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Military vehicles are strong, awesome and probably on your list of vehicles you wish you owned. How many of these powerful military vehicles can you name from an image?
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Buffalo Mine Protected Route Clearance Vehicle
This six-wheeled driven vehicle is used for route clearance and the movement of debris off roads, paths, etc. It is also able to withstand blasts from mines and other forms of explosions, which may cripple the vehicle but will keep occupants safe. It was first used in Afghanistan in 2003 by engineers of the United States Army. The Buffalo has a 30ft robotic arm which is employed to clear routes without the occupants of the vehicle needing to disembark.
Ch'onma-ho Main Battle Tank
FV425 Armored Carrier
M1059 Smoke Generator Vehicle
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Minesweeper
Minesweepers have the sole purpose of detecting and removing sea mines that could be a threat to other ships in a fleet. The U.S. Navy currently operates the Avenger Class. They are capable of detecting a range of mines including those that float or that are anchored to the seabed. Once found, they are destroyed. They operate out of Bahrain, the United States and Japan.
Hunter-Killer Submarine
Cruiser
Destroyer
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
LAV-25 Light Armored Vehicle
An armored 8x8 reconnaissance vehicle produced in Canada, the LAV-25 Light Armored Vehicle was introduced in 1983. It has seen action in many war zones including the First Persian Gulf War, Afghanistan and Iraq. it is an all-terrain vehicle, capable of traveling over extremely rocky areas as well as through rivers. It serves with the United States Army and Marine Corps and is available in a host of configurations, depending on the task it must fulfill.
Olifant Mk1A
RG-31 Nyala
Centauro VRCC
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
INKAS Huron APC
M1117 Armored Security Vehicle
The M1117 Armored Security Vehicle, or Guardian as it is known, offers more protection than the Humvee, backed with excellent firepower in the form of a grenade launcher and heavy machine gun. It features modular expandable outer armor which helps improve crew survivability, especially in an urban warfare situation where roadside improvised exploded devices (IED) are the norm. It has seen service in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Dartz Prombron Black Shark
Centauro VRCC
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Dewoitine D.500
Hawker Typhoon
The Hawker Typhoon was originally intended to replace the Hawker Hurricane as a frontline fighter. It was outclassed by many German aircraft, however. It soon found its niche and became an excellent ground attack aircraft with the ability to carry rockets and bombs as part of its payload.
Lockheed Ventura
Blackburn Skua
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Destroyer - Arleigh Burke Class
Destroyer Escort - Cannon Class
Guided Missile Submarine
With the ability to support a strike force or special operations, the Ohio Class Guided Missile Submarine offers excellent stealth and clandestine characteristics. It can carry up to 154 Tomahawk cruise missiles, as well as torpedoes. The ship is 560 feet in length and weighs 16,764 metric tons. Propulsion is provided by nuclear power, giving a top speed of just over 20 knots.
Ocean Surveillance Ship - Victorious Class
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
PLZ89 Self-Propelled 122mm Howitzer
R3 Capraia armoured car
R3 Capraia armoured car
M1 Abrams
Named after former Army Chief of Staff General Creighton W. Abrams, the M1 entered service in 1979 and is still in production today. It has seen extensive combat action, firstly in the 1991 Gulf War, as well as in Afghanistan and Iraq. Over 8,000 have been produced for the United States and its allies. It has a maximum speed of 42 mph and a range of 265 miles. Armament comes in the form of a 105mm rifled main gun as well as three machine guns of varying calibers.
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Supermarine Spitfire
Hawker Hurricane
Lockheed P-38 Lightning
North American P-51 Mustang
The North American P-51 Mustang is legendary in aviation circles. This is the aircraft that first flew bomber escort missions over Germany, something the German high command thought impossible. It was a great all-around fighter, capable of ground attack duties as well. Interestingly, the first Mustang models suffered from underpowered engines. It was only when the Rolls Royce Merlin was fitted to the airframe that it became a world beater.
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Grumman F8F Bearcat
Designed as a carrier-based fighter and entering service in mid-1945, the Grumman F8F Bearcat saw no action during World War II. The war came to an end before it could be deployed in any large numbers.
