Japanese Tanks and Armoured Warfare 1932-1945, 9781781558102
Hardcover
Beyond tin cans: Unveiling Japan’s surprising tank innovations and wartime impact.

Japanese Tanks and Armoured Warfare 1932-1945

a military and political history

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  • Hardcover

    176 pages

  • Release Date

    28 February 2021

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Summary

Unarmored Truth: Japanese Tanks and Armored Warfare, 1932-1945

The popular image of Japanese tanks in World War II is one of poorly armed and armored “tin cans” easily defeated by Allied forces. In this history, David McCormack challenges these misconceptions and restores Japan’s place as a leading innovator in tank design and doctrine.

Why did Japan produce so few tanks? What impact did they have on the war? Why did it take so long to develop heavier tanks? Drawing from pri…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781781558102
ISBN-10:1781558108
Author:David McCormack
Publisher:Fonthill Media Ltd
Imprint:Fonthill Media Ltd
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:176
Release Date:28 February 2021
Weight:412g
Dimensions:234mm x 156mm x 18mm
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Critics Review

”…benefits from extensive research and has both useful appendices and an interesting photo insert.”

“This book is meant for anyone who has interest in World War II in the Pacific or the Japanese Armed Forces before and during the war.”– “A Wargamers Needful Things””…benefits from extensive research and has both useful appendices and an interesting photo insert.“– “WWII History Magazine”

About The Author

David McCormack

David McCormack had a long career in health and social care before enrolling as a mature student at the University of Salford in 2006. In 2009, he graduated with first-class honours in Contemporary Military and International History. Since then, David has worked as a private tutor and a historical/battlefield guide. He has also been a guest speaker at his former university, lectured on board cruise ships, and delivered talks to history groups and charities. David is married, and since 2017 has lived in Bournemouth, Dorset.

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