Candil, Anthony
Tank Combat in Spain: Armored Warfare During the Spanish Civil War 1936-1939
- ISBN 13:
- 9781612009704
- author:
- Candil, Anthony
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Casemate Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 15.5 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Spain & Portugal,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Tank Combat in Spain: Armored Warfare During the Spanish Civil War 1936-1939 The Spanish Civil War saw the involvement of three major European powers: Italy, Germany, and the Soviet Union. This book explores the role of tanks in the conflict, examining the theories and contributions of the three main contributors to the warring parties. The use of tanks in Spain bridged traditional warfare with modern technology, but the lessons learned during the conflict were often complex and nuanced. The employment of tanks in Spain was marked by challenges, particularly in terms of infantry-armor cooperation. The Republican forces, despite organizing an 'armored division,' struggled with the limited numbers and quality of the tanks supplied. The Nationalist forces, meanwhile, made use of captured Russian armor, highlighting the difficulties of tank employment in the conflict. This book sheds light on the lessons learned during the Spanish Civil War, both in terms of what was accomplished and what was not. By examining the tank combat in Spain, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of armored warfare during this period.
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