Ambrosini SAI.207
Focke-Wulf Ta 152
Rogožarski IK-3
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
M41 Walker Bulldog
Type 96 (MBT)
A Chinese Battle Tank introduced in service in 1997, the Type 96 is operated by a crew of three. This 47-ton tank has a 1,000-HP diesel engine capable of propelling it at speeds of up to 40 mph on roads. It can traverse gradients of 60%, cross trenches of up to 2.7 m and operate in water up to 1.4 m deep. Sudan is the only other country operating the Type 96 at this point
FV510 Warrior
Black Eagle Tank
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
HIT Al-Zarrar
With the help of Ukraine and based on the Chinese Type 59 series tank, Pakistan started development of the Al-Zarrar in 1990, with the first tanks reaching the Pakistan army in 2004. Although the Type 59 remains the base, there were 54 modifications made to it to produce the Al-Zarrar design. The main armament of this battle tank takes the form of a 125mm smoothbore gun, capable of firing the Naiza, a depleted uranium shell developed in Pakistan.
MOWAG Grenadier
M117 Guardian
M998 HMMWV Humvee
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Destroyer - Kongo Class
Amphibious - Dock Landing Ships
Amphibious Dock Landing Ships give the U.S. Navy the ability to get troops, vehicles and other supplies into battle zones. They are also used in humanitarian missions around the world. These ships are equipped with a contingent of troops, helicopters, aircraft (in some cases), various vehicles and landing craft.
Support Ship - Karel Doorman Class
Hospital Ship - Daishandao Class
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Avenger Air Defense Vehicle
ROTEM K2 Black Panther
A battle tank in use by the South Korean military, the K2 Black Panther is one of the most modern tanks in service today. It features a 120mm smoothbore gun which fires 15 rounds a minute or one every four seconds. Rumors suggest that these rounds are able to penetrate a range of tank armor, including that used by the M1A2 Abrams. The K2 can climb slopes of up to 60 degrees while it has a snorkel system that allows it to cross water around 13ft deep. It is also capable of clearing obstacles that are 1.3m in height, all of which ensure that it is a formidable opponent on the battlefield.
B1 Centauro
Black Eagle Tank
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Casspir
Dragoon 300
M-ATV
Developed by Oshkosh, the M-ATV is an extremely mobile tactical vehicle that can transport 5 crew while providing excellent protection. It is also considered to be Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP), capable of withstanding road side improvised explosive devices (IEDs). The M-ATV is available in various configurations depending on the task at hand.
Ferret FV711
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Funker 530
ACEC Cobra
C1 Ariete
All Terrain Vehicle
With its ability to provide extremely mobile transportation for individual troops, All Terrain Vehicles or ATV's are mostly used by Special Forces around the world. Not only are they easily transported but they allow operators to move quickly across the battlefield, often in terrain that heavier vehicles are not able to access. There are also excellent when used on reconnaissance missions thanks to their all terrain capabilities as well as mobility. An example of a military ATV is the Polaris MV 800.
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement
In service with the United States Navy and Marine Corps since 1998, the MTVR has many models, including haulers, dump trucks, and other specialized forms. The MTVR, built by Oshkosh, has six wheels, is powered by a diesel engine and can carry up to 15 tons, depending on the condition of the surface upon which it is traveling. This vehicle has seen operational combat in Iraq as well as Afghanistan.
K-50 Truck
MAZ-7310
Pindad Komodo
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Fiat CR.32
Mitsubishi G3M
Grumman F6F Hellcat/Gannet
The Grumman F6F Hellcat was designed specifically to replace the F4F Wildcat, which had suffered at the hands of Japanese A6M Zeros in the Pacific theater. This rugged fighter did indeed outperform the Zero. Over 12 000 were built in just two years.
Amiot 143
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Heinkel He 162
Bell P-63 Kingcobra
The Bell P-63 Kingcobra proved to be a slight improvement on its predecessor, the P-39 Airacobra. Much like the Airacobra, the Soviets used 72% of the models built in their fight against Germany and Japan.
