This video focuses on the Arisaka Type 99 rifle, a bolt-action firearm used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. The description details its development, stemming from the need for a new rifle cartridge to replace the Type 38's 6.5×50mm round, aligning with the superior 7.7mm cartridge of the Type 92 heavy machine gun. The Type 99 was based on the Type 38 but chambered in 7.7mm and was produced across nine arsenals, including locations in Japan, Manchukuo, and Korea.
This video explores the Japanese Type 96 150mm Howitzer, a weapon adopted by the Imperial Japanese Army in 1936. The design was based on a French Schneider model, with production by the Osaka Arsenal occurring from 1936 to 1944, totaling around 600 units. The howitzer was noted for its ability to fire at extremely high angles, making it a practical tool in the Pacific theater, particularly during the Guadalcanal campaign. The example featured in the video was recovered from Mount Austen on Guadalcanal after the war, and the footage was captured during a tour of the island by War Historian Battlefield Expeditions.
This video explores the Japanese Type 92 105mm field gun, detailing its origins as a 1927 French Schneider purchase intended to replace the Type 14. Introduced into Japanese service in 1932, production was limited, with only a few hundred units manufactured by the Osaka Arsenal until 1945. The Japanese military ultimately favored 150mm howitzers due to their comparable size and greater utility. The featured example, along with another, was salvaged from Mount Austen on Guadalcanal after World War II and is now housed at the Vilu Military Museum. The footage was captured during a tour of Guadalcanal.
This YouTube video, titled "From The Vault | Japanese Baby Nambu Presented By The Emperor #ww2 #shorts", focuses on a historical firearm, the Japanese Baby Nambu. The title suggests a "vault" or archival presentation, likely showcasing a specific model of the Nambu pistol. The inclusion of "WW2" and "shorts" indicates a historical context and a potentially brief, engaging format. The "Emperor" reference implies a significant or historically relevant example of this firearm.
This video from Forgotten Weapons focuses on the Type 94 Japanese 37mm antitank gun, detailing its role as the standard infantry antitank weapon for the Japanese Army during World War Two. It highlights the gun's development due to rising tensions with the Soviet Union and its dual use with high explosive ammunition for infantry support. The description emphasizes the Type 94's small, light design, allowing for vehicle-free transportation, which was crucial on islands like Guadalcanal. It notes the weapon's effectiveness against US M3 Stuart light tanks and clarifies that it is distinct from the Type 94 tank gun. The video also thanks War Historian Battlefield Expeditions for their support.
This video delves into the critical events of the Guadalcanal campaign, specifically the Red Beach landing on August 7th, 1942. It details the United States' first major offensive in World War II following a series of early defeats. The description highlights the strategic importance of securing the Japanese-constructed airstrip to protect Allied shipping routes. It also discusses the intelligence miscalculation regarding Japanese forces and the subsequent supply challenges faced by the Marines after a naval defeat. The video is presented by Forgotten Weapons and promotes their various platforms and merchandise.
This video explores the Japanese Type 95 Shin Gunto sword, a historical military blade. It details the sword's evolution from Western-influenced designs in the late 1800s to a return to traditional katana styles driven by nationalist sentiment in the 1930s. The Type 95, along with its NCO counterpart the Type 35, became common after WWII as bring-back souvenirs. The video uses the upcoming Headstamp book "Swords of the Emperor" as a reference for examining this specific example.
This video announces the release of 'Swords of the Emperor: A Guide to the Identification of Imperial Japanese Swords, 1873–1945,' a new book by Headstamp Publishing. The book details the evolution of Japanese military, police, diplomatic, and court swords during a significant modernization period. It features over 600 pages with more than 2,000 original photographs and archival material, covering over 220 swords, including both traditional and machine-made examples. Written by prominent Japanese sword collector John E. Plimpton, the guide is intended for collectors, curators, and researchers, as well as enthusiasts interested in this under-studied area of Japanese swordmaking history.
This video provides a practical accuracy test of the Arisaka Type 99 short rifle, focusing on its performance out to 500 yards. It delves into the effectiveness and rationale behind the rifle's distinctive wide aperture sights, especially their anti-aircraft capability and speed, contrasting them with standard sights of the era. The analysis also touches upon the rifle's strong action and gas escape mitigation. The video features contributions and thanks to The Gun Room and C&Rsenal, offering additional Arisaka content links for viewers.
This YouTube video focuses on World War 2 Japanese military testing, as indicated by the title and description. While specific firearms are not named, the context strongly suggests a historical examination of military equipment and potentially firearms used by Japan during that era. The video likely explores historical footage or discussions related to Japanese military technology and its development leading up to and during World War 2. The hashtags provided (#japanmilitary, #japan, #ww2) reinforce this historical military theme.
This "From the Vault" video features Brownells GunTech Keith Ford providing an overview of the collectible Type 99 Japanese Arisaka rifle. Ford discusses its design by Colonel Arisaka Nariakira, its use by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II, and its key features like the wire monopod and anti-aircraft sight. The description also mentions the rifle was chambered in 7.7x58mm and produced in four variants: Short, Long, Paratroop, and Sniper, noting that late-war "last ditch" models are characterized by crude manufacturing and poor finishes. The video invites viewer suggestions for future "From the Vault" features.
This video features a rare, functioning Japanese Type 100 flamethrower, a successor to the Type 93. The description highlights its design differences compared to American counterparts, such as its rotating valve, paper ignition cartridges, and lack of a pressure regulator which causes a drop in range as fuel is consumed. The specific example shown was acquired in pristine condition from the Tokyo Arsenal in 1945-46 and is noted as the only known working Type 100. The video includes a demonstration of its firing capabilities.
