Churchill Infantry Tank 1941–51

Name: Churchill Infantry Tank 1941–51
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781855322974
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By Bryan Perrett

Series: New Vanguard

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Churchill Infantry Tank 1941–51 by Bryan Perrett delves into the history and development of one of Britain’s most iconic World War II tanks. The book explores the tank's operational role and performance from its inception during a time of desperate need to its deployment in various theatres throughout the war. An insightful examination of its engineering, strategic importance, and legacy makes it a fascinating read for history buffs and military enthusiasts.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by military history and armoured warfare. It offers a detailed exploration of one of the most iconic tanks from World War II, examining its development, combat role, and impact on military strategy. Perfect for enthusiasts of historical military vehicles and those interested in the technological advancements of wartime engineering.

Churchill Infantry Tank 1941–51

The last of Britain's infantry tanks, the Churchill, fought in every major battlefield from the sands of North Africa, through France and Germany to the rugged hills of Korea. A detailed double page full cutaway shows the internal workings of the tank.

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The Churchill Infantry Tank 1941–51 was undoubtedly one of the most successful British tanks of the Second World War. Although it suffered from being underarmed, a defect common to most British armoured vehicles of the period, it was nevertheless loved by its crews.

Its cross-country ability was unrivalled, and it was less inclined to 'brew-up' from a direct hit than the Sherman. It was also adaptable. Modified Churchills played a crucial part in the initial D-Day landings and in the subsequent advance through France.

Bryan Perrett traces the life of this slow-moving but effective and respected tank from its initial inception through till its eventual obsolescence.

Series: New Vanguard

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781855322974

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 1993

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Osprey Publishing

Illustration: 43 b/w; 13 col

Contributors:

Illustrated by Mike Chappell
Illustrated by Peter Sarson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 184.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 192g

Pages: 48

Collections

Bryan Perrett Education & Reference History & Military Non-Fiction Series: New Vanguard

About the Author

Bryan Perrett was born in 1934 and educated at Liverpool College. He served in the Royal Armoured Corps, the 17th/21st Lancers, Westminster Dragoons and the Royal Tank Regiment, and was awarded the Territorial Decoration. During the Falklands and Gulf wars, he worked as defence correspondent for the Liverpool Echo. A highly successful author, Bryan is married and lives in Lancashire.

Mike Chappell comes from an Aldershot family with British Army connections stretching back several generations. He enlisted as a teenage private in the Royal Hampshire Regiment in 1952 and retired in 1974, as RSM of the 1st Battalion The Wessex Regiment (Rifle Volunteers), after seeing service in Malaya, Cyprus, Swaziland, Libya, Germany, Ulster and home garrisons. He began painting military subjects in 1968 and since then has gained worldwide popularity as a military illustrator. Mike has also written and illustrated many books in the Osprey Military list. Peter Sarson has produced graphic cutaways for many armoured vehicle publications, and is regarded as one of the world’s great illustrators of military vehicles. Peter lives and works in Dorset.