Japanese Tanks 1939-45 (New Vanguard)
by Steven Zaloga
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Author: Steven ZalogaBrand: Osprey Publishing Limited
Illustrator: Tony Bryan
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-08-21
ISBN: 1846030919
Number of pages: 48
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
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Book Review: Finally something on Japanese tanks
Summary: 5 Stars
This gets 5 stars primarily because it is the only one stop shop for info on Japanese tanks in the English language. The subject really deserves a full blown book, but if you need need to identify a tank the book gets the job done. The title is a bit misleading - it includes info not just on tanks from 1939-45, but starts with their use of WW1 era tanks as well as indiginous designs from the 20s. Amphibious as well as experimental tanks are also included. And it contains other valuable nuggets such as production dates and numbers, theatres employed and combat examples. Japanese tank cannon penetration figures would have been great to include, but when you are limited to 50 pages you can't have everything. Still, an invaluable reference for wargamers.
Summary of Japanese Tanks 1939-45 (New Vanguard)
Contrary to popular belief, the Japanese Army widely employed tanks within the Pacific theater of war. This title details their key role in the conquests of Singapore and Malaya, as well as their later use in Burma, Saipan, and the Philippines, including in the amphibious assault of Corregidor. Tank development succeeded against the odds, with the programme often neglected to pursue the higher priority of warship development. Their use in the most difficult of terrain is a testament to their ingenuity.Steven J Zaloga's book offers a rare insight into a largely overlooked subject and is rich with photographs and artwork, providing a wonderful resource for the construction and design of these fascinating tanks.
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