tanks (military science)

A photo-illustrated look at the history, various models, and capabilities of tanks, from their first incarnations in World War I to the Bradleys of the twenty-first century. Includes a glossary and a list of related Web sites.

"Describes several models of tanks used in World War I, World War II, and later, including specifications and statistics"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photos introduce the basic parts of a tank, different kinds of tanks, and the things they can do.

When the draft board calls on the eve of World War II, Roman leaves behind a career in minor-league baseball to join the army, and finds himself driving a tank in the North African campaign.

Simple text and photographs present military tanks, their parts, and their crew.

Explains what tanks are and the many jobs they do, looks at the parts of a tank, and describes their weapons, capabilities, and personnel. Includes color photographs.

Profiles 101 tanks from throughout history, providing specifications, a photograph, an illustration, and an overview of uses and performance for each.

A history of tanks from their introduction during World War I through present day designs and innovations.

Contains 1000 photos plus data and development notes describing tanks produced for military service from 1916.