How the Tigerfibel and Pantherfibel came about

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During World War II, the German armored forces introduced innovative educational tools known as the Tiger-Fibel and Panther-Fibel. These pocket-sized booklets served as essential guides for tank crews, offering detailed information on tank components, operation procedures, maintenance instructions, and tactical considerations. • What set them apart was their unique 'comic book' style, featuring cartoons, limericks, bullet points, and simple language, making the complex information easily accessible. • Generaloberst Heinz Guderian, appointed as Inspector General of the Panzer Troops, entrusted Major General Theiß with overseeing regulations for armored troops, leading to the creation of these fibels. The Tiger-Fibel's genesis is attributed to Oberstleutnant Hans Christern, and Leutnant Josef von Glatter-Goetz played a crucial role in its development, using humor and risqué illustrations. • This unconventional approach resulted in the production of numerous leaflets covering various aspects of tank technology and tactics. The success of this 'comic book' style extended to post-war military manuals, emphasizing the enduring impact of these fibels on military education. • References • ‘Die Schulen der Panzertruppen des Heeres’ Helmut Ritgen • ‘Panther-fibel’ translated and published by the Tank Museum. https://tankmuseum.org/ • Thread on the Tiger-fibel with period images by Fräulein Feldgrau @Glockengeist / 1020836191221010432 • Thanks • I’d also like to thank: • Muz @LozSchlepper37L on Twitter for help with clarifying some translated words and for the memorable observation – “That Tigerfibel is a comic for teenagers learning to drive and fix and shoot a Tiger” • Kriegsspuren @kriegsspuren on Twitter for help clarifying English translation of the word ‘fibel’.

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