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During the Vietnam War, often times US tanks and ACAVs would traverse the same territory...daily. When mounted (riding a tank), the loader would dismount while the TC directed the driver to follow the walking loader, who was now directly in front of the tank or ACAV. As the loader continued walking (slowly) he would be LOOKING at the ground to see if anything was DIFFERENT than yesterday. When he stopped, the tank stopped. He'd start walking again, and maybe with the wave of the hand to follow, the tank would begin following again...until they reached their objective...then he'd remount the tank and they'd go about their merry way...or, they'd park there, until the next orders arrived.
When walking in front of the tank, if the loader had noticed anything DIFFERENT he'd most likely grab a stick and gently raise up the material (his decision, his way) to test how far he could get away with it...to see what it was...he only needed a clue, it wasn't necessary to see the whole object, just enough to put two and two together and decide it was a mine. OR, if the dirt was discolored, that was almost a "given" (a 99% chance there's a mine there). If our tanks have been hitting mines (exploding) routinely the last few weeks, then Engineers with mine sweepers accompanied the tank men. Those took all day to operate and were very very time consuming...even the Engineers didn't like it; they knew the men watching (non-engineers) were becoming impatient. Crewmen manning Patton tanks finally just took to running suspected mined areas over with their tanks, thus exploding them (and damaging the tanks). M-113 ACAVs and M-551 Sheridan tanks were exempted from those missions, as the anti-tank mines would DESTROY those armored vehicles. Anti-Tank mines in Vietnam were circular shaped about 12 to 18 inches across and about 4 to 6 inches tall (thick), and built of sheet metal (packed with charges); a mechanical device was in the center on top. About half were manufactured in Red China and were called CHICOMs; the other half were made in the Soviet Union.
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What is the German word for landmine?
The German word for landmine is Landmine.
What are the safety measures to be aware of when handling a landmine extension?
When handling a landmine, it is important to follow these safety measures: Always assume that the landmine is active and dangerous. Do not touch or move the landmine. Keep a safe distance from the landmine and do not approach it. Mark the area and report the landmine to the authorities immediately. Do not attempt to disarm or tamper with the landmine yourself.
What are some effective exercises that can be performed using a barbell landmine?
Some effective exercises that can be performed using a barbell landmine include landmine squats, landmine presses, landmine rows, and landmine twists. These exercises can help improve strength, stability, and overall fitness.
What are some effective exercises that can be performed using the t bar landmine equipment?
Some effective exercises that can be performed using the T-bar landmine equipment include landmine rows, landmine squats, landmine presses, and landmine twists. These exercises can help improve strength, stability, and overall fitness.
When was Landmine Marathon created?
Landmine Marathon was created in 2004.
When was Landmine - Transformers - created?
Landmine - Transformers - was created in 1988.
What makes a landmine explode?
When you put pressure on the landmine, the firing pin arms itself. When you step off, the landmine explodes.
What are some effective landmine bar exercises for building strength and muscle?
Some effective landmine bar exercises for building strength and muscle include landmine squats, landmine presses, landmine rows, and landmine deadlifts. These exercises target multiple muscle groups and can help improve overall strength and muscle development.
When was Zero Landmine created?
Zero Landmine was created in 2001-04.
When was Diamond on a Landmine created?
Diamond on a Landmine was created on 2010-06-21.
What is the weight of a Landmine Bar?
The weight of a Landmine Bar is typically around 45 pounds.
When was Uganda Landmine Survivors Association created?
Uganda Landmine Survivors Association was created in 2005.
