Hilary Doyle shows StuG III G in amazing original condition | NACC Ft. Benning

The expert of 'Panzer Tracts' fame talks one of the most effective armored fighting vehicles of WWII and shows its features! Special 'tanks' to Mr. Doyle and to NACC for the time and access. Follow and support the NACC with the links below!
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[@BHuang92]

No varnish or fancy paint job. Just plain original. *That's the Stug life*

[@JimLahey21]

@Timothy Mckee it’s called original

[@kjsmith7472]

@Timothy Mckee It's called patina 😉

[@tacticutest3130]

For life

[@paulnapier6573]

"It's a hard Stug life"

[@christophkohler2015]

@Breezy Mods ...which ablaze in flames, too...

[@thomascampbell4730]

Mr. Doyle is a self-propelled tank encyclopedia and a pleasure to listen to.

[@fun2drive107]

Thanks Sofilein. Mr Doyle is so matter a fact about his vast knowledge in this area that it is a joy to listen too. I also echo comments that there is no background music and none is needed...

[@bildkistl]

Excellent knowledge and excellent pronunciation of the German words

[@WallyWaldo87]

your opinion isn't everyones opinion, only those who complain are the loudest ;)

[@johnpotter4750]

Audio not much cop! Apart from 04:00> (But needs a bump helmet), a bad risk assessment location.

[@Wookie120]

A greed, get so tired of weird music in the background for these type videos and ones for warbirds.

[@AllMightyLee]

The quality of this original unrestored tank is mind boggling. No rust. All original paint. I am stoked.

[@ThePerfectRed]

8:44 A Balkenkreuz with a red outline.. never heard of it! Wow still learning new things great channel!

[@ericgrace9995]

Like you, that's new information. I knew that at the beginning of the war, the Panzer forces in Poland displayed a simple white cross, and the Poles used this as an aiming point. (the Germans lost a surprising number of panzers in Poland) By the time France was invaded, the traditional cross was in use. But red....this is new.

[@Mishn0]

I also see that the shovel's handle is painted green, not bare wood like most modelers depict it.

[@barryallenporter8127]

Mishn0 Painted tool handles was the case in most armies. Hard to keep a wood handle in good shape when it’s exposed to the elements all the time.

[@frankmueller2781]

@@drcornelius8275 it was covered by the skirts.

[@tekkhero9767]

Also the turret probably has thicker armor plates, so its less attractive as a target. The rear would be more vulnerable

[@simonrooney7942]

I have been following these tanks for 40 years and still I am learning new stuff from the experts - what a joy that is - thanks again for this :)

[@markhammar3977]

You mean tanks again, i get it go truckers.

[@mhos6940]

The best example of German innovation in armor vehicles. Originally ment to destroy bunkers, by mid 43 onwards a potent tank killer. Best assault gun of the war!Thanks for the great video!👍

[@Spittin_Bars]

The flak 88 had to be the best assault gun of the war lol, they used those things for everything.

[@fenris6051]

Best tank of the war, Stug III's had the best kill ratio of any tank during WWII

[@Wolfspaule]

I see a woman that likes tanks, I subscribe. I am a simple man.

[@d.jparer5184]

With a shirt like that, i dont think she dates men...

[@thomasmulhall4873]

Looks like a teenage boy to me. She doesn't like tanks, she likes the attention that she receives from all the men that surround this male dominated interest.

[@Stuka87]

Awesome video Sofie, I can listen to Mr Doyle talk about tanks all day.

[@kampfgruppepeiper501]

Thanks for filming this with him Hillary Doyle is probably my favorite historian that Hass to do with German tanks

[@_Matsimus_]

Incredible 👍

[@greencommando2674]

Wow 😲 my favorite channel also subscribe this channel 👍 great

[@guyfawkes5291]

Matt good to see you here you mate, 1 yr late, hey if you could do a live stream with Sof, that would be cool, two of my favourite KZbinr , talking tanks , just a thought, luv from a digger from down under

[@theacethatrunstheplace5942]

Yeah and the tanks pretty cool too.

