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Descriptionof The Weapons Encyclopedia. Tank, Aircraft, AFV, Ship, Artillery, Vehicles, Secret Weapons. Special Album. Volume 5: U.S.A. early light tanks WWII
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Between 1935 and 1945, the US Army underwent a profound transformation, evolving from a force still bound by concepts from World War I into a modern armored power. American light tanks played a leading role in this phase of experimentation, adaptation, and rapid technological development. The book traces the development of the first pre-war models, such as the M1 and M2 light tanks, which were the result of doctrinal and industrial constraints in the 1930s, to the more familiar M3/M5 Stuart, the true symbol of the American light tank during World War II. Using archival documents, technical data, and eyewitness accounts, the work analyzes the development of armament, protection, mobility, and mechanical reliability, highlighting the relationship between industry, military doctrine, and battlefield requirements. As always, this is accompanied by numerous rare images, color photos, and many detailed profiles.
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- Cristini, Luca (Hrsg.)
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- The Weapons Encyclopedia. Tank, Aircraft, AFV, Ship, Artillery, Vehicles, Secret Weapons. Special Album. Volume 5: U.S.A. early light tanks WWII
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- English text, paperback, numerous photos and color vehicle profiles. 120 pages.
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Soldiershop/Luca Cristini Ed.
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24050 Zanica (BG)
Italien
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: soldiershop.com
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