https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l Pick one weapon, that we talked about so far in class. Write a brief description of its use in the war, why you picked it and include a image en-us 2022-08-30 01:54:07 UTC 2022-12-14 03:16:10 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2276178262 The hedgehog was used by the Allied powers in the Battle of the Sea to sink German U-boats.  They were fired into the air and exploded underwater due to pressure.  I picked this weapon because I think it was a very smart idea to find the subs using sonar and then use bombs underwater instead of just trying to guess where the subs were.

Ariel Alverson]]> 2022-08-30 12:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2276178262 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2276407160 Barrage Balloons were used to take down planes of the Luftwaffe.  They did get a lot, but not as many as the British thought.  The balloons have been credited with 102 downed and destroyed air crafts. 

Landon Bentley]]> 2022-08-30 15:16:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2276407160 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277717903 Used by the nazi's in WWll, the stuka was a low winged single engine plane used for dive bombing. The stuka also has a siren to add more fear into soldiers when the stuka flew by. I chose this weapon because I think the stuka is awesome and just an amazing plane.]]> 2022-08-31 13:28:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277717903 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277718194 Depth Chargers are underwater bombs that were used in WW2 to destroy submarines. I chose this because I think the idea of an underwater bomb is pretty cool.

]]> 2022-08-31 13:28:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277718194 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277718588 Depth Charges were used as anti-submarine explosives that would be used to blow up submarines that came into close contact with them. When detonated, these explosions would cause a powerful and destructive hydraulic shock.

Josiah Upshaw]]> 2022-08-31 13:28:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277718588 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277719684 The Stuka dive bomber was used by the Germans as a powerful fighter. This plane devastated Britain by relentless bombing. The plane also had a air horn mounted on the front of the plane that made a devastating sound when it screamed down from the skies. The reason i like this weapon is because the the pure fear it brought people by its  screaming air horn and devastating bombing capabilities. 

Kyland Howell]]> 2022-08-31 13:29:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277719684 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277720291 The Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during, and after World War II. Many variants of the Spitfire were built, using several wing configurations. It was the only British fighter produced continuously throughout the war. I picked this just because I find the name of the aircraft intimidating, and cool looking.

Ronald Mellendorf]]> 2022-08-31 13:29:45 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277720291 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277722870 The German Panzer IV tank was one of the best tanks in WW2. It is a heavily armored and gunned tank. I picked the Pazer IV because its a really cool and interesting tank that still fascinates tank enthusiasts today. ]]> 2022-08-31 13:31:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277722870 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277723955 The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during, and after World War II. Many variants of the Spitfire were built, using several wing configurations. It was the only British fighter produced continuously throughout the war.

]]> 2022-08-31 13:32:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277723955 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277724131 the panzer 7 Lowe often called the lion was the big brother to the tiger tank, a super heavy armor class tank chambered in a 10.5 cm coaxial machine gun along with the main cannon. this german tank led the way for future innovation in tanks including the panzer VIII Maus. the main flaw with this tank is the placement of the ammo rack next to the thinnest layer of armor leading to many disasters when stray bullets hit the rack.

cletus]]> 2022-08-31 13:32:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277724131 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277725497 This was named after Stalin's chief of staff. These were made for The Winter War in November of 1939, Finland vs. Soviet Union. It is made with a glass bottle filled with some sort of gasoline or alcohol and stuffed with a rag. To use this, you light the top of the rag and throw it in the direction you wish to cause the damage. I chose this weapon because I thought it was really cool how Finland used what the had to protect their country. 
Carley Rhoades]]> 2022-08-31 13:33:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277725497 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277725941 The Spitfire was the fighter plans used by the Royal Air Force in order to defend against German's attempted invasion. The battle between German and England mainly took place in the air, so the weapon is important as the Spitfire proved to be a good match against the ME-109 and Focke-Wulf and even developed an emotional connection with the English people. I selected this weapon because it played a major role in the protection of England from the Luftwaffe and established aerial dominance over what were considered the best planes of the time, making a new name for the Spitfire since it was capable of battling the superior planes

DeAngelo Williams]]> 2022-08-31 13:33:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277725941 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277726654 The Folk Wolf was top tier single carrier when it came to maneuverability and had some really good firepower. This plane was regarded as one of the best by the Germans.

Miguel Rubio]]> 2022-08-31 13:34:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277726654 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277729510 During World War II, U-boat warfare was the major component of the Battle of the Atlantic. In the early stages of the war, the U-boats were extremely effective in destroying Allied shipping due to the large gap in the mid-Atlantic air cover. The U-boats' main weapon was the torpedo, though mines and deck guns (while surfaced) were also used.  U-boats also adopted several types of "pattern-running" torpedoes that ran straight out to a preset distance, then traveled in either a circular or ladder-like pattern. When fired at a convoy, this increased the probability of a hit if the weapon missed its primary target.
Brighton Apostolo]]> 2022-08-31 13:36:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277729510 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277731587 The Spitfire was a British aircraft. It was the only aircraft that you continued to see more of during the time of the war. Another fun fact is that they were used by Royal Air Force during World War II. I chose to talk about the Spitfire Aircraft because I think it is cool how it was the only aircraft that they kept building and producing during the war. 

Emma DeMarsh-Lynch]]> 2022-08-31 13:37:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277731587 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277732034 The Tiger was introduced in 1942 as a response the Russian T-34 and KV-1. It was supposed to be a superior tank, boasting heavier armor and an impressive 88mm cannon that could punch through any Soviet armor. While few in number, they proved dangerous to the Russian tanks.