[@maciejben7269]

@@guyfawkes5291 aa

[@chrisframpton7681]

Totally Agree! I wish he turned 90 degrees at the end and just continued the video with that Marder III right next to it, lol.

[@stanislavczebinski994]

The so called "caliber length" system is still in use today. Therefore, a L/48 barrel on a 75mm gun means the total bore length is 75mm x 48 = 3600mm or 3.6 meters. The Leopard 2 has a L/55 barrel btw. Greetings from Germany!!

[@petermuller3995]

@AKUJIRULE Pretty sure A6 got the L/55

[@Green-Mountainboy]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I absolutely love seeing these old machines that are so original. Being able to see the old paint as it was while in service is just awesome.

[@Promethesis]

No one mentioned the Marder II in the background. I'd like to see more of it as well.

[@claudiomaniero645]

At first i thought it was a Nashorn but it seems more like a Marder

[@nigelsmith7366]

Wasn't mentioned because the video is not about it lol

[@jlpowell51]

And what is probably a jagdtiger or king tiger on the other side.

[@christianpearce579]

twisto51 It is a Jagdtiger I think

[@nonamesplease6288]

His Eminence, Mr. Doyle, has forgotten more about German armor than I have ever known. Hopefully there will be more in this series from Ft. Benning. Thank you for bringing these to us.

[@TheNordhammer]

Too bad Jentz passed...He was the master and Doyle learned from him.

[@neurofiedyamato8763]

Forgotten? Why do you say he has forgotten?

[@CaCidinho]

@@neurofiedyamato8763 it's an expression, when someone knows a lot of something you say that he probably has forgotten more than you could ever know.

[@rrl4245]

Hillary is so good. Encyclopedic knowledge, that he presents so casually. Thanks to both of you...

[@henrikhilskov]

That is just because you know lesser than he does. So he sound smart for you. Please notice that other comments actual tell that some of the things he are saying is not correct. For excample he forget to say that the top MG was remotecontrolled from the inside of the tank but was limited to only 50 bullets and then you have to open a hatch to reload the gun. Next the reason for the red outline of the balkancreuzt is not correct.

[@peternijenhhuis9073]

Thank you Sofilein for the video, and Mr. Doyle for the info! Love this StuG ❤️

[@metanumia]

Thanks so much Sofilein and Mr. Doyle, your hard work is always appreciated! :)

[@ichbins8588]

hopefully, the StuG will remain in this wonderful original condition! Would look even better with the side skirts, the devices are still present. I didn't expect them to look so fragile, so I learned something new, also the red-outlined Balkenkreuz was a surprise. Sofilein, Mr. Doyle - great job, thank you very much and greetings from Germany!

[@wiking44]

I think the reasoning given for the red on the Balkenkreuz is incorrect. Two things - the kreuz on the side of the STUG is still white. Also, there is a big white wolf insignia right next to it! If I were to make a guess, I'd say that it was used to identify what platoon the vehicle belonged to, so you could tell from behind. But painting it red because of target acquisition makes zero sense.

[@ichbins8588]

@@wiking44 good point, I also tried to get some information about it. In the later years of war, the Balkenkreuz placed on the vehicle's sides were sometimes partially or totally covered with paint to remove or at least reduce the size of this aim spot, but never saw a red-outlined Balkenkreuz at this position. Could the red colour maybe have been useful for convoy driving at night, slightly reflecting the light of the shaded headlights of the vehicle behind?

[@wiking44]

@@ichbins8588 It could be for that reason. When I was a platoon leader we covered our blackout drive lights with colored clear plastic so you could ID the platoon at night - Red for 1st Platoon, White (so no plastic) for 2nd Platoon, and Blue for 3rd Platoon. The other point I would make is that if you are close enough to see those already thin white lines, you certainly aren't going to need to use them as an aiming point. There's definitely a reason, but I personally don't think it was for camouflage.