Focke-Wulf F200 Condor
Short Stirling
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Rogožarski IK-3
Curtiss P-36 Hawk/Mohawk
Designed in the mid-1930s the Curtis P-36 Hawk was one of the first monoplane fighters used by the United States. Much of the combat seen by these models were in the hands of French pilots during the Battle of France. Many were captured after the fall of France and sent to Finland, where they were used against the Russian Air Force. The P-36 Hawk did claim the first Japanese aircraft shot down of the war during the raid on Pearl Harbor.
Seversky P-35
Polikarpov I-16
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Heinkel He 111
Brewster F2A Buffalo
The Brewster F2A Buffalo was the first monoplane carrier-based fighter of the U.S. Navy. Although it was an adequate aircraft at the start of the war, it suffered significant losses during the Battle of Midway, with their pilots describing them as "flying coffins."
Martin B-26 Marauder
Blackburn Shark
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Republic P-47 Thunderbolt
The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, or "Jug" as it was affectionately known by its pilots, was a very versatile aircraft. From escorting bombers over Germany to ground attack missions, the Jug could do it all. It was a massive piece of machinery - when fully loaded with weapons and fuel, it weighed around 8 tons.
CAC Boomerang
Caudron C.714
Boeing P-26 Peashooter
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Blohm & Voss BV 138
de Havilland Dragon
Polikarpov I-153
North American P-64
First flown in 1940, the North American P-64 was built as a fighter for export to other countries. They saw action in 1941 with the Peruvian Air Force during the Ecuadorian-Peruvian war.
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Reggiane Re 2000 Falco I
Messerschmitt Me 410 Hornisse
Kawasaki Ki-61
The Kawasaki Ki-61 "Tony" was a fighter/interceptor serving in the Japanese Air Force during World War II. Unlike many Japanese fighters at the time, the Tony could reach American B-29 Super Fortress bombers at their operational height and engage them.
Bloch MB 150
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
TH 400 6×6 Reconnaissance Vehicle
ARTEC Boxer
With its modular design, the Boxer can be changed to suit whatever situation it is needed in. This infantry transport vehicle has a crew of 3 with a further six soldiers that can disembark when needed. It is armed with a 30mm MK30-2 cannon, capable of firing 600 rounds per minute. The Boxer is can travel at speeds of around 100 km/h.
T-90 Main Battle Tank
Rosomak 8×8 IFV
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Vultee P-66 Vanguard
Hawker Hurricane
Boulton Paul Defiant
Avia BH-33
An obsolete biplane design by the time World War II started, the only Avia BH-33s to see combat belonged to the Yugoslavian Air Force. They were both shot down, with their pilots killed.
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Leopard 2A7
Norinco MBT-3000
The Norinco Main Battle Tank (MBT) - 3000 is in service with the Chinese People's Liberation Army, although it is also intended for export markets. Its armament consists of a 125mm main gun with 38 rounds. It is loosely based on the Russian T-72 tank with significant upgrades. The MBT can travel at up to 67 km/h on road surfaces and has a range of 500 km.
K2 Black Panther
Merkava Mk.4
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Navistar International MaxxPro
Classified as an armored fighting vehicle, the Navistar International MaxxPro is capable of withstanding small arms fire, rocket-propelled grenades and roadside bombs. It is in service with a range of armed forces throughout the world. Armament includes a range of options such as a 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine guns or 40 mm grenade launcher.
Type 38 Ho-Ro
AVGP Husky
M36 Jackson
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Curtiss-Wright P-40 Warhawk
MÃVAG Héja
A fighter aircraft of Hungarian design, the MÃVAG Héja was based on the Italian Reggiane Re.2000. They saw little combat during the war as most were placed in home defense squadrons. One squadron did fly on the Russian front, however.
Westland Welkin
Junkers Ju88
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Reggiane Re.2005
PZL P.24
A Polish high-wing monoplane fighter, the PZL. P.24 was intended for export and didn't serve in the Polish Air Force. It did, however, serve with the Turkish, Greek, and Romanian Air Force.
Vultee P-66 Vanguard
Yakovlev Yak-7
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Curtiss-Wright CW-21 Demon
Designed with export in mind, the Curtiss-Wright CW-21 Demon, of which 62 were built, served with the Chinese Nationalist Air Force, as well as with the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army Air Force. It was a more than adequate fighter plane.
