Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind
Overview
Wirbelwind
Two well camouflaged Wirbelwind self-propelled anti-aircraft guns in use during World War 2.
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Nickname, German for "biscuit tin"
Details
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Wirbelwind
Top view of a Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind self-propelled anti-aircraft gun.
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Wirbelwind
A Wirbelwind self-propelled anti-aircraft gun being inspected by US troops.
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