| Error creating thumbnail: File missing Join our Discord! |
| If you have been locked out of your account you can request a password reset here. |
From Hell to Victory: Difference between revisions
Jump to navigation
Jump to search
PyramidHead (talk | contribs) No edit summary |
|||
| (7 intermediate revisions by 3 users not shown) | |||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
{{Infobox Movie | {{Infobox Movie | ||
|name = From Hell to Victory | |name = ''From Hell to Victory'' | ||
|picture = From Hell to Victory Poster.jpg | |picture = From Hell to Victory Poster.jpg | ||
|caption = ''English Release Poster'' | |caption = ''English Release Poster'' | ||
| Line 27: | Line 27: | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''''From Hell to Victory''''' (Italian title ''Contro 4 bandiere'' ("Under four flags"), French title ''De l'enfer à la victoire'' ("From hell to victory"), Spanish title ''De Dunquerque a la victoria'' ("From Dunkirk to victory")) is a 1979 Italian-French-Spanish World War II movie directed by [[Umberto Lenzi]] (credited as Hank Milestone). The story | '''''From Hell to Victory''''' (Italian title ''Contro 4 bandiere'' ("Under four flags"), French title ''De l'enfer à la victoire'' ("From hell to victory"), Spanish title ''De Dunquerque a la victoria'' ("From Dunkirk to victory")) is a 1979 Italian-French-Spanish World War II movie directed by [[Umberto Lenzi]] (credited as Hank Milestone). The story traces the fate of six men and women who were close friends in pre-war Paris, but the war moved them on opposite sides of the front. | ||
The movie was filmed in Spain which affected the screen weapons. It's also worth noting that Lenzi heavily reused footage from two Italian-Spanish war movies, ''[[Dirty Heroes]]'' (1967) and ''[[Eagles over London]]'' (1969). | The movie was filmed in Spain which affected the screen weapons. It's also worth noting that Lenzi heavily reused footage from two Italian-Spanish war movies, ''[[Dirty Heroes]]'' (1967) and ''[[Eagles over London]]'' (1969). | ||
| Line 37: | Line 37: | ||
= Handguns = | = Handguns = | ||
== Walther P38 == | == Walther P38 == | ||
[[Walther P38]] pistols are seen in hands of German officers and French Resistance fighters. | [[Walther P38]] pistols are seen in the hands of German officers and French Resistance fighters. | ||
[[Image:P38Black.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Walther P38 WWII dated with black grips - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:P38Black.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Walther P38 WWII dated with black grips - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-P38-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A French Resistance fighter holds a P38.]] | [[File:FHTV-P38-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A French Resistance fighter holds a P38.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-P38-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Gestapo agent with P38.]] | [[File:FHTV-P38-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Gestapo agent with a P38.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-P38-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An SS officer threatens a French ''curé''.]] | [[File:FHTV-P38-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An SS officer threatens a French ''curé''.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-P38-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Col. Jürgen Dietrich ([[Horst Buchholz]]) with a P38.]] | [[File:FHTV-P38-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Col. Jürgen Dietrich ([[Horst Buchholz]]) with a P38.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-P38-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An SS officer ([[Howard Vernon]]) with a P38 in holster.]] | [[File:FHTV-P38-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An SS officer ([[Howard Vernon]]) with a P38 in a holster.]] | ||
== Astra 400/600 == | == Astra 400/600 == | ||
In one scene a French Resistance fighter | In one scene, a French Resistance fighter assassinates a German high officer with an Astra pistol. It's hard to say if it is an [[Astra 400]] or [[Astra 600]]. | ||
[[File:Astra 400 right.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Astra 400 - 9 x 23mm Bergmann / Largo]] | [[File:Astra 400 right.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Astra 400 - 9 x 23mm Bergmann / Largo]] | ||
[[Image:Astra600.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Astra 600 - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:Astra600.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Astra 600 - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Resistance fighter shows his pistol to Fabienne ([[Anny Duperey]]).]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Resistance fighter shows his pistol to Fabienne ([[Anny Duperey]]).]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the pistol.]] | ||
== 1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol == | == 1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol == | ||
While | While operating in the French Resistance, Fabienne ([[Anny Duperey]]) carries a [[1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol]]. | ||
[[Image:Mauser1934.jpg|thumb|none|300px|1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol - 6.35mm]] | [[Image:Mauser1934.jpg|thumb|none|300px|1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol - 6.35mm]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fabienne draws her pistol during the shootout on Eiffel Tower.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fabienne draws her pistol during the shootout on the Eiffel Tower.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the pistol.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the pistol.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jürgen Dietrich ([[Horst Buchholz]]) finds the pistol in Fabienne's handbag.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jürgen Dietrich ([[Horst Buchholz]]) finds the pistol in Fabienne's handbag.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-11.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fabienne carries her pistol in stocking. The shape of the grip can be seen.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-11.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Fabienne carries her pistol in a stocking. The shape of the grip can be seen.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Gestapo agent holds Fabienne's pistol.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Gestapo agent holds Fabienne's pistol.]] | ||
