Vickers Class S Cannon
Explore the Vickers Class S, a formidable 40mm British cannon of WWII, originally designed for air combat, adapted for anti-tank roles in North Africa and Burma.
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COW Gun (Coventry Ordnance Works)
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British Helicopters in the Falklands
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Westland Commando
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Vickers Class K (VGO) Machine Gun
Explore the Vickers Class K (VGO) machine gun, a British aviation legend of WWII. From aircraft defense to SAS ground raids, discover its unique design and service.
Vickers Mk.I (V)
Explore the history of the iconic Vickers Mk.I machine gun, its evolution in aviation from WWI to WWII, and its global impact as a key weapon.
Vickers Heavy Machine Guns
Explore the history and evolution of Vickers heavy machine guns, from WWI anti-zeppelin efforts to various post-war military and naval applications.