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That Mysterious Metal Thing at Saviano

In a small town of 15,000 people, a machine lay dormant by a memorial to Italian soldiers. It has been a subject of online curiosity among armor enthusiasts, who typically pass it by as nothing more than JPEG pixels on their monitors, eliciting laughs and scoffs. However, perhaps such a mysterious being has a deeper history…  This is perhaps, but maybe not, a definite historical background of The Tonk.

Your Guide to Motivation — 8 tips on how to not get burnt out!

Video game burn-out is common, and it happens to the best of us. War Thunder, like any other game, can get repetitive, for noobs and experienced players alike. Dying to the same meta vehicles becomes stale, especially if you are just trying to grind to your favorite plane, tank, or ship. In today’s post, I’m going to go over 8 ways to keep you motivated and wanting to keep playing War Thunder.

Were Panzers really that good during WW2?

During the Second World War, there is no doubt that Germany led the world in military designs and innovations. However, in the years after the war, a near legendary status has surrounded Germany’s tanks, with names such as the Panther, Tiger I and King Tiger (and, of course, the redoubtable Maus) all coming to mind as nearly indestructable fighting machines. But was this actually the case? Were Panzers as amazing as we have been led to believe, and how have they gained such a formidable reputation?

Zimmerit

Have you ever wondered why some World War II-era German tanks have oddly textured armor? In this article, you’ll learn about Zimmerit and why it was applied to some World War II-era German tanks.

Leitkreuz — the iconic shield with a white cross on German military vehicles

Despite how common this element is, its purpose remains little known. This component is called the Leitkreuz, which translates from German as guide cross. It carries no symbolic weight and is purely a technical device, despite its resemblance to the Balkenkreuz. So, what does it actually do? Read on in the article.

The EMD F3: Streamlined Body, Heavy-Haul Soul

Today I’m going to tell you a little more about trains, but not the Br 52 this time. Today it’s about the EMD F series. The EMD F is an American diesel-electric locomotive from General Motors Electro-Motive Division. It was designed as a heavy freight locomotive, but it was also used for passenger trains. A total of 1,807 units were built between 1945 and 1949: 1,111 of type A and 696 of the cabless units of type B.

Mastering The Art Of Torpedo Bombing

In naval battles, torpedo bombers are the silent predators of the skies. They may lack the raw speed of fighters or the reliable bombs dropped by dive bombers, but what they bring to the battlefield is unmatched striking power against ships. Sometimes, a single well-placed torpedo can cripple even the mightiest vessel, but using these planes effectively requires more than just flying low and dropping a torpedo at random. Success depends on understanding your plane, the torpedo and the correct approach. This guide will teach you how to wield torpedo bombers with precision, making every run count.

Infantry mode in War Thunder

Infantry has joined the ranks of aircraft, tanks, and ships in War Thunder! Engage in urban combat, storm the buildings, and participate in intense firefights and sniper duels. Fight in armored vehicles or aircraft. Be among the first to try the new mode by signing up for the closed beta test.

The Br 52: something different

Today I would like to talk about another vehicle, which is in the background of the game but still exists, namely the steam locomotive Br 52, a heavy German freight locomotive, of which more than 7,000 examples were built between 1942 and 1951 by Henschel & Sohn, Krauss Maffei, and Škoda, among others. They were widespread throughout Europe and in operation in more than 10 countries after the Second World War until today.

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