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Weird Weapons in History

Simple History via YouTube

Overview

Explore a fascinating array of weird and wonderful weapons throughout history in this course. Learn about unique weapons and equipment used in WWI, strange tanks like the MIAS Mini Tank, unconventional military tactics such as the Sea Kamikaze, and bizarre technologies like the Rocket Launcher Scooter. Discover the reasons behind soldiers using guns from home or captured weapons, the use of undead soldiers in the Vietnam War, and the significance of SAS Land Rovers being painted pink. Delve into the world of improvised weapons, cursed guns, and peculiar Russian weapons. This course is designed for history enthusiasts interested in unconventional warfare tactics and unique military technologies.

Syllabus

Weird Weapons and Equipment of WWI.
Why did Cosmonauts take Shotguns into Space?.
The MIAS Mini Tank (Strangest Tanks in History).
Drip Rifle (Weird Weapons).
APS Underwater Assault Rifle.
The Krummlauf - Corner shot (Weird Tech).
Sea Kamikaze (WWII Military Tactic).
Periscope Rifles (Weird Tech).
Tank Silencer (Weird Tech).
The Rocket Launcher Scooter (Weird Tech).
Why did Soldiers use guns from home or captured weapons?.
When the U.S. used the Undead to Attack the Vietcong (The Vietnam War).
Why were SAS Land Rovers Painted Pink?.
Weird Weapons of the Vietnam War.
15 Improvised Weapons Inmates Built in Prison.
The Bizarre Bishop Tanks of World War 2.
Cursed Guns in History.
Weird Russian Weapons in History.

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Simple History

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