== Mauser HSc == | == Mauser HSc == | ||
A suppressed [[Mauser HSc]] is used by Maj. Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) during the operation against the German plant | A suppressed [[Mauser HSc]] is used by Maj. Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) during the operation against the German plant producing fuel for V-2 missiles. | ||
[[Image:Mauser HSc Plastic Grip.jpg|thumb|none|300px|none|Mauser HSc with plastic grips - .32 ACP]] | [[Image:Mauser HSc Plastic Grip.jpg|thumb|none|300px|none|Mauser HSc with plastic grips - .32 ACP]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rosson in diving suit appears from the water intake, holding his suppressed pistol.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rosson in a diving suit appears from the water intake, holding his suppressed pistol.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-07.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the pistol.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-07.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the pistol.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rosson fires at a guard.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Rosson fires at a guard.]] | ||
== M1911A1 == | == M1911A1 == | ||
In several scenes US officers and warrant officers carry pistols in holsters. The pistols appear to be [[M1911A1]]s but it's also possible that they are really Spanish [[Star Model B]] pistols. | In several scenes, US officers and warrant officers carry pistols in holsters. The pistols appear to be [[M1911A1]]s but it's also possible that they are really Spanish [[Star Model B]] pistols. | ||
[[Image:M1911Colt.jpg|thumb|300px|none|World War II Colt M1911A1 Pistol - .45 ACP. This was an issued U.S. Army pistol with parkerized finish, thus the official designation of M1911A1]] | [[Image:M1911Colt.jpg|thumb|300px|none|World War II Colt M1911A1 Pistol - .45 ACP. This was an issued U.S. Army pistol with parkerized finish, thus the official designation of M1911A1]] | ||
[[Image:StarPistolB.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Star Model B Pistol, blued finish - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:StarPistolB.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Star Model B Pistol, blued finish - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-M1911-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Sgt. Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) carries a pistol in holster during the commando raid.]] | [[File:FHTV-M1911-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Sgt. Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) carries a pistol in a holster during the commando raid.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-M1911-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maj. Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) carries a pistol in holster in the final scene in liberated Paris.]] | [[File:FHTV-M1911-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maj. Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) carries a pistol in a holster in the final scene in liberated Paris.]] | ||
== Unidentified pistol == | == Unidentified pistol == | ||
In one scene Sgt. Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) is seen with a pistol. It looks smaller than M1911A1 or Star Model B. | In one scene, Sgt. Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) is seen with a pistol. It looks smaller than an M1911A1 or Star Model B. | ||
[[File:FHTV-Pistol-10.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jim Rosson holds his pistol during the battle.]] | [[File:FHTV-Pistol-10.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jim Rosson holds his pistol during the battle.]] | ||
= Submachine Guns = | = Submachine Guns = | ||
== Sten Mk II == | == Sten Mk II == | ||
[[Sten Mk II]] is used by Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) during | A [[Sten Mk II]] is used by Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) during his war career (except for the final scene when he is armed with a Thompson). Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) is seen with a Sten during the battle in Normandy. Stens are also carried by British soldiers in several scenes. | ||
[[Image:Sten.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Sten Mk II - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:Sten.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Sten Mk II - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[Image:Unitsten2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Sten Mk II (Canadian) - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:Unitsten2.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Sten Mk II (Canadian) - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Sten-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A British soldier holds a Sten with a T-shaped buttstock.]] | [[File:FHTV-Sten-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A British soldier holds a Sten with a T-shaped buttstock.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Sten-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) with a [[M1A1 Thompson]] and Maurice Bernard with Sten during the St. Nazaire Raid.]] | [[File:FHTV-Sten-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) with a [[M1A1 Thompson]] and Maurice Bernard with a Sten during the St. Nazaire Raid.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Sten-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-Sten-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the firing Sten.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Sten-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice reloads his Sten during the battle in Normandy.]] | [[File:FHTV-Sten-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice reloads his Sten during the battle in Normandy.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Sten-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brett Rosson (in the middle) with a Sten.]] | [[File:FHTV-Sten-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brett Rosson (in the middle) with a Sten.]] | ||