[@jacqirius]

@@wiking44 the balkenkreuz on the side wouldn't be seen with the panzerschürzen on though

[@jacqirius]

@@wiking44 otherwise i agree with you, since red isn't exactly a subtle colour aswell

[@cyberleaderandy1]

That Stug so deserved a gentle clean so everyone could see its gorgeous original paintwork 😊

[@Loyal-ey2eq]

Thanks for the informative history lesson, it’s good these classic vehicles are being saved!

[@williamstuart368]

My family was on the German side...and I so love seeing original, fine examples of WW II vehicles. Naturally, most of unsere Deutsche Fahrzeugen were destroyed after '45. (Some examples being snatched up by Warsaw Pact Countries excepted). Aside from this being an outstanding example, this gentlemen is extremely knowledgeable and well spoken in his description. Danke.

[@guyfawkes5291]

Sof, been on a binge watch, of the older German tanks but I am so glad you have such content on not just one nation, it was interesting to realise that this model stug had one of the first remote firing guns on the roof, which you only normally would see on the hetzer 38t (bear baiter), so super stoked on this stug.

[@timothywood4402]

That’s an awesome video.!! Very informative and helpful.It’s super to have the German AFV legend himself Mr.Doyle explain each detail.Thank you for sharing Sofilein.

[@mattdonna9677]

This reminds me of growing up in a trailer park outside of ft. Benning. At any time day or night you heard the screaming and wailing of women who just got the news of losing the one they love in Vietnam. I am 65 and it is still vivid in memory.

[@user-so1mv9po2f]

Veitnam was a clusterfuck

[@jacqirius]

Gotta say i really enjoy watching these videos. Technology has many faces and this one is far away from my job. I love to watch these videos with calm narrators talking about the past and telling history. There are many aspects that are still relevant to this day or haven't changed at all. So thanks for uploading that and you have a nice day.

[@VonRammsteyn]

I was lucky enought to catch a serie of little books that brough parts to build a tank in 5 issues... Those were osprey Books and many were writen by Hillary Doyle... And i love the men ever since...

[@I_like_big_bombs]

This channel always makes me forget how much time is passing. And you bring some facts on these weapons I have never really heard. Which is somewhat rare for a somewhat popular tank.

[@jamesburt3272]

Excellent video like all the others, loving all the content on this channel. Thanks Sofi!

[@WOTArtyNoobs]

If you want an interesting time at any tank museum, take Hilary Doyle, Ed Francis or David Fletcher and you'll never be bored. These guys know their stuff. Fascinating information.

[@metanumia]

The tank enthusiast community needs to record as many interviews, lectures, and guided tours with Hilary Doyle and David Fletcher as possible to preserve their incredible expertise and knowledge for the ages. I can never get bored of hearing them sharing their knowledge and I love their wits, too.

[@vasili1207]

Buy their books duh!

[@paristo]

Love it when people see all the effort to find people who have the insights to all kind "old stuff", the small details and all fancy stories and details what was done and why it was done. The engineering perspective for all these military vehicles is interesting as the means to find a solution to problems is done somewhat differently than any usual engineering and designs. It is crazy to think that going back 70 years (sometimes just 20-30 years) and many of these are top military secrets that would not be revealed to anyone who doesn't need to know. And now we can hear all these things so much easily....

[@daniellabra4186]

Awesome!!! This video and Mr. Doyle's information is simply gold

[@neilwilson5785]

Punk rock tank video. Short, no-nonsense, sounds of the tank factory, and good information. Nice!

[@daygus1115]

There it is, the stug has got to be my favorite out of the whole collection.

[@MGB-learning]

Outstanding video and presentation as always. Thank you from California.

[@paulcarter2663]

I love the way he explained the coloring of the markings.i do model tanks and didn't know about that fact.thank you for the information.

[@blackbird8632]

Awesome vid! Thank you making this.

[@pg123ab]

Always the best videos. Love Mr. Doyle and Sofilein.

[@inggrish]

Great video, thanks both. Shame about the sound quality but I could hear most of it at least

[@slartybartfarst55]

Love the Stug, and so much new info - really fabulous! Tank You! 😉

[@J3AD]

dang was hoping they going to get into it. great video otherwise, luv the two working together on it.

[@samiam5557]

Mr. Doyle knows his StuG's! Great video of a StuG IIIG, thanks Sofilein.

