Videos tagged with Sturmtruppen

This video showcases a rare MP-18,I submachine gun, considered by many to be the first of its kind. The firearm was originally issued to German Sturmtruppen in the final months of World War I and is presented in its original configuration with a 32-round drum magazine, a configuration later changed to box magazines. The video highlights the MP-18,I's gentle shooting characteristics, low rate of fire, and large sights, while also noting the drum magazine's impact on weapon balance. The example featured is a war trophy brought home by a US soldier.

This video delves into the history and usage of the Luger P08 artillery variant, also known as the Lange Pistole 08 (lP08). Originally adopted in 1913 for field artillery troops, its compact size and pistol-caliber carbine design offered significant firepower. The video highlights its adoption by aviators before the widespread use of aerial machine guns and its crucial role with German Sturmtruppen in World War I. The development of the 32-round drum magazine in 1916 for these troops is emphasized. The lP08's legacy is primarily tied to the Great War, with limited use in subsequent decades.

This video explores the rare Mauser 1917 Trench Carbine prototype, a pistol-caliber firearm developed for German Sturmtruppen during the final stages of World War I. Unlike the adopted Luger LP08 and Bergmann MP18.I, this Mauser variant was never officially adopted, with only around 40 prototypes produced. The description highlights its unique features, including a magazine derived from the 1906/08 pistol and differences from standard C96 pistols and pre-war sporting carbines. All observed examples were semi-automatic, predating the later full-auto Schnellfeuer models.

This video is a trailer for a 2-Gun Action Challenge Match featuring two World War I rifles: the SMLE (Short Magazine Lee-Enfield) No. 1 Mk III* and the Kar 98AZ. The match is designed to highlight the SMLE's faster action and larger magazine capacity, especially in stages that allow for repeat fire, which was a limitation in a previous encounter. The event also serves as practice for a larger team match in September, where participants will use WWI gear. The description also references German Stormtroopers and suggests a book for further reading on the topic.