Videos tagged with Colorado Springs Military Museum

Dragonman's Colorado Springs Military Museum is hosting its final tours of 2024, culminating on Veterans Day. The museum features a vast collection of original and operational World War II artifacts, including 1,600 uniform mannequins, 2,500 working weapons, and 92 military vehicles. On Veterans Day, the museum will offer public rentals of 50 machine guns.

This video showcases one of six machine gun bunkers at the Colorado Springs Military Museum. It highlights original M1 Carbines and a D-Day map intended for platoon leaders. The museum aims to bring history to life by displaying artifacts from 1939-1945.

This video provides a private tour of Dragonman's Military Museum in Colorado Springs. The museum boasts a collection dating back to 1775, covering major wars up to Afghanistan. A key feature highlighted is that 98% of the exhibits are fully operational, including real guns and running vehicles. The tour is estimated to take two hours and includes a special 'Elvis Oldies but Goodies' room.

This video provides a comprehensive tour of the Colorado Springs Military Museum, showcasing a vast collection of historical military artifacts. Dragonman guides viewers through exhibits spanning from the Revolutionary War to the Vietnam War, highlighting uniforms, weaponry, and operational vehicles. The museum features over 1500 uniform mannequins, 5000 helmets, 3000 flags, and 92 running vehicles, including various Jeeps, half-tracks, and tanks. Specific firearms like the M1 Garand, M1 Carbine, BAR, and Thompson submachine gun are displayed, with emphasis on their historical context and operational status.

This video announces the winners of the February Military Museum Drawing Contest held by the Colorado Springs Military Museum. It congratulates Tycen, Madison, Ally, and Felix for their winning entries. The description highlights that all submitted drawings will be displayed, thanks participants, and outlines the theme for the March contest (WWII soldiers), eligibility (6-12 year olds), monthly cash prizes, and submission details. It also directs viewers to www.dragonmans.com for more information and merchandise.

Dragonman is seeking a new tour guide for the Colorado Springs military museum, specifically for their 'Oldies' but Goodies' room, also known as the Hot Rod museum. This section of the tour transports visitors back to the 1950s and 1960s, featuring extensive collections of hot rods, restored gas pumps, bicycles, pedal cars, and 50s memorabilia, with tributes to Elvis Presley. The museum is preparing for its busiest season, opening in April.

This video showcases a collection of American Revolutionary War and Civil War firearms, emphasizing their age (250-300 years old) and flintlock mechanism. It also promotes The Colorado Springs Military Museum at Dragonmans for those interested in military history and directs viewers to their online store for t-shirts. The video focuses on historical firearms and their significance.

This video provides a comprehensive tour of the Colorado Springs Military Museum, showcasing a vast collection of historical firearms, military vehicles, and artifacts. Dragonman highlights improvements for the 2021 season, including new acquisitions like black powder rifles, original canteens from the Confederate and Union armies, and flintlock handguns. The museum covers conflicts from the American Revolutionary War through Afghanistan, with significant displays on World War I and World War II, featuring operational firearms like M1 Garands, M1 Carbines, Thompson submachine guns, and M1919 machine guns. The collection also includes various military vehicles, uniforms, and personal equipment, emphasizing the museum's commitment to preserving military history.

This guide details the engine startup procedure for a T54 Russian Tank, as demonstrated by Dragonman. The process involves ensuring neutral gear, activating the fuel pump, and engaging the starter for the 600hp diesel engine. Dragonman, an authority with extensive experience operating military vehicles from his museum, emphasizes keeping these machines combat-ready.

This video provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the Colorado Springs Military Museum, highlighting recent updates and extensive collections. The museum features displays spanning from the Civil War to modern conflicts, including numerous military vehicles, uniforms, weapons, and artifacts. The owner emphasizes the educational value and historical significance of the exhibits, aiming to teach about American history and soldiers.

This video showcases a new Battle of the Bulge display at the Colorado Springs Military Museum, featuring various World War II vehicles and equipment. The presenter highlights the historical significance of the battle, the operational roles of vehicles like the GMC Maties and M2/M15/M16 half-tracks, and details about specific firearms and ammunition used during the conflict. The display aims to provide a realistic historical representation.

This video provides a tour of Dragonman's Colorado Springs Military Museum, highlighting its extensive collection of privately owned military artifacts. The museum boasts that 98% of its exhibits, including guns, cannons, and vehicles, are functional. Visitors can also expect amenities like a shooting range and machine gun rentals.