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Weapons & Armor - 4K

Simple History via YouTube

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Explore a comprehensive collection of live-action episodes examining historical armor and weaponry. Delve into the intricacies of Samurai armor, investigate the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome, and learn about the iconic Corinthian Helmet from Ancient Greece. Discover World War I equipment such as the Kabalak, Bashlyk, Brodie Helmet, and Stahlhelm M1916. Examine various shield types including handheld and sniper shields, as well as the innovative MacAdam Sniper Shield-Shovel. Uncover the use of sniper decoys and the unexpected applications of duct tape in the Vietnam War. Investigate improvised Samurai weapons like the Kiseru pipe, pirate cutlasses, and the practice of cementing tanks into the ground. Learn about the evolution of bayonets and the advanced Altyn Helmet used by armored Spetsnaz soldiers. This extensive video series offers a fascinating journey through military history, showcasing the ingenuity and evolution of combat equipment across different eras and cultures.

Syllabus

Samurai Armor (Weapons & Armor) 4K.
The Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome (World War II).
The Corinthian Helmet (Ancient Greece).
Kabalak & Bashlyk (World War I).
Brodie Helmet / Helmet, steel, Mark I (World War I).
Stahlhelm M1916 (World War I).
Handheld Shields (World War I).
Sniper Shields (World War I).
MacAdam Sniper Shield-Shovel (Weird Tech).
Sniper Decoys: Dummy Heads.
What was duct tape used for in the Vietnam war?.
Improvised Samurai Weapons: the Kiseru (Pipe).
The Cutlass (Pirate Weapons).
Why were tanks cemented into the ground?.
The Socket Bayonet.
The Altyn Helmet (Armored Spetsnaz Soldiers).

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Simple History

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