Sherman Tank Vol. 1
America's M4A1 Medium Tank in World War II
By Schiffer Military History | Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
About the book
This book documents the development and production of the M4A1 through its many variations, as well as its combat use around the globe. Produced by Lima Locomotive Works, Pressed Steel Car Company, and Pacific Car and Foundry, the M4A1 was the first of the famed Sherman tanks and preceded the welded-hull M4 into production. Powered by a nine-cylinder, air-cooled radial engine, the M4A1 fought in North Africa with both US and British forces, across northwestern Europe, and on Pacific Islands with both the Army and the Marines, serving well into the 1950s. The evolving design went through three major hull designs, multiple turret designs, and armament with either a 75 mm or 76 mm gun—all of which are detailed in this book. Extensive archival photographs are augmented by stunning color images of preserved tanks, taking the reader around and inside this famed warhorse. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.
Editions of Sherman Tank Vol. 1
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780764355677
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This book documents the development and production of the M4A1 through its many variations, as well as its combat use around the globe. Produced by Lima Locomotive Works, Pressed Steel Car Company, and Pacific Car and Foundry, the M4A1 was the first of the famed Sherman tanks and preceded the welded-hull M4 into production. Powered by a nine-cylinder, air-cooled radial engine, the M4A1 fought in North Africa with both US and British forces, across northwestern Europe, and on Pacific Islands with both the Army and the Marines, serving well into the 1950s. The evolving design went through three major hull designs, multiple turret designs, and armament with either a 75 mm or 76 mm gun—all of which are detailed in this book. Extensive archival photographs are augmented by stunning color images of preserved tanks, taking the reader around and inside this famed warhorse. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Tank Vol. 1 about?
This book documents the development and production of the M4A1 through its many variations, as well as its combat use around the globe. Produced by Lima Locomotive Works, Pressed Steel Car Company, and Pacific Car and Foundry, the M4A1 was the first of the famed Sherman tanks and preceded the welded-hull M4 into production. Powered by a nine-cylinder, air-cooled radial engine, the M4A1 fought in North Africa with both US and British forces, across northwestern Europe, and on Pacific Islands with both the Army and the Marines, serving well into the 1950s. The evolving design went through three major hull designs, multiple turret designs, and armament with either a 75 mm or 76 mm gun—all of which are detailed in this book. Extensive archival photographs are augmented by stunning color images of preserved tanks, taking the reader around and inside this famed warhorse. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Sherman Tank Vol. 1?
Society and Social Sciences > Warfare and defence > Weapons and equipment > Military vehicles and transport of air, land and sea
Where can I read a sample of Sherman Tank Vol. 1?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780764355677
Is Sherman Tank Vol. 1 part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Legends of Warfare: Ground
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Sherman Tank Vol. 1?
Schiffer Military History
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Sherman Tank Vol. 1 is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780764355677)
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