Category: Militaris
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Typ 82E: Der Militarisierte Käfer
By Thornical Press – December 15, 2025 The Volkswagen Type 82E was a wartime adaptation of the civilian Volkswagen Beetle (KdF‑Wagen) developed to meet specific military needs during World War II. Unlike the more widely known Kübelwagen Type 82 — a purpose‑built light utility vehicle derived from Beetle components — the Type 82E retained much…
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Infantry Tank Mark II (A12) Explained
By Thornical Press – December 8, 2025 The Matilda II — officially the Infantry Tank Mark II (A12) — stands among the most iconic British armored vehicles of the Second World War. Built to a doctrine that separated slow, heavily armored infantry tanks from faster cruiser tanks, the Matilda II combined exceptional protection for its…
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