT vz. 34 light tanks.
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topics are the different forms of the IS-6, a late WW2 project for a Soviet heavy tank to follow the IS-2
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topics are the different forms of the IS-6, a late WW2 project for a Soviet heavy tank to follow the IS-2
Soviet Heavy Contenders | IS-6: Objects 252, 252U & 253
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December 7, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topics are the different forms of the IS-6, a late WW2 project for a Soviet heavy tank to follow the IS-2
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topics are the different forms of the IS-6, a late WW2 project for a Soviet heavy tank to follow the IS-2
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The Leopard 2A4 was the first Leopard to enter service with the Spanish Army, acquired as part of the initial steps of the Programa Coraza.
The Leopard 2A4 was the first Leopard to enter service with the Spanish Army, acquired as part of the initial steps of the Programa Coraza.
December 6, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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The Leopard 2A4 was the first Leopard to enter service with the Spanish Army, acquired as part of the initial steps of the Programa Coraza.
The Leopard 2A4 was the first Leopard to enter service with the Spanish Army, acquired as part of the initial steps of the Programa Coraza.
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, the StuG III ausf C and D, some of the lastest models of the StuG around for Operation Barbarossa in 1941 !
In today's #FlashbackFriday, the StuG III ausf C and D, some of the lastest models of the StuG around for Operation Barbarossa in 1941 !
December 5, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, the StuG III ausf C and D, some of the lastest models of the StuG around for Operation Barbarossa in 1941 !
In today's #FlashbackFriday, the StuG III ausf C and D, some of the lastest models of the StuG around for Operation Barbarossa in 1941 !
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Military vehicles, especially rare or obscure ones, have long fascinated historians and enthusiasts. While many such vehicles are well documented, occasionally, information or photographs of completely unknown examples surface, often through the internet.
Military vehicles, especially rare or obscure ones, have long fascinated historians and enthusiasts. While many such vehicles are well documented, occasionally, information or photographs of completely unknown examples surface, often through the internet.
December 3, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Military vehicles, especially rare or obscure ones, have long fascinated historians and enthusiasts. While many such vehicles are well documented, occasionally, information or photographs of completely unknown examples surface, often through the internet.
Military vehicles, especially rare or obscure ones, have long fascinated historians and enthusiasts. While many such vehicles are well documented, occasionally, information or photographs of completely unknown examples surface, often through the internet.
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the 1964 modernization to the T-44, the T-44MS
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the 1964 modernization to the T-44, the T-44MS
Between Eras | T-44MS
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November 30, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the 1964 modernization to the T-44, the T-44MS
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the 1964 modernization to the T-44, the T-44MS
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The Shareef-3 is a Sudanese infantry fighting vehicle prototype developed by the Military Industry Corporation (MIC), a state-owned defense corporation, probably with foreign help.
The Shareef-3 is a Sudanese infantry fighting vehicle prototype developed by the Military Industry Corporation (MIC), a state-owned defense corporation, probably with foreign help.
November 29, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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The Shareef-3 is a Sudanese infantry fighting vehicle prototype developed by the Military Industry Corporation (MIC), a state-owned defense corporation, probably with foreign help.
The Shareef-3 is a Sudanese infantry fighting vehicle prototype developed by the Military Industry Corporation (MIC), a state-owned defense corporation, probably with foreign help.
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, an ususual, rear-turreted project for an IS-2 replacement, the IS-M
In today's #FlashbackFriday, an ususual, rear-turreted project for an IS-2 replacement, the IS-M
November 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, an ususual, rear-turreted project for an IS-2 replacement, the IS-M
In today's #FlashbackFriday, an ususual, rear-turreted project for an IS-2 replacement, the IS-M
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The first patent for barbed wire was issued in 1874 in America. This invention, perhaps more than any other single item, came to define the battlefields of WW1, with millions of miles of it deployed across all fronts.
The first patent for barbed wire was issued in 1874 in America. This invention, perhaps more than any other single item, came to define the battlefields of WW1, with millions of miles of it deployed across all fronts.
November 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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The first patent for barbed wire was issued in 1874 in America. This invention, perhaps more than any other single item, came to define the battlefields of WW1, with millions of miles of it deployed across all fronts.
The first patent for barbed wire was issued in 1874 in America. This invention, perhaps more than any other single item, came to define the battlefields of WW1, with millions of miles of it deployed across all fronts.
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Released in March 1984 by Universal Pictures, Tank was an action comedy film produced by Lorimar Productions. Directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, the film tells the story of a US Army Command Sergeant Major’s dispute with the local Sheriff...
Released in March 1984 by Universal Pictures, Tank was an action comedy film produced by Lorimar Productions. Directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, the film tells the story of a US Army Command Sergeant Major’s dispute with the local Sheriff...
November 24, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Released in March 1984 by Universal Pictures, Tank was an action comedy film produced by Lorimar Productions. Directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, the film tells the story of a US Army Command Sergeant Major’s dispute with the local Sheriff...
Released in March 1984 by Universal Pictures, Tank was an action comedy film produced by Lorimar Productions. Directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, the film tells the story of a US Army Command Sergeant Major’s dispute with the local Sheriff...