| Line 94: | Line 94: | ||
[[Image:M1sb.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1A1 Thompson with 30-round magazine - .45 ACP]] | [[Image:M1sb.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1A1 Thompson with 30-round magazine - .45 ACP]] | ||
[[Image:soldierwolf,20070107412.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1A1 Thompson with 20-round magazine and Cutts compensator - .45 ACP]] | [[Image:soldierwolf,20070107412.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1A1 Thompson with 20-round magazine and Cutts compensator - .45 ACP]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|OSS unit lands in France. An M1A1 is seen at the right.]] | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An OSS unit lands in France. An M1A1 is seen at the right.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|M1A1s with Cutts compensators are seen in the same scene.]] | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|M1A1s with Cutts compensators are seen in the same scene.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Sten-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) with Thompson and Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) with [[Sten Mk II]] during the St. Nazaire Raid.]] | [[File:FHTV-Sten-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) with a Thompson and Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) with a [[Sten Mk II]] during the St. Nazaire Raid.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier fires an M1A1 with Cutts compensator.]] | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier fires an M1A1 with Cutts compensator.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A guard holds an M1A1 with Cutts compensator.]] | ||
== M1928A1 Thompson == | == M1928A1 Thompson == | ||
[[M1928A1 Thompson]]s are also used by American soldiers. | [[M1928A1 Thompson]]s are also used by American soldiers. | ||
[[File:M1928A1 Thompson.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1928A1 Thompson with 30-round magazine - .45 ACP. This specimen has the sling swivel relocated to the top of the stock, a modification often made to Thompsons in British service.]] | [[File:M1928A1 Thompson.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1928A1 Thompson with 30-round magazine - .45 ACP. This specimen has the sling swivel relocated to the top of the stock, a modification often made to Thompsons in British service.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An American soldier fires a Thompson | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An American soldier fires a Thompson.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-10.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M1928A1 is seen in Maj. Brett Rosson's ([[George Peppard]]) office.]] | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-10.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M1928A1 is seen in Maj. Brett Rosson's ([[George Peppard]]) office.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-11.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two soldiers with M1928A1s.]] | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-11.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two soldiers with M1928A1s.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-16.jpg|thumb|none|600px| | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-16.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M1928-style rear sight is seen at the right.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-17.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) and Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) in the final scene in liberated Paris.]] | [[File:FHTV-Thompson-17.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) and Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) in the final scene in liberated Paris.]] | ||
== MP40 == | == MP40 == | ||
German soldiers carry [[MP40]]s in several scenes. During the operation against the German plant | German soldiers carry [[MP40]]s in several scenes. During the operation against the German plant producing fuel for V-2 missiles, MP40s are used by Maj. Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) and Holland Resistance fighters, including their leader, Capt. Vanderkreut ([[Franco Fantasia]]). | ||
[[Image:MP40Side.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MP40 submachine gun - 9x19mm]] | [[Image:MP40Side.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MP40 submachine gun - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier fires an MP40 during the shootout with French Resistance fighters on the Eiffel Tower.]] | [[File:FHTV-MP40-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier fires an MP40 during the shootout with French Resistance fighters on the Eiffel Tower.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|German soldiers with MP40s in Paris.]] | [[File:FHTV-MP40-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|German soldiers with MP40s in Paris.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A British commando holds an MP40 during the St. Nazaire Raid.]] | [[File:FHTV-MP40-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A British commando holds an MP40 during the St. Nazaire Raid.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-MP40-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the muzzle.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier fires at commandos.]] | [[File:FHTV-MP40-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier fires at commandos.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier with MP40 in Nicole Levine's estate.]] | [[File:FHTV-MP40-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier with an MP40 in Nicole Levine's estate.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Holland Resistance fighter holds an MP40.]] | [[File:FHTV-MP40-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Holland Resistance fighter holds an MP40.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MP40-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brett Rosson fires an MP40.]] | [[File:FHTV-MP40-8.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brett Rosson fires an MP40.]] | ||
