World War II: military Trivia That Only History Buffs Can Pass!

Y-straps were part of the German soldier's belt system, which were used to carry various equipment.

False.  German camouflage was in development during the Reichswehr (German army from 1919-1935) and both the Werhmacht's army (Heer) and the Waffen SS used it. The Waffen SS, however made more extensive use of it.

The Waffen SS tunic's eagle was moved from the breast area to the sleeve.  Even though they were part of the Wehrmacht, some early Feldgendarmerie (military police) tunics also wore them on the side sleeve.

Germany's military discipline and traditions and based on those of Prussia.

The 98K Karabiner 'Mauser' was the main rifle of the German army.

The German armies belt buckle was stamped 'Gott Mit Us' or ' God with Us.'

France

Introduced in 1940, the iconic German MP 40 was widely used by the Wehrmacht.  It however, had nothing to do with Schmeisser himself.

Soviet Union

The German Maschinengewehr 42 or MG 42 was introduced in 1942 and was noted for its high rate of fire (about 1,200 rounds per minute) compared to 450-600 for a typical allied variant.  Due to its high rate of fire and unique sound, it was nicknamed the 'Buzzsaw."