Tiger tanks

German heavy armor

Tiger tanks were German heavy tanks deployed in World War II, known for their thick armor and powerful 88mm guns.

The Tiger I and Tiger II (King Tiger) were feared by Allied forces but were mechanically complex and expensive to produce.

The term appears in military history discussions and war films: The infantry had no defense against the Tiger tanks.

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Planned, deliberate win

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