[@Lockbar]

I remember seeing this one when it was still in the museum at Ft. Knox.

[@Carpenter1206]

I really enjoy listening Mr. Doyle talking about tanks. I really do. Even if i would like to see a bit more Sofilein as well. Besides too less Sofi, great vid :)

[@chrisbreezy-ryanbarbosa4320]

What an amazing channel, glad I found this. Keep up the great work. You just earned a new sub :D

[@boredsights3923]

I love this series. Thank you for the video. :)

[@jasonharry645]

The ease that his knowledge flows regarding the details is most impressive, good video, unique style you have 🇬🇧⭐️

[@Logotic]

10 days ago I'd never heard of Hillary Doyle. Since then I've fallen in love. I'd pay whatever it takes to get a video of him and David Fletcher just sitting and drinking in a pub, wouldn't even need any tanks. Ah, screw the video, if I could only be there...

[@Masada1911]

Logotic you should look up operation think tank on chieftains channel

[@smalhil]

check thie vid kzbin.info/www/bejne/laCvimd8hNehoMU

[@edmilton738]

Great that they were able to preserve this specimen.. These motorized guns had a huge influence on the battlefield.

[@harbringerf9416]

Loving these videos Sofie hope you had fun.

[@hellonwheels341]

Great post and very informative I always enjoy videos as this, thanks for posting.

[@carlr.2322]

Absolutely fantastic video! Such a wealth of information 👍👍

[@miketriplea]

Excellent Video & Information regarding the Stug III G. Things I never new - Stunned!

[@ArcFire_Fox]

Wow, what an absolutely amazing find !!! Hope they can clean it up and show off those original colors. Would also love to hear the history behind the specific vehicle if its known. Thanks for sharing Sofilein ^^

[@billd.iniowa2263]

Noooo! Dont touch that beautiful patina! Wouldnt you rather see a tank in it's "field colors" as opposed to the parade ground? :-)

[@darrengilbert7438]

Just spray the dust off with some plain water. It wouldn't hurt the original paint and allow it to show up better.

[@paularndt6111]

What a beautiful piece of equipment in original condition. Great knowledge shared about it too. Wonderful video for ww2 enthusiast. 😁

[@charleslatora5750]

Thank you. Always learn something new like about the red paint around the balkan cross

[@RochelleM491]

Nice work again, I’m addicted to this type of content and the education it provides.. so that means you cannot take a vacation or retire..lol!

[@WookieeRage]

This looks like a fun video to have made. Definitely thumbs up.

[@garesonc9672]

Been interested in World War II my whole life. I've been teaching Military History for 20 years...never knew the Germans replaced the white on their tank insignia with red in the late war period! This is why I love KZbin. Thanks Mr. Doyle.

[@damuses1452]

Splendid. Thank you for this.

[@preacherbiggin]

This is what HISTORY teachers should be! Great job sir! Great content Sofi! New subscriber!

[@juanvazquez-torres5676]

Fantastic a complete Stug lll incredible thank you to all

[@yattaran1484]

Thank you for posting this !. This is one of my favorite vehicle of all German Panzer. Didn't know about late war colour scheme of the vehicle !.

[@dnf7778]

Another killer video guys. Please do an inside video as well. Nice to see the original features

[@garrettanderson7764]

Nice. The last time I saw this vehicle was in 1982. It was in a wooden building off of Eisenhower Avenue at Fort Knox. Thanks.

[@jimmylight4866]

Excellent video and Doyle is right, that Commanders Cupola should be on a ball bearing race. Oct 43-July 44 the lack of ball bearings saw the top welded to the bottom of the cupola. August of 44 they installed the ball bearing races again. Probably needs some grease and elbow grease. Doyle is a walking Panzer encyclopedia.

[@noahhess4955]

What a cool piece of history. Thanks for sharing

[@tankboyful]

i always learn something new from Hilary. he is the man when it comes to german armor. thanks Sofi for featuring him. i want a discussion of that sweet Marder in the far corner!

