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DD Sherman Tank Warriors
Author | : Andrew May |
Publsiher | : Pen and Sword Military |
Total Pages | : 242 |
Release | : 2024-06-30 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781036104627 |
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When the amphibious Duplex Drive (DD) Sherman tanks of the 13th/18th Royal Hussars (QMO) touched down on the sand of Sword Beach as the vanguard of the D-Day invasion, ahead of the infantry and Commandos, it was the culmination of an evolution spanning several years. Switching roles from a mounted regiment in India, into a mechanised, armored cavalry regiment, they fought in France in 1940, then faced an uncertain future, after evacuating through Dunkirk. However, the 13th/18th would subsequently be selected to spearhead the assault on Sword Beach in new, top secret amphibious tanks. Having successfully secured the beach on D-Day, the Regiment became heavily engaged in the battle for Normandy, earning themselves an excellent reputation with the infantry brigades which they supported, before pushing north into the Fatherland. Their casualties from D-Day onwards amounted to 142 Hussars lost, 236 wounded, with many gallantry awards received. In addition to recording the Regiment's achievements during World War II, the story includes the personal testimonies of many of the Regiment's soldiers and officers throughout the war, along with many previously unpublished photographs.
Swimming Shermans
Author | : David Fletcher |
Publsiher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 100 |
Release | : 2012-05-20 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781780967424 |
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The Sherman DD (Duplex Drive) tank was a brilliant innovation; the design and development of a tank that could float and even 'swim' in water was controversial. Each tank was enveloped in a waterproofed canvas screen, launched at sea from landing craft and then 'swam' to shore, where the screens were deflated, allowing the tanks to operate as fighting vehicles. This book discusses the Sherman DD's many variants, including the prototype Valentine DD tank and examines the successes and tragic failures on the beaches of Normandy and further into North-West Europe, including the challenge of crossing the River Rhine.
Sherman Tank
Author | : Gavin Birch |
Publsiher | : Casemate Publishers |
Total Pages | : 338 |
Release | : 2008-08-29 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781783039005 |
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A brilliant and prolific collection of rare photographs celebrating the war-winning qualities of arguably the most important tank of the Second World War. Many of the marvelous images have never been seen before but thanks to the author, who has special access to the IWM archive they are now available with full authoritative captions.
M4 Sherman Tanks
Author | : Michael E. Haskew |
Publsiher | : Zenith Press |
Total Pages | : 227 |
Release | : 2016-07-08 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780760350300 |
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Be pulled into this dynamically illustrated history of the Sherman tank, on its seventy-fifth anniversary. Be amazed by the entire scope of this iconic machine, from design to service.
The Sherman Tank
Author | : Roger Ford |
Publsiher | : Spellmount, Limited Publishers |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 1999 |
Genre | : Sherman tank |
ISBN | : 1862270422 |
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The 2nd book in the Weapons of War series takes a hard, critical look at the tank which won the war in the West. The book examines the Sherman's strengths and weaknesses, to find out how it took on and defeated better-armed German tanks.
The Sherman Tank
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Author | : Steve Zaloga |
Publsiher | : Osprey Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 40 |
Release | : 1982-01-01 |
Genre | : Sherman tank |
ISBN | : 0850454271 |
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Destroyers At Normandy Naval Gunfire Support At Omaha Beach Illustrated Edition
Author | : William B. Kirkland |
Publsiher | : Pickle Partners Publishing |
Total Pages | : 93 |
Release | : 2015-11-06 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781786257659 |
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Includes numerous maps and illustrations. This monograph provides first-hand accounts of Destroyer Squadron 18 during this critical battle upon which so much of the success of our campaign in Europe would depend. Their experience at Omaha Beach can be looked upon as typical of most U.S. warships engaged at Normandy. On the other hand, from the author’s research it appears evident that this destroyer squadron, with their British counterparts, may have had a more pivotal influence on the breakout from the beachhead and the success of the subsequent campaign than was heretofore realized. Its contributions certainly provide a basis for discussion among veterans and research by historians, as well as a solid, professional account of naval action in support of the Normandy landings.