Videos tagged with Dunkirk

This guide covers the basic operation and transport of the STEN submachine gun, a historically significant WWII firearm. It highlights the STEN's simple straight blowback action, open bolt firing, and unique rotating magazine well for transport. The information is presented with an emphasis on safety, crucial for handling any firearm.

This entry details the Plessey Fixed Line Sight Mark I, a rare accessory for early Bren guns, as explained by firearms expert Ian McCollum. It covers the sight's functionality for returning to a specific point of aim when using a tripod, its comparison to the Vickers Dial Sight, and its historical context, including why it was largely deemed unnecessary and subsequently removed from production after the retreat from Dunkirk. The rarity of surviving examples is also highlighted.

This YouTube video features an engaging discussion between Royal Armouries' Keeper of Firearms & Artillery, Jonathan Ferguson, and renowned Hollywood armourer Larry Zanoff. Zanoff, who has worked on major film franchises like Dunkirk, Iron Man, and Captain America, as well as video games like Call of Duty, shares insights into his career. The conversation delves into the intricacies of becoming a movie armourer and highlights some of the most iconic arms and armour Zanoff has worked with, with some possibly making a guest appearance. The video is an excellent opportunity for enthusiasts to gain behind-the-scenes knowledge of film prop creation and arms history.

This video from the Royal Armouries delves into the historical events surrounding Operation Dynamo during the Second World War, specifically the Dunkirk evacuation in May 1940. It details how British, French, and Belgian troops were trapped by the German army on the coast of France and Belgium, and the crucial role of the Royal Navy in rescuing stranded soldiers by sea. The description also highlights the Royal Armouries' collection of arms and armor, inviting viewers to explore their museum, website, and social media for more content on military history and weaponry.

This video is a movie review of the 2017 film Dunkirk, directed by Christopher Nolan. It details the historical events of the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II, where Allied forces were trapped on the beaches of France and subsequently rescued by naval and civilian vessels under heavy German bombardment. The review highlights the film's basis in historical fact and its starring cast, recommending it as a must-see historical fiction.