| Line 134: | Line 127: | ||
== M3 "Grease Gun" == | == M3 "Grease Gun" == | ||
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944 some US Army soldiers carry [[M3 "Grease Gun"]] SMGs. | During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, some US Army soldiers carry [[M3 "Grease Gun"]] SMGs. | ||
[[Image:M3_Grease.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M3 "Grease Gun" - .45 ACP]] | [[Image:M3_Grease.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M3 "Grease Gun" - .45 ACP]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-M3-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two soldiers with M3s are seen.]] | [[File:FHTV-M3-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two soldiers with M3s are seen.]] | ||
== | == Labora Fontbernat M1938 (Modified as Thompson-Style Submachine Guns) == | ||
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944 Sgt. Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) is seen with | During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, Sgt. Jim Rosson ([[Ray Lovelock]]) is seen with this modified submachine gun. It has a pistol grip and a foregrip and lacks the buttstock or has a folding one. It bears some resemblance to the Thompson, but the grip and the magazine well are too far from each other. Similar looking submachine guns are seen in the hands of American soldiers in some other scenes. Such props can be seen in some other Spanish-filmed movies of that time, like ''[[Cuba#M1921.2FM1928-Like_version|Cuba]]''. | ||
[[File:FHTV-SMG-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | [[File:Labora Fontbernat M1938.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Labora Fontbernat M1938 - 9x19mm Para or 9x23mm Largo]] | ||
[[Image:Colt1921AC.jpg|thumb|none|400px|For comparison: Colt M1921AC Thompson with 20-round magazine - .45 ACP.]] | |||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-12.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier fires a Thompson-style SMG with a foregrip.]] | |||
[[File:FHTV-Thompson-13.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier holds an unloaded SMG.]] | |||
[[File:FHTV-Mortar-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier holds an SMG at the background.]] | |||
[[File:FHTV-SMG-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Sgt. Jim Rosson with a Thompson-style SMG.]] | |||
= Rifles = | = Rifles = | ||
== Berthier Mle 1916 Carbine == | == Berthier Mle 1916 Carbine == | ||
During the Dunkirk evacuation Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) is seen with a [[Berthier Mle 1916]] Carbine. | During the Dunkirk evacuation, Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) is seen with a [[Berthier Mle 1916]] Carbine. | ||
[[Image:Bert-c92 70.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Berthier Model 1916 Carabine]] | [[Image:Bert-c92 70.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Berthier Model 1916 Carabine]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Berthier-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice | [[File:FHTV-Berthier-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice take cover from a German air attack.]] | ||
== M43 Spanish Mauser == | == M43 Spanish Mauser == | ||
[[M43 Spanish Mauser]] rifles are seen in several scenes in hands of French, German and American soldiers, standing for correct [[MAS-36]]s, [[Karabiner 98k]]s and [[Springfield M1903]]s. They can be identified due to typical auxiliary bayonet lugs and straight bolt handles. | [[M43 Spanish Mauser]] rifles are seen in several scenes in the hands of French, German, and American soldiers, standing in for correct [[MAS-36]]s, [[Karabiner 98k]]s, and [[Springfield M1903]]s. They can be identified due to the typical auxiliary bayonet lugs and straight bolt handles. | ||
[[Image:Mauser m43.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Spanish Mauser M43 - 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | [[Image:Mauser m43.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Spanish Mauser M43 - 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mauser-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|French soldiers carry M43 rifles while retreating to the seashore during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | [[File:FHTV-Mauser-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|French soldiers carry M43 rifles while retreating to the seashore during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mauser-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-Mauser-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of a rifle in the same scene.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mauser-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | [[File:FHTV-Mauser-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mauser-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|French soldiers carry their rifles over heads.]] | [[File:FHTV-Mauser-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|French soldiers carry their rifles over their heads.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mauser-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A man | [[File:FHTV-Mauser-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A man belonging to a Free French Forces commando unit holds a Mauser rifle at the left.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mauser-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|German soldiers with Mauser rifles burst into Nicole Levine's estate.]] | [[File:FHTV-Mauser-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|German soldiers with Mauser rifles burst into Nicole Levine's estate.]] | ||
| Line 166: | Line 164: | ||
British soldiers carry [[Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk.III*]] rifles in several scenes. | British soldiers carry [[Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk.III*]] rifles in several scenes. | ||
