This is a list of artillery of the Second World War ordered by name. Naval artillery is not included. Knee mortar: Japanese Type 89 50 mm light mortar, called "knee mortar" by American troops who thought it looked designed to be fired braced on the knee (which it was not).

At the beginning of World War II, the U.S. Army’s primary field artillery pieces were the French-designed M1897 75mm gun and M1918 155mm howitzer (above). By the time U.S. ground forces entered combat in 1942, both of these pieces were being …

2019年3月1日 · Advancements made during World War II in target location played an important role in the success of field artillery employment. Methods for locating targets included sound and flash ranging; ground and aerial observation; photo interpretation; prisoner of war, military intelligence, and “shell rep” (report on enemy shells fired on Allied ...

Airborne forces needed small, portable artillery to offset their firepower disadvantage, and the pack howitzer met the need. Fielded in 1927, the M1A1’s four-man crew could assemble the weapon from eight parts in a few minutes.

Artillery designed, built, or operated by the United States during the World War II era (1920-1945).

Artillery systems of World War 2 including field guns, howitzers and rocket projectors.

2024年7月17日 · Field artillery in World War II transformed the nature of warfare, significantly enhancing both offensive and defensive capabilities. The application of artillery provided commanders with the ability to deliver powerful support to ground troops, creating a decisive impact on battle outcomes.

Artillery was one of the primary weapons of World War II. Wikimedia Commons has media related to World War II artillery. This category has the following 20 subcategories, out of 20 total. The following 2 pages are in this category, out of 2 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. This category contains only the following file.

2024年6月30日 · Artillery in World War II served as a pivotal component in military operations, significantly influencing the course of battles and overall strategy. Its capabilities to deliver powerful fire support provided commanders with the means to execute offensive and defensive tactics effectively.

2024年7月19日 · Artillery divisions played a pivotal role in World War II, primarily serving as the backbone of ground operations. Their responsibilities included delivering devastating firepower, supporting infantry, and disrupting enemy movements.