Tanks of World Wars I and II: An IIllustrated A-Z Catalogue of Tanks, Armoured Vehicles, Tank Destroyers, Command Versions and Specialized Tanks from ... Machine "Little Willie" to the Panzers

by George Forty (Author)

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  Illustrated
  2006

  $3.79

  This book features over 300 wartime and modern identification photographs in colour and black-and-white, many from the world-famous Tank Museum, in Bovington. It examines the history of the tank and the main battles in which tanks have fought, including the Somme, Cambrai, El Alamein, Kursk and D-Day. It includes detailed specification boxes for every tank listed, with up-to-date information about its official name, country of origin, date, crew, weight, dimensions, armament, armour, powerplant and performance. This magnificently illustrated book begins with a history of the tank, beginning with the No. 1 Lincoln Machine, Little Willie , and the first tank action in France in 1916, continuing with an examination of developments between the wars, then World War II campaigns such as the Blitzkrieg and D-Day. There are anecdotes about the personalities involved in tank development and combat, with fascinating quotes throughout. This lavishly illustrated book, with its vast collection of wartime and museum photographs, provides enthusiasts and historians with key information about the tank and its unique role during the first half of the 20th century.