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Sherman Medium Tank 1942–45

By Steven J. Zaloga
Series: New Vanguard
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Sherman Medium Tank 1942–45 by Steven J. Zaloga delves into the development, technical specifications, and combat history of the Sherman tank, a crucial American armoured vehicle during World War II. The book explores its design, production, and the significant role it played in various military theatres. Through detailed illustrations and expert analysis, it provides an in-depth look at why the Sherman tank was both praised and criticised during the war.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by military history and are keen to learn about the development, deployment, and impact of one of the most iconic tanks of World War II. This detailed exploration by a renowned military historian offers insights into the technical advancements and battlefield strategies of the Sherman tank, making it a significant read for history enthusiasts and military technology buffs.

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Sherman Medium Tank 1942–45

A history of the mainstay of Allied armoured units in World War II, the Sherman tank, whose simplicity, reliability and manoeuverability made it the most widely used tank of the war.

Steven Zaloga explores the development, operational use, and shortcomings of the iconic US-produced Sherman Medium Tank during World War II.

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The M4 Sherman tank was the mainstay of the Western allies between 1942 and 1945. Fast and modern, it was better than most of the tanks Britain had to offer. The American Chief of Staff claimed in November 1943 that it had been hailed widely as 'the best tank on the battlefield today'.

However, by the time of the Normandy invasion of June 1944, this was not the case. The new heavy tanks being produced by the Germans were able to outclass the Sherman in both armour and armament.

Sherman Medium Tank 1942–45 describes the development and operational use of the Sherman medium tank throughout World War II and beyond.

Series: New Vanguard

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781855322967

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 1993

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Osprey Publishing

Illustration: 36 b/w; 13 col

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Peter Sarson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 184.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 48

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Education & Reference Global History History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Series: New Vanguard Steven J. Zaloga

About the Author

Steven J. Zaloga received his BA in History from Union College and his MA from Columbia University. He has worked as an analyst in the aerospace industry for four decades, covering missile systems and the international arms trade, and has served with the Institute for Defense Analyses, a federal think tank. He is the author of numerous books on military technology and history, including NVG 294 Allied Tanks in Normandy 1944 and NVG 283 American Guided Missiles of World War II. He currently lives in Maryland, USA.

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.

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