[[Image:SMLE.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk.III* - .303 British]] | [[Image:SMLE.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk.III* - .303 British]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-SMLE-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier with SMLE is seen during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | [[File:FHTV-SMLE-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier with an SMLE is seen during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-SMLE-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-SMLE-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the barrel.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-SMLE-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Numerous Lee-Enfields are seen in hands of British soldiers on board of a ship.]] | [[File:FHTV-SMLE-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Numerous Lee-Enfields are seen in the hands of British soldiers on board of a ship.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Schwarzlose-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An SMLE is seen at the left during the battle in Normandy.]] | [[File:FHTV-Schwarzlose-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An SMLE is seen at the left during the battle in Normandy.]] | ||
== M1 Carbine == | == M1 Carbine == | ||
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944 some US Army and Free French Forces soldiers carry [[M1 Carbine]]s. | During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, some US Army and Free French Forces soldiers carry [[M1 Carbine]]s. | ||
[[Image:M1-Carbine.jpg|thumb|none|400px|World War II Era M1 Carbine, with Dark Walnut Stock, 'L' peep sight and no bayonet lug - .30 Carbine - correct for most of WWII, shown with khaki sling and oiler and a period twin magazine pouch for buttstock]] | [[Image:M1-Carbine.jpg|thumb|none|400px|World War II Era M1 Carbine, with Dark Walnut Stock, 'L' peep sight and no bayonet lug - .30 Carbine - correct for most of WWII, shown with khaki sling and oiler and a period twin magazine pouch for buttstock]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-M1Carbine-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier drops his weapon, hit by shell explosion.]] | [[File:FHTV-M1Carbine-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier drops his weapon, hit by a shell explosion.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-M1Carbine-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier with M1 Carbine is seen at the right.]] | [[File:FHTV-M1Carbine-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A soldier with an M1 Carbine is seen at the right.]] | ||
= Machine Guns = | = Machine Guns = | ||
| Line 184: | Line 182: | ||
== MG42 == | == MG42 == | ||
An [[MG42]] on AA mounting is seen during the operation against the German plant | An [[MG42]] on an AA mounting is seen during the operation against the German plant producing fuel for V-2 missiles. | ||
[[Image:MG42.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG42 Machine Gun - 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | [[Image:MG42.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG42 Machine Gun - 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG42-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|German soldiers | [[File:FHTV-MG42-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|German soldiers fires at a British Mosquito bomber.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG42-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-MG42-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the barrel.]] | ||
== ZB26 == | == ZB26 == | ||
| Line 194: | Line 192: | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier runs with a ZB26 machine gun.]] | [[File:FHTV-MG-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A German soldier runs with a ZB26 machine gun.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two machine guns are planted near a burning tank.]] | [[File:FHTV-MG-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two machine guns are planted near a burning tank.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A GI (at the left) mows down German soldiers with his machine gun. In this case ZB26 stands for a [[BAR]].]] | [[File:FHTV-MG-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A GI (at the left) mows down German soldiers with his machine gun. In this case, the ZB26 seems to stands in for a [[BAR]].]] | ||
== Schwarzlose Machine Gun == | == Schwarzlose Machine Gun == | ||
A [[Schwarzlose Machine Gun]], standing for [[Vickers]], is used by British soldiers in Normandy. | A [[Schwarzlose Machine Gun]], standing in for a [[Vickers]], is used by British soldiers in Normandy. | ||
[[Image: | [[Image:Schwarz 07-12.jpeg|thumb|none|400px|Schwarzlose MG M. 7/12 - 8x50mmR Mannlicher.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Schwarzlose-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | [[File:FHTV-Schwarzlose-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|]] | ||
| Line 204: | Line 202: | ||
[[Browning M1919A4E1]] machine guns are mounted on M41 Walker Bulldog tanks that appear as German tanks. | [[Browning M1919A4E1]] machine guns are mounted on M41 Walker Bulldog tanks that appear as German tanks. | ||
[[File:Browning M1919A4E1.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning M1919A4E1 - .30-06 Springfield]] | [[File:Browning M1919A4E1.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Browning M1919A4E1 - .30-06 Springfield]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Tank-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A frontal machine gun on M41.]] | [[File:FHTV-Tank-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A frontal machine gun on an M41.]] | ||
== MG15 == | == MG15 == | ||
[[MG15 machine gun]]s are mounted on CASA 2.111 (Spanish license- | [[MG15 machine gun]]s are mounted on CASA 2.111 (the Spanish license-built version of the Heinkel He 111) bomber aircraft in nose, dorsal, and ventral positions. In one scene, a twin AA mounting of the MG15 is seen. | ||
