A unique comparison between the two most numerous British and
German tank types from 1941 to 1943. Although much has been written
about the Panzer III, little attention has been given to the
equally prominent Valentine tank. This work compares the respective
strengths and weaknesses of these iconic tanks, which frequently
went head-to-head in brutal battles across Europe, Libya, Egypt,
and Tunisia. It documents the upgrades made to each AFV type over
three years, as up-gunned and up-armoured variants – ever more
lethal, ever more survivable – arrived in North Africa. Dr Bruce
Newsome explores the two tanks’ encounters, from the first
Valentine vs Panzer III clashes in 1941, to the Axis drive into
Egypt, and on to the Tunisian fighting of 1942–1943. Colour
artworks include profile, weaponry and gunsight, and battlescene
views of both tanks, while maps chart the campaigns in which they
met. Each AVF’s performance is also covered, along with their
technical details, design evolution, and crew histories.
General
Imprint: |
Osprey Publishing
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Series: |
Duel |
Release date: |
November 2023 |
Authors: |
Bruce Newsome
|
Illustrators: |
Adam Hook
(Illustrator)
|
Dimensions: |
248 x 184 x 25mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
Pages: |
80 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-4728-5727-9 |
Categories: |
Books
Promotions
|
LSN: |
1-4728-5727-5 |
Barcode: |
9781472857279 |
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