Stuart Tank, Vol. 1
The M3, M3A1, and M3A3 Versions in World War II
By Schiffer Military History | Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
About the book
The Stuart light tanks were the first tanks taken into combat by US troops during WWII. Production of these vehicles can be broken into two categories: the early tanks powered by air-cooled radial engines, and late versions powered by twin V-8 engines. This volume explores the early, air-cooled vehicles, the M3, M3A1, and M3A3. Widely used both by the US Army and US Marines, as well as many Allied nations, these tanks, though lightly armed and armored, were mechanically sound and did much to stem the tide of Axis aggression during the early stages of the US entry into WWII. Through dozens of archival photos, including previously unpublished images, as well as detailed photographs of some of the finest existing examples of these vehicles, this early-war combat vehicle is explored and its history is explained. A companion volume will explore the later M5 and M5A1, and M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage versions. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.
Editions of Stuart Tank, Vol. 1
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780764356605
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The Stuart light tanks were the first tanks taken into combat by US troops during WWII. Production of these vehicles can be broken into two categories: the early tanks powered by air-cooled radial engines, and late versions powered by twin V-8 engines. This volume explores the early, air-cooled vehicles, the M3, M3A1, and M3A3. Widely used both by the US Army and US Marines, as well as many Allied nations, these tanks, though lightly armed and armored, were mechanically sound and did much to stem the tide of Axis aggression during the early stages of the US entry into WWII. Through dozens of archival photos, including previously unpublished images, as well as detailed photographs of some of the finest existing examples of these vehicles, this early-war combat vehicle is explored and its history is explained. A companion volume will explore the later M5 and M5A1, and M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage versions. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuart Tank, Vol. 1 about?
The Stuart light tanks were the first tanks taken into combat by US troops during WWII. Production of these vehicles can be broken into two categories: the early tanks powered by air-cooled radial engines, and late versions powered by twin V-8 engines. This volume explores the early, air-cooled vehicles, the M3, M3A1, and M3A3. Widely used both by the US Army and US Marines, as well as many Allied nations, these tanks, though lightly armed and armored, were mechanically sound and did much to stem the tide of Axis aggression during the early stages of the US entry into WWII. Through dozens of archival photos, including previously unpublished images, as well as detailed photographs of some of the finest existing examples of these vehicles, this early-war combat vehicle is explored and its history is explained. A companion volume will explore the later M5 and M5A1, and M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage versions. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Stuart 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 Stuart Tank, Vol. 1?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780764356605
Is Stuart 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 Stuart Tank, Vol. 1?
Schiffer Military History
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Stuart Tank, Vol. 1 is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780764356605)
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