[[Image:MG15.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG15 machine gun with 75-round double drum 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | [[Image:MG15.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MG15 machine gun with 75-round double drum 7.92x57mm Mauser]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG15-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|He 111 (CASA 2.111) on the airfield. | [[File:FHTV-MG15-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An He 111 (played by a CASA 2.111) on the airfield. The dorsal and ventral mounting can be seen.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG15-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A ventral mounting can be seen.]] | [[File:FHTV-MG15-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A ventral mounting can be seen.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG15-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A nose machine gun is seen during the air raid on London.]] | [[File:FHTV-MG15-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A nose machine gun is seen during the air raid on London.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-MG15-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|MG15 in twin AA mounting.]] | [[File:FHTV-MG15-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An MG15 in a twin AA mounting.]] | ||
== 2cm FlaK 30 == | == 2cm FlaK 30 == | ||
| Line 221: | Line 219: | ||
== Hispano-Suiza HS.404 == | == Hispano-Suiza HS.404 == | ||
[[Hispano-Suiza HS.404]] auto cannons are wing-mounted on Spitfire and HA-1112 (Spanish license- | [[Hispano-Suiza HS.404]] auto cannons are wing-mounted on Spitfire and HA-1112 (the Spanish license-built version of the Bf.109) fighter planes. | ||
[[Image:Hispano Suiza HS404.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Hispano-Suiza HS.404 20mm with ammo drum]] | [[Image:Hispano Suiza HS404.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Hispano-Suiza HS.404 20mm with ammo drum]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Hispano-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|British Spitfires on the airfield.]] | [[File:FHTV-Hispano-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|British Spitfires on the airfield.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Hispano-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Dick Sanders ([[Jean-Pierre Cassel]]) piloted his Spitfire.]] | [[File:FHTV-Hispano-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Dick Sanders ([[Jean-Pierre Cassel]]) piloted his Spitfire.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Hispano-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Karl Wessel's ([[Georges Claisse]]) Bf.109 (HA-1112) fires wing cannons | [[File:FHTV-Hispano-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Karl Wessel's ([[Georges Claisse]]) Bf.109 (played by a HA-1112) fires wing-mounted cannons during the night air battle.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Hispano-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A barrel of Hispano can be seen.]] | [[File:FHTV-Hispano-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A barrel of a Hispano can be seen.]] | ||
= Other Weapons = | = Other Weapons = | ||
| Line 232: | Line 230: | ||
A [[Mills Bomb]] is used by Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) during the St. Nazaire Raid. | A [[Mills Bomb]] is used by Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) during the St. Nazaire Raid. | ||
[[Image:Mills Bomb SGM-1.jpg|thumb|none|200px|No. 36M Mk.I "Mills Bomb" High-Explosive Fragmentation hand grenade.]] | [[Image:Mills Bomb SGM-1.jpg|thumb|none|200px|No. 36M Mk.I "Mills Bomb" High-Explosive Fragmentation hand grenade.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Grenade-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice | [[File:FHTV-Grenade-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice prepares to throw a grenade in a German pillbox.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Grenade-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-Grenade-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the grenade a second before the explosion.]] | ||
== Valero M1933 Mortar == | == Valero M1933 Mortar == | ||
Numerous mortars are used by both German and American soldiers during the battle in Normandy in June 1944. They appear to be Spanish [[Valero M1933]], identified by the unique shape of the barrel support. | Numerous mortars are used by both German and American soldiers during the battle in Normandy in June 1944. They appear to be Spanish [[Valero M1933]]s, identified by the unique shape of the barrel support. | ||
[[Image:Valero-M33-81mm-Spanish-mortar.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Spanish Valero M1933 mortar - 81mm]] | [[Image:Valero-M33-81mm-Spanish-mortar.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Spanish Valero M1933 mortar - 81mm]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mortar-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Germans fire a mortar.]] | [[File:FHTV-Mortar-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Germans fire a mortar.]] | ||
| Line 242: | Line 240: | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mortar-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|GIs return fire.]] | [[File:FHTV-Mortar-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|GIs return fire.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mortar-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the American mortar.]] | [[File:FHTV-Mortar-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another view of the American mortar.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Mortar-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A | [[File:FHTV-Mortar-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the barrel.]] | ||
== | == M65 Rocket Launcher == | ||
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944 US troops use numerous AT rocket launchers. They | During the battle in Normandy in June 1944 US troops use numerous AT rocket launchers. They appear to be Spanish [[Instalaza M65 Rocket Launcher]]s, which appear to be standing in for various [[Bazooka]] models. Similar looking props are seen in ''[[Lost_Command#M-65_Rocket_Launcher|Lost Command]]'' and ''[[Battle_of_the_Bulge#Spanish_M-65_Rocket_Launcher|Battle of the Bulge]]'', also filmed in Spain. | ||
