Hobart's Funnies: Tank Innovations That Made Their Mark on D-Day
Hobart's Funnies: Tank Innovations That Made Their Mark on D-Day
Jun 5, 2024
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To mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day, The Tank Museum Curator, David Willey looks at the 'Funnies' tanks. | The Tank Museum
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Hobart's Funnies were specialized British tanks created during World War II, designed to tackle unique battlefield challenges. Developed by Major-General Percy Hobart, these tanks featured modifications like Flail Tanks for mine clearance, Crocodile flame-throwing tanks, Bridge Layers for crossing obstacles, and Scorpions for mine detection. Used during the D-Day invasion and subsequent operations, these quirky but effective tanks played a vital role in clearing paths, supporting infantry, and c
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Crazy British D-Day Tanks That Saved Thousands of Lives Known as "Hobart's Funnies," these specialized British vehicles were the secret weapon of the Normandy landings in 1944. Based on the rugged Churchill and Sherman chassis, they were modified into swimming tanks, flamethrowers like the "Crocodile," and bridge-layers. While a standard Churchill moved at a slow 15 mph, these unique machines provided the specialized support needed to clear minefields and crush coastal defenses. By overcoming ob
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A Valentine DD disembarks from LCT 340 and makes it way ashore during sea trials in 1943. The Duplex Drive (DD) 'swimming' tanks were amphibious tanks fitted with a canvas flotation screen to give the tank enough buoyancy to support its weight without having to sacrifice armour or firepower. The duplex drive engine meanwhile powered propellers in water and tracks on land. Conceived as one of Major-General Sir Percy Hobart's 'Funnies', which you can read more about here: https://bit.ly/45jo4Tr Fi
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Churchill Tanks and Specialized War Machines That Turned the Tide in WWII The British Churchill tank, entering service in 1941, was a heavy infantry tank renowned for its thick armor and incredible climbing ability. While its top speed was slow at just 15 mph, its rugged chassis became the foundation for "Hobart's Funnies"—specialized vehicles like the Crocodile flamethrower and AVRE bridge-layers. These unique machines were critical during the D-Day landings, overcoming obstacles that stopped r
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