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the single major combat deployment of the multi-turreted Soviet T-35 tank, the disastrous counter-attack of Verba
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the single major combat deployment of the multi-turreted Soviet T-35 tank, the disastrous counter-attack of Verba
Death March of the T-35 | The Soviet Counter-Attack at Verba
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November 23, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the single major combat deployment of the multi-turreted Soviet T-35 tank, the disastrous counter-attack of Verba
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is the single major combat deployment of the multi-turreted Soviet T-35 tank, the disastrous counter-attack of Verba
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Coordinating large numbers of tanks in early WW2 was no simple task, as it required extensive training, experience, and, most importantly, a dedicated command vehicle to oversee the attack in real-time.
Coordinating large numbers of tanks in early WW2 was no simple task, as it required extensive training, experience, and, most importantly, a dedicated command vehicle to oversee the attack in real-time.
November 19, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Coordinating large numbers of tanks in early WW2 was no simple task, as it required extensive training, experience, and, most importantly, a dedicated command vehicle to oversee the attack in real-time.
Coordinating large numbers of tanks in early WW2 was no simple task, as it required extensive training, experience, and, most importantly, a dedicated command vehicle to oversee the attack in real-time.
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Few authors in history have ever come close to the level of influence of Herbert George Wells. Not only was he arguably the inventor of the tank, but he is widely regarded as the father of science fiction.
Few authors in history have ever come close to the level of influence of Herbert George Wells. Not only was he arguably the inventor of the tank, but he is widely regarded as the father of science fiction.
November 17, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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Few authors in history have ever come close to the level of influence of Herbert George Wells. Not only was he arguably the inventor of the tank, but he is widely regarded as the father of science fiction.
Few authors in history have ever come close to the level of influence of Herbert George Wells. Not only was he arguably the inventor of the tank, but he is widely regarded as the father of science fiction.
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When war broke out in Europe in September 1939, Professor Dr. Ferdinand Porsche entered the scene of German heavy tank development. Porsche brought with him a number of innovative ideas, particularly regarding electric drive systems and suspension designs
When war broke out in Europe in September 1939, Professor Dr. Ferdinand Porsche entered the scene of German heavy tank development. Porsche brought with him a number of innovative ideas, particularly regarding electric drive systems and suspension designs
November 15, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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When war broke out in Europe in September 1939, Professor Dr. Ferdinand Porsche entered the scene of German heavy tank development. Porsche brought with him a number of innovative ideas, particularly regarding electric drive systems and suspension designs
When war broke out in Europe in September 1939, Professor Dr. Ferdinand Porsche entered the scene of German heavy tank development. Porsche brought with him a number of innovative ideas, particularly regarding electric drive systems and suspension designs
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, the IVECO Daily Homeland Security, a vehicle used by multiple Italian forces for policing, such as the Carabinieri, State Police and Financial Guard
In today's #FlashbackFriday, the IVECO Daily Homeland Security, a vehicle used by multiple Italian forces for policing, such as the Carabinieri, State Police and Financial Guard
November 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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In today's #FlashbackFriday, the IVECO Daily Homeland Security, a vehicle used by multiple Italian forces for policing, such as the Carabinieri, State Police and Financial Guard
In today's #FlashbackFriday, the IVECO Daily Homeland Security, a vehicle used by multiple Italian forces for policing, such as the Carabinieri, State Police and Financial Guard
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In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
November 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
In 1952, the U.S. Army’s Detroit Arsenal launched Operation Question Mark, an initiative aimed at exploring new concepts for AFV design. This project sought to stimulate discussion on future tank development by presenting a series of innovative proposals.
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The Leopard 2 is a well established tank design by now, but back in the late 1980’s, there were fundamental changes that resulted in the variants that are in use nowadays .In 1988, the official Combat Capability Improvement program was launched.
The Leopard 2 is a well established tank design by now, but back in the late 1980’s, there were fundamental changes that resulted in the variants that are in use nowadays .In 1988, the official Combat Capability Improvement program was launched.
November 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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The Leopard 2 is a well established tank design by now, but back in the late 1980’s, there were fundamental changes that resulted in the variants that are in use nowadays .In 1988, the official Combat Capability Improvement program was launched.
The Leopard 2 is a well established tank design by now, but back in the late 1980’s, there were fundamental changes that resulted in the variants that are in use nowadays .In 1988, the official Combat Capability Improvement program was launched.
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is one of Britain's early war tanks, the multi-turreted A9 Cruiser Mk.1 !
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is one of Britain's early war tanks, the multi-turreted A9 Cruiser Mk.1 !
The Flawed First | A.9, Cruiser Mk.I
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November 9, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is one of Britain's early war tanks, the multi-turreted A9 Cruiser Mk.1 !
New video on our youtube channel ! Today's topic is one of Britain's early war tanks, the multi-turreted A9 Cruiser Mk.1 !
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Desperate times call for desperate measures, as the saying goes, and this was especially true for war-torn Germany in 1945. Its armies were in retreat, its industry lay in ruins, and the country faced critical shortages of nearly everything
Desperate times call for desperate measures, as the saying goes, and this was especially true for war-torn Germany in 1945. Its armies were in retreat, its industry lay in ruins, and the country faced critical shortages of nearly everything
November 8, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Desperate times call for desperate measures, as the saying goes, and this was especially true for war-torn Germany in 1945. Its armies were in retreat, its industry lay in ruins, and the country faced critical shortages of nearly everything
Desperate times call for desperate measures, as the saying goes, and this was especially true for war-torn Germany in 1945. Its armies were in retreat, its industry lay in ruins, and the country faced critical shortages of nearly everything