Northrop P-61 Black Widow
Vickers Wellington
Savoia-Marchetti SM.82 Marsupiale
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Kawanishi N1K/N1K-J
Yakovlev Yak-9
The Yakovlev Yak-9 was the most produced Soviet fighter of World War II. It was essentially a lighter version of the Yak-7 and over 16 000 were built. During the Korean War, the Yak-9 was used by the North Korean Air Force.
Hawker Sea Hurricane
Fokker D.XXI
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Rogožarski IK-3
The Rogožarski IK-3 was a Yugoslavian fighter from World War II. Although it was a capable aircraft, the Yugoslavian Air Force was simply overwhelmed when the Axis powers invaded the country in 1941, although they did claim 11 kills. All aircraft were destroyed to stop them from falling into German hands.
Tupolev TB-3
Vickers Warwick
Bolton Paul Defiant
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Junkers Ju 188
Bristol Bisley
Lockheed Hudson
Dornier Do 217
The Dornier 217 was an upgrade on the Dornier 17. It could carry a bigger payload, as well as attack targets far beyond the 17's range. It served on all fronts in a variety of roles, including conventional bombing, torpedo bombing, and anti-shipping. It was even converted into a night-fighter towards the end of the war.
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Yokosuka P1Y Ginga
Fairey Fulmar
The Fairey Fulmar was designed as a carrier-based fighter. It played a role during the battles in the Meditteranean early in the war, but was not agile enough to take on land-based fighters of the Italian and German Air Force. With the arrival of the Supermarine Seafire, the Fulmar become obsolete and from then on was mostly used in a training role.
PZL.37 ÅoÅ›
Tupolev Tu-2
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Douglas Destroyer
Hawker Typhoon
Blackburn Roc
Lavochkin La-5
Able to stand up to all of the German fighters on the Eastern Front, the Lavochkin La-5 was essentially a refinement of the LaGG-3. One of the major changes was a much more powerful engine. Interestingly, due to the fact that cockpits were difficult to open at high speed and had a problem with fumes entering them, pilots often entered combat with their cockpits open.
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Which military plane is shown in this image?
Boeing P-26 Peashooter
The Boeing P-26 Peashooter was the first American design to be constructed totally out of metal. Although it was designed as a fighter, it was out of date by the time America entered the war.
Nakajima AN2
Avia B-534
Fairey Firefly
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Attack Submarine - Virginia Class
The Virginia Class attack submarine is a nuclear-powered ship with the primary role of destroying enemy shipping and submarines. It can be used to gather intelligence and play a role in reconnaissance and support. It is armed with torpedoes and Tomahawk cruise missiles. This submarine is capable of 25 knots and is manned by 15 officers and 117 crew.
Joint Command Ship - Blue Ridge Class
Hospital Ship - Mercy Class
Fast Combat Replenishment Ship - Supply Class
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Special Op Craft Riverine
Special Operations Craft Riverine are used by U.S. Special Forces, including SEAL teams. They are designed to operate along coastal areas and on rivers. An example of such a boat is the Anaconda. It is capable of speeds of up to 50 knots and is extremely agile. It can transport up to 14 troops.
Support Ship
Hospital Ship
Stores Ship
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
B1 Centauro
Cougar 6x6 MRAP
Another vehicle built to withstand mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), the Cougar serves in all the major arms of the United States military. It has a top speed of 65 mph, a range of 350 miles and carries a crew of two plus eight additional troops. It is used in a number of roles including patrols, convoy support, reconnaissance, medical evacuation and more.
Bv 206 Articulated Tractor
M1117 Armored Security Vehicle
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Attack Submarine - Los Angeles Class
With over 40 ships on active duty as of 2017, the Los Angeles Class Attack Submarine is the backbone of the U.S. Navy submersible force. These subs are armed with torpedoes and Tomahawk cruise missiles. They are powered by one nuclear reactor driving a turbine which gives a top speed of over 25 knots. 129 crew are on board each sub.