[[ | [[File:M65 Spanish Bazooka With Shield.jpg|none|thumb|400px|Spanish M65 Rocket Launcher 88.9mm with blast shield.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A US soldier with a launcher at the ready.]] | |||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|US soldier with launcher | |||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) aims at a German tank.]] | [[File:FHTV-Launcher-4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Maurice Bernard ([[George Hamilton]]) aims at a German tank.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An OSS group under the command of Maj. Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) is equipped with two launchers.]] | [[File:FHTV-Launcher-6.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An OSS group under the command of Maj. Brett Rosson ([[George Peppard]]) is equipped with two launchers.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|One of Rosson's men aims his launcher.]] | [[File:FHTV-Launcher-9.jpg|thumb|none|600px|One of Rosson's men aims his launcher.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-10.jpg|thumb|none|600px|US paratrooper with launcher.]] | [[File:FHTV-Launcher-10.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A US paratrooper with a launcher.]] | ||
== Unidentified Rocket Launcher == | |||
Another rocket launcher is seen in the same scene. They bear resemblance with early versions of the [[Panzerschreck]], but differ in details. These may be prop replicas loaded with pyrotechnic effects standing in for Bazookas. | |||
[[Image:Panzerschreck43.jpg|thumb|none|400px|RPzB 43 "Panzerschreck" rocket launcher with rocket - 88mm]] | |||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-5.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two rocket launchers repel an attack by German tanks. These props lack blast shields.]] | |||
[[File:FHTV-Launcher-7.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A closer view of the same scene.]] | |||
== Flamethrower == | == Flamethrower == | ||
| Line 261: | Line 262: | ||
== 45 mm anti-tank gun M1937 (53-K) == | == 45 mm anti-tank gun M1937 (53-K) == | ||
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944 several AT guns are seen | During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, several AT guns are seen at US positions. They appear to be Soviet-manufactured [[45 mm anti-tank gun M1937 (53-K)|45-mm 53-K]] guns. In reality, captured 53-K guns were used by the Wehrmacht in a coastal defense role, including the Atlantic Wall, so such guns could be captured and reused by GIs. They may also be used as a substitution for the more appropriate, but unavailable at the time American 37-mm AT gun M3. | ||
[[Image:53-K.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1937 (53-K) Soviet anti-tank gun - 45 mm (1.77 in)]] | [[Image:53-K.jpg|thumb|none|400px|M1937 (53-K) Soviet anti-tank gun - 45 mm (1.77 in)]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-AT-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|AT guns on position.]] | [[File:FHTV-AT-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|AT guns on position.]] | ||
| Line 270: | Line 271: | ||
== Artillery == | == Artillery == | ||
[[File:FHTV-AA-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A British AA gun fires at German planes during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | [[File:FHTV-AA-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A British AA gun fires at German planes during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-AA-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px| | [[File:FHTV-AA-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An unidentified small caliber AA gun is seen abandoned during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Artillery-01.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A field gun is seen abandoned during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | [[File:FHTV-Artillery-01.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A field gun is seen abandoned during the Dunkirk evacuation.]] | ||
== Tanks and | == Tanks and Armored Cars == | ||
[[File:FHTV-Greyhound-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M8 Greyhound appears as a German | [[File:FHTV-Greyhound-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M8 Greyhound appears as a German armored car.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Tank-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M47 Patton appears as a German tank.]] | [[File:FHTV-Tank-1.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An M47 Patton appears as a German tank.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Tank-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two M41 Walker | [[File:FHTV-Tank-2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Two M41 Walker Bulldogs as German tanks.]] | ||
[[File:FHTV-Tank-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|M41s in attack.]] | [[File:FHTV-Tank-3.jpg|thumb|none|600px|M41s in attack.]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:47, 1 April 2021
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
From Hell to Victory (Italian title Contro 4 bandiere ("Under four flags"), French title De l'enfer à la victoire ("From hell to victory"), Spanish title De Dunquerque a la victoria ("From Dunkirk to victory")) is a 1979 Italian-French-Spanish World War II movie directed by Umberto Lenzi (credited as Hank Milestone). The story traces the fate of six men and women who were close friends in pre-war Paris, but the war moved them on opposite sides of the front.
The movie was filmed in Spain which affected the screen weapons. It's also worth noting that Lenzi heavily reused footage from two Italian-Spanish war movies, Dirty Heroes (1967) and Eagles over London (1969).
The following weapons were used in the film From Hell to Victory:
Handguns
Walther P38
Walther P38 pistols are seen in the hands of German officers and French Resistance fighters.
Astra 400/600
In one scene, a French Resistance fighter assassinates a German high officer with an Astra pistol. It's hard to say if it is an Astra 400 or Astra 600.
1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol
While operating in the French Resistance, Fabienne (Anny Duperey) carries a 1934 Mauser Pocket Pistol.
Mauser HSc
A suppressed Mauser HSc is used by Maj. Brett Rosson (George Peppard) during the operation against the German plant producing fuel for V-2 missiles.
M1911A1
In several scenes, US officers and warrant officers carry pistols in holsters. The pistols appear to be M1911A1s but it's also possible that they are really Spanish Star Model B pistols.
Unidentified pistol
In one scene, Sgt. Jim Rosson (Ray Lovelock) is seen with a pistol. It looks smaller than an M1911A1 or Star Model B.