[@michaelamos4651]

Brilliant video as usual. So easy to listen to and informative

[@michaelamos4651]

@Chris_Wooden_Eye I meant Hilary is very wasy to listen to as a speaker on tanks not the video in general with background noise

[@milesmcleod2286]

A fine wealth of historical information thank you

[@chrisfyfe4047]

Big fan of Stugs ! Mr Doyle , Sofie , and the Chieftan are great at making these Vids.!

[@robertmcdougle2352]

I always enjoy your videos. Nice work, keep it up.

[@bradcampbell7253]

Sofilein that is a huge belt buckle :) and StuG III is my favorite tank.

[@strike8665]

Loved the information about the colours

[@ray7419]

Wonderful video. I’ve always loved seeing the StuG. Mr Doyle is brilliant. 👍

[@stephenkrall7609]

Thanks Sofi....Another great video.

[@jimwalkerarchery]

Real history. Thank you!

[@javiandaluz7092]

Very fine video, congratulations. I was a lot of books of Doyle. He's an authentic erudite man about panzer's world. 💯👍💯

[@TrustyZ900]

My favorite WW2 armored fighting vehicle. The name is so cool, I stuck decals on my Suzuki VStrom to read- Stromgeschutz.

[@johnknight7296]

Great video. What a treasure Mr Doyle is.

[@chrishalstead4405]

I’m thunderstruck! Someone as knowledgable and engaging as David Fletcher. What a find! Thank you ☺️

[@dale4956]

Very interesting! Thank you!

[@jjmoto65]

Wow beautiful to see it's still in original condition. While he was standing next to the tank I kept thinking how low of a profile the tank had.

[@thomasbecker6924]

Wow. Herr Doyle hat sehr viel Wissen über das Thema. - Mr, Doyle shows a lot of knowledge in this area. Thanks for the profound information.

[@pemithmithsara7632]

Interesting content! I am really enjoying this. Expect more rare vehicles such as sdkfz10 w. 20mm cannon ( one of my favourites) and much more

[@gernaneering]

Hilary is fantastic i love his friendly calm manner, with a nothing to prove approach, and so knowledgeable what a great role model he makes for any would be expert. 👍👍👍😊

[@Chickennss]

What a wonderful video of a special tank.

[@michaelmitchell7]

I went through Basic, AIT and Jump school at Benning, had no Idea there was a Tank Museum. Although, for 17 weeks I wasn't alowed to go any where..lol

[@atldon]

The Armor School was moved from Ft. Knox to Ft. Benning in 2010

[@bencejuhasz6459]

It's a shame, that I can only give one like to this video.

[@mason7778]

Danke, für die tolle Erklärung👍

[@twinturbo8304]

Nice job. Very knowledgable.

[@petethebastard]

Good vid... but you need to give Mr Doyle a microphone! (Sound is a bit pox...)

[@markfryer9880]

Totally agree. Very informative video, just very hard to hear properly.

[@shawnb1774]

@@markfryer9880 Too much background noise.

[@henrikhilskov]

@@shawnb1774 but it is a free video. They need more professional equipment. But who is going to pay for it?

[@AndrewPayne]

+1

[@MrTylerStricker]

Does Sofi have a Patreon? Without viewer donations, I don't see why/how she should be obligated to purchase mics

[@bigjulie3714]

Excellent content and no music! Great that you appeared albeit briefly.

[@McRocket]

A real coup for you to get Hilary Doyle for your videos. A great vehicle to review and letting him describe it was brilliance. One suggestion - I STRONGLY suggest that you get your guests a personal mic (if you have one/can get one). It will be easier to hear them speak and make the videos seem much more professional.

[@kasha1702]

Thanks Sofilein !!! Здорово !!!

[@markdahl9831]

Thanx Mr Doyle..your knowledge is amazing...thanx for sharing..

[@Ph33NIXx]

As a hard of hearing, i'm really glad that the subtitles are on point

[@326dad]

What a sweet collection !

[@Immopimmo]

Always loved the StuG. 😍

[@mikek.692]

Love how good Mr. Hilary Doyle pronounces the German words, very good!