Gun Cruiser - De Zeven Provinciën Class
MT Tug - Habagat Class
Destroyer - Type 052B
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Transport Tanker - Chesapeake Class
Oceanographic Research Ship
Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle
An undersea rescue vehicle with two crew, this ship has the ability to locate submarines in distress. It then latches onto the hatch and has the ability to transport 24 crew at a time back to the surface. It also includes a gripping arm, capable of lifting 1,000 pounds.
Amphibious Command Ship
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Which military vehicle is shown in this image?
Ratel
XM2001 Crusader
Intended to replace the M109A6 Paladin, the Crusader self-propelled howitzer trialed in 1998. It was meant to enter service in 2008 but the program was canceled as the vehicle weighed too much and wasn't very mobile. Its development certainly wasn't a waste, as some systems produced for the Crusader ended up in the XM1203 NLOS-C.
PZA Loara
Black Eagle Tank
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Mine Countermeasures Vessel - Avenger Class
Ammunition Ship - Kilauea Class
Transport Tanker - Henry J. Kaiser Class
Frigate
The Knox Class Frigate in service with the U.S. Navy is primarily used for anti-submarine warfare. This class entered service in 1969. It is powered by two steam boilers and one turbine, giving it a maximum speed of 27 knots. Armament comes in the form of deck guns, torpedoes, anti-submarine missiles and anti-ship missiles.
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Marine Corps Prepositioning Ship - Hauge Class
Vehicle Cargo Ship - Cape Lambert Class
Littoral Combat - Independence Class
The Independence class littoral combat ship is a multipurpose ship that is capable of speeds up to 40 knots. Its modular design allows for different configurations, depending on its current mission. It is powered by two diesel engines and has a range of around 4,300 nautical miles. This ship class has a crew of 40 with space for an additional 35, depending on the current mission.
Dock Landing Ship - Whidbey Island Class
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Sloop
Sloops served in the United States navy from the 1700s using wind power and into the late 1800s driven by steam power. Sloops were used as attack vessels, thanks to their cannon armament. They were smaller than frigates and were fast and maneuverable. Of course, because of this, they didn't have as much firepower.
Heavy Landing Craft - Balikpapan Class
Tank Landing Ship - LST 117 Class
Utility Landing Craft - Tagbanua Class
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Nancang Replenishment Ship
Missile Boat
Missile boats are no longer in service with the U.S. Navy. The last boats designated as missile boats were the Pegasus Class Hydrofoils that served from 1977 to 1993. They were built specifically to counter Soviet threats at the time, in the form of the Komar and Osa class missile boats. Each boat was armed with eight Harpoon anti-ship missiles, capable of destroying a target over 110km away.
Nuclear Submarine
Buoy Lifter
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Light Cruiser
Light cruisers served with distinction in the U.S. Navy during World War II. The Cleveland Class was the most plentiful and were either part of Carrier Task Forces in the Pacific or part of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet. Many saw service after the war, but the last was decommissioned in 1979. These cruisers could travel at speeds of over 30 knots.
Naval Tug
Pocket Battleship
Aircraft Carrier
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Cable Ship
Assault Ship
Q-Ship
Q-Ships were used extensively during both World Wars. Essentially, they were seen by the enemy to be merchant ships and thus an easy kill. Although some still acted as merchant ships, many held concealed weapons and turned them on an unsuspecting and certainly unready enemy. However, they were not very successful and the idea was scrapped in 1943.
Landing Craft
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Icebreaker
Minelayer
Minelayers played an active role in the U.S. Navy during World War II in particular. The purpose of the craft was to lay sea-going mines that would hopefully sink enemy ships. Today, although some countries still make use of these vessels, the U.S. Navy have no active minelayers and instead use aircraft to do the job instead.
Logistic Support Ship
Surveillance Ship
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Which military ship is shown in this image?
Landing Ship
Dreadnought
Dreadnoughts received their name from HMS Dreadnought, launched in 1906. This massive battleship caught the public's imagination -- all large battleships after that were termed Dreadnoughts. The U.S. Navy had Dreadnoughts of their own, including the USS Texas, which is still in existence today and acts as a museum ship. It served from 1912 to 1948.
Submarine
Heavy Battleship
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