I just looked in one of my books, "German Tanks of WW2" by George Forty, which is a great book by the way. He makes specific reference to "2 x 7.92 mm MG 34" in every tank (p 120). Although he makes no written reference to the protective glass in the view port, a photo taken inside the tank, (p 124), at the drivers position clearly shows a protective viewport there. There is no mention of any bullet stopping power, but the area looks sturdy.

Two more problems I saw in the film.

1)Pvt. Ryan (Matt Damon), tells Capt Miller, (Hanks) the last time all his brothers were together was in the barn at their farm, (the ugly girl story). However, a photo of all 4 brothers in military uniform can be seen in the house when the Momma Ryan gets the news of the death of her 3 boys.

2) There is a scene when the whole squad of seven soldiers can be seen passing through a field. This is however directly after they lose a member, (shot by the sniper I believe), and are down to only six members.

Anyone else notice anything?

[This message has been edited by Rommel (edited 13 September 2000).]