McKinley Gore]]> 2022-08-31 13:37:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277732034 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277732331 The German U-boat was a naval vessel that was had the ability to dive under the waves and attack unsuspecting merchant ships, enemy naval ships, and the occasional civilian vessel. Although they were super effective during the second world war, Hitler thought it would be better to focus the Kriegsmarines efforts on its surface fleet. 
I have a fascination with the advancements of technology and the engines of war that change how the next battle will be fought. Also people kept doing planes and I wanted to seem somewhat unique. 

Augustus Kennedy]]> 2022-08-31 13:38:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277732331 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277733897 The Hedgehog was a series of bombs that spread and exploded underwater. It was mainly used by the Royal Navy during WWII. It fired up to 24 bombs that lead to the attacking of the target U-boat. Once a sub was found through the radar, they shot the Hedgehog into the air. Within seconds it would explode underwater. I chose this weapon because I found the whole concept very interesting and this was a very accurate and efficient way to destroy German submarines. 

Ashtyn Helms ]]> 2022-08-31 13:39:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277733897 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277739684 The stuka was effective against ground objects and very sturdy, maneuverable, and accurate.  I like the noise it makes because its intimidating and if i heard that I would be so scared and run.

ally ]]> 2022-08-31 13:42:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277739684 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277742356 This sneaky submarine was primarily used in the Battle of Britain to attack merchant ships, and put a choke-hold on English resources. It's primary tactic was to travel in a "wolfpack" and destroy boat groups. I think they're extremely cool because of their distance torpedo capabilities, and their subversive sinking tactics.

-Wyatt Welden]]> 2022-08-31 13:44:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277742356 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277745905 this was used in ocean warfare to reveal enemy submarines. they light would illuminate an area while other  airplanes like the arado ar 196 and B-17 would fire on any revealing submarines 
Though this i not i weapons, i chose this because of its simplicity and its unique use during the war. 

Morrison exists ]]> 2022-08-31 13:46:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2277745905 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2278152534 The german ME-109 was one of the German fighter planes used in WW2, This plane was light weight and very fast and able to manuver quickly. These planes mainly served as interceptors. This plane was used by many of the most successful German aces and considered better than the other main german plan, the Folk Wolf, when considering speed and all around flying capability.
-Bob Collins]]> 2022-08-31 18:21:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2278152534 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2278422960 This was the main tank used by Germans during Operation Barbarossa. These tanks have a lot of speed, but have a bigger artillery piece than the Panzer II. This tank went through 14 different designs! The panzer IV was made to support this tank and the production of it was very slow; they were done making them by 1943. I chose this tank because I did not see anyone else do it.
-Kennedy Gramme]]> 2022-08-31 23:45:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2278422960 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2278634822 A plane used by the Nazi's in WWII, it was a dive bomber.  It also had siren used just for the effect of scaring people into thinking it was worse than it actually was.  I liked it because I liked that they added the siren just because it made it sound scary.  
Madison Taylor]]> 2022-09-01 02:39:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2278634822 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2279720082 The HMS Hood was the pride and joy of the British Royal Navy towards the beginning of the war. The Hood was slightly faster than the German Bismark, however in the battle for the Straight Of Denmark, HMS Hood took several artillery rounds blowing up munition's storage deep within the ship causing it too sink. This caused furry in the British population soon after a huge uproar began to sink the Bismark in revenge. The Hood had a crew of 1,419 men...only 3 survived the ship blowing up and ultimately sinking.

Chase Beck]]> 2022-09-01 18:30:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2279720082 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2280159575 The molotov cocktail was a concoction made by the Finish during the Winter War of World War 2. The finish needed another weapon to help combat the Soviets. Their answer was the molotov cocktail. It is made with a glass bottle filled with gasoline or alcohol and stuffed at the top with a rag. To activate this weapon, you must light the rag and throw the bottle. This weapon was proved to be highly effective and was named after Stalin's chief of staff, Vyacheslav Molotov. I chose this weapon because I think it is super bad***. It did some pretty gnarly damage. It is a famous weapon that Finland used to hold up against the Soviets. 
Abbey Knight]]> 2022-09-02 02:37:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2280159575 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2280702719 U-boats are Germany's underwater boats (submarines). They were incredibly efficient during World War 2 and allowed the Germans to attack from underwater. They used these in sinking many boats from other countries and would form a naval blockade against enemies. ]]> 2022-09-02 13:18:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2280702719 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2280984071 The Spitfire was a fighter pane used in Great Britain to fend off against the German Luftwaffe. It was a member of the royal air force and was seen as a symbol to many civilians about how Britain was putting up a fight against the germans. It was very effective against many german fighter planes and was a major part to defending the airs in England. I chose this weapon because it represents a sense of patriotism that was shown throughout all of England about how they were trying their best to defend against Hitler. 
Robert Ward]]> 2022-09-02 17:11:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2280984071 https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2420051166 The Panzer IV Tank played an important role in Blitzkrieg. After Adolf Hitler obtained power in 1933, the German government was open about its tank production. In the spring of 1934 the German Army began developing the Panzer tank. Over the next few years the Panzer I, Panzer II, Panzer III and Panzer IV were produced.]]> 2022-12-14 03:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jasonweidert/9s5t8spu9iyae98l/wish/2420051166