WWI Flamethrowers

Richard Fiedler, a German Engineer, invented the flamethrower in 1900.

Flamethrowers used compressed gas to propel burning fuel through a hose and nozzle, igniting it. They came in different versions like the backpack mounted flamethrower and tank mounted flamethrower.

Flamethrowers were primarily used against battlefield fortifications, bunkers, and other protected areas.

Flamethrowers were first used by German Shock Troops.

The flamethrower was accepted into service by the Germans and were used by assault engineer units.

WWI Flamethrowers