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Top Tank Battles of World War II

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The top tank battles of World War II, despite their crucial victories and severe losses, do not carry the same notoriety as other battles throughout the war.  Throughout WWII, tanks were used as an effective force which allowed a quick tactical victory.  Their involvement in World War II was vital.   Listed below, in no particular [...]

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Top Ten Tanks of WWII

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When reviewing all tanks manufactured during WWII, a top ten definitive list is difficult to compile.  Below, however, is a list of top ten tanks in WWII that should be considered.  These tanks played a critical role for both the Allies and Axis powers during World War II.  The list is presented in alphabetical order.

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WW II M5 Stuart Tank

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INTRODUCTION

The M3 Stuart tanks, of which the M5 is a direct derivative, were the first US tanks to engage in the tank to tank combat action in World War II.  The tank originally named for the American Confederate General JB Stuart, was a light tank and was named unofficially “honey” by the British service.  [...]

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MILITARY TANKS

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The Armed Forces History Museum in Largo, FL has several, full-sized operational military tanks on display in the museum. 

 

History of the Tank

The history of tanks used in the military evolved over a period of time.  In the early days of warfare, the vision of protected mobility was limited due to the [...]

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Japanese Tank – Type 97 Chi-Ha

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Introduction

The Type 97 Chi-Ha Japanese tank, used in World War II, was first designed in 1936 as a result of the Imperial Japanese Army’s Type 89 Chi-Ro tank becoming quickly outdated.   Production on this medium tank began in 1938; and by the end of its production run in 1943, with just [...]

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WW II M3 Lee Tank

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INTRODUCTION

Designs for this World War II medium M3 Lee Tank began in July of 1940.  At this time, both the US Army and Great Britain were in need of a good medium tank.  When the United States joined in the war, the M2 tanks they possessed were already obsolete.   (Article continued [...]

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