Videos tagged with Periscope

Alan Cooper, a former Marine Reconnaissance, Green Beret, and CIA contractor, recounts his experiences in Operation Desert Storm. He details his early life, motivations for joining the Marines, and his progression through specialized training, including scout swimming and amphibious landings. Cooper vividly describes the chaos and challenges of the Battle of Khafji, where his small team was trapped behind enemy lines for 48 hours, and a critical mission to find a route through Iraqi minefields that helped end the war. The narrative highlights the realities of combat, the importance of reconnaissance, and the personal toll of warfare.

This video showcases an experimental trench mount designed for the Lewis Light machine gun during World War I. The mount's key feature is its periscope system, enabling soldiers to fire the weapon from the relative safety of a trench, thus enhancing their survivability and tactical options in static warfare. The content focuses on a specific historical firearm accessory and its innovative application.