Char B1: France’s Heavy Tank of WWII

Chris Copson explores one of his personal favorite tanks from the Second World War—the French Char B1. He uncovers the quirks, surprises, and design features hidden inside this heavily armored beast.

Despite being larger and better protected than many German tanks in 1940, the Char B1 struggled during the German invasion of France. This video explains why, looking at both its technical strengths and the tactical and strategic factors behind its poor battlefield performance.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro
00:33 – History
08:20 – Inside the Tank
14:30 – The Char B1 in Action
17:27 – Conclusion