During World War II, US tank crews improvised extra protection using sandbags, logs, concrete, and spare track links, but General George S. Patton strongly opposed these modifications, arguing they added significant weight without providing meaningful defensive benefits; instead, he advocated for using welded armor salvaged from destroyed tanks, which proved far more effective for tank protection.
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🔥 Why WWII Tank Crews Covered Their Tanks With Sandbags — And Why Patton Hated ItAdded:
During World War II, US tank crews often added improvised armor like sandbags, logs, concrete, and spare track links to their tanks hoping for extra protection.
While these additions offered some crew reassurance, General Patton was critical arguing they added weight without significant defensive benefit.
He preferred utilizing welded armor salvaged from destroyed tanks which proved far more effective.
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