Submachine Guns
Sten Mk II
A Sten Mk II is used by Maurice Bernard (George Hamilton) during his war career (except for the final scene when he is armed with a Thompson). Brett Rosson (George Peppard) is seen with a Sten during the battle in Normandy. Stens are also carried by British soldiers in several scenes.
M1A1 Thompson
Most American soldiers are armed with M1A1 Thompson SMGs, sometimes fitted with Cutts compensator.
M1928A1 Thompson
M1928A1 Thompsons are also used by American soldiers.
MP40
German soldiers carry MP40s in several scenes. During the operation against the German plant producing fuel for V-2 missiles, MP40s are used by Maj. Brett Rosson (George Peppard) and Holland Resistance fighters, including their leader, Capt. Vanderkreut (Franco Fantasia).
MP38
Some MP38s are also seen in hands of German soldiers.
M3 "Grease Gun"
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, some US Army soldiers carry M3 "Grease Gun" SMGs.
Labora Fontbernat M1938 (Modified as Thompson-Style Submachine Guns)
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, Sgt. Jim Rosson (Ray Lovelock) is seen with this modified submachine gun. It has a pistol grip and a foregrip and lacks the buttstock or has a folding one. It bears some resemblance to the Thompson, but the grip and the magazine well are too far from each other. Similar looking submachine guns are seen in the hands of American soldiers in some other scenes. Such props can be seen in some other Spanish-filmed movies of that time, like Cuba.
Rifles
Berthier Mle 1916 Carbine
During the Dunkirk evacuation, Maurice Bernard (George Hamilton) is seen with a Berthier Mle 1916 Carbine.
M43 Spanish Mauser
M43 Spanish Mauser rifles are seen in several scenes in the hands of French, German, and American soldiers, standing in for correct MAS-36s, Karabiner 98ks, and Springfield M1903s. They can be identified due to the typical auxiliary bayonet lugs and straight bolt handles.
Karabiner 98k
Some German soldiers carry Karabiner 98k rifles.
Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk.III*
British soldiers carry Lee-Enfield No.1 Mk.III* rifles in several scenes.
M1 Carbine
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, some US Army and Free French Forces soldiers carry M1 Carbines.
Machine Guns
MG34
An MG34 is used by German soldiers during the commando raid on a bridge in France.
MG42
An MG42 on an AA mounting is seen during the operation against the German plant producing fuel for V-2 missiles.
ZB26
Several ZB26 light machine guns are used by both German and American soldiers during the battle in Normandy in June 1944.
Schwarzlose Machine Gun
A Schwarzlose Machine Gun, standing in for a Vickers, is used by British soldiers in Normandy.
Browning M1919A4E1
Browning M1919A4E1 machine guns are mounted on M41 Walker Bulldog tanks that appear as German tanks.
MG15
MG15 machine guns are mounted on CASA 2.111 (the Spanish license-built version of the Heinkel He 111) bomber aircraft in nose, dorsal, and ventral positions. In one scene, a twin AA mounting of the MG15 is seen.
2cm FlaK 30
A 2cm FlaK 30 is seen on the positions of US troops during the battle in Normandy in June 1944.
Hispano-Suiza HS.404
Hispano-Suiza HS.404 auto cannons are wing-mounted on Spitfire and HA-1112 (the Spanish license-built version of the Bf.109) fighter planes.
Other Weapons
Mills Bomb
A Mills Bomb is used by Maurice Bernard (George Hamilton) during the St. Nazaire Raid.
Valero M1933 Mortar
Numerous mortars are used by both German and American soldiers during the battle in Normandy in June 1944. They appear to be Spanish Valero M1933s, identified by the unique shape of the barrel support.
M65 Rocket Launcher
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944 US troops use numerous AT rocket launchers. They appear to be Spanish Instalaza M65 Rocket Launchers, which appear to be standing in for various Bazooka models. Similar looking props are seen in Lost Command and Battle of the Bulge, also filmed in Spain.
Unidentified Rocket Launcher
Another rocket launcher is seen in the same scene. They bear resemblance with early versions of the Panzerschreck, but differ in details. These may be prop replicas loaded with pyrotechnic effects standing in for Bazookas.
Flamethrower
A flamethrower of unknown model is used by US troops during the battle in Normandy in June 1944.
45 mm anti-tank gun M1937 (53-K)
During the battle in Normandy in June 1944, several AT guns are seen at US positions. They appear to be Soviet-manufactured 45-mm 53-K guns. In reality, captured 53-K guns were used by the Wehrmacht in a coastal defense role, including the Atlantic Wall, so such guns could be captured and reused by GIs. They may also be used as a substitution for the more appropriate, but unavailable at the time American 37-mm AT gun M3.
