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Churchill Infantry Tank

Author : David Fletcher
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472837355
Total Pages : 49 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book Churchill Infantry Tank written by David Fletcher and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-08-22 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The NVG covers all seven Marks of Churchill gun tank with variations and the curious self-propelled gun of 1941/42, but not the so-called 'Funnies' or the armoured recovery vehicle variants. It will begin with the prototype tank A20, which has not been covered in any detail before, then go on to look at all seven Marks of Churchill, in particular their different guns. This book will also look at the tank's service in Russia and later with the Irish, Jordanian and Australian Armies. It will also feature on the disastrous Dieppe raid of August 1942, ending with a brief look at the Black Prince or super Churchill which was only developed up to the prototype stage at the end of World War II. The Churchill is an interesting tank, quite different from any other British tank of World War II, built outside the normal process of British tanks and the Department of Tank Design. It was built under the watchful eye of the Prime Minister, after whom it was named, by a firm with no previous experience of tank production. Despite being condemned as unsuitable and more than once being scheduled to be replaced by a better design this never actually happened. It remained in production and ultimately vindicated itself since, although it was slow and noisy it was found to have superior climbing ability and thicker frontal armour than the vaunted German Tiger. Its classification as an Infantry Tank has been extensively criticised although recently one or two authors, notably Americans, seem to have revised their views on this and even Field Marshal Montgomery, who advocated a Universal Tank to fulfil all roles, found the Churchill a useful tank on many occasions, particularly considering its ability to absorb punishment.

Mr. Churchill's Tank

Author : David Fletcher
Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN 13 : 9780764306792
Total Pages : 211 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (67 download)

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Download or read book Mr. Churchill's Tank written by David Fletcher and published by Schiffer Pub Limited. This book was released on 1998-11-17 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the full story of the Churchill tank; from the design of an oversized prototype in Belfast in 1940 to its final achievements against Communist forces in the Korean War some ten years later. For those with an interest in technical matters this book goes into a great deal of detail. For those interested in the mechanics and politics of war production it explains the systems, processes and pitfalls in depth. For those studying war history it examines the Churchill tank in action from the beaches of Dieppe to the mountains of Tunisia; from the Gothic Line in Italy to the Siegfried Line in Germany and in the harsh terrain of Korea. The Churchill is examined mark by mark, from the A20 prototype through to the heavyweight Black Prince design of 1944. Details are given of its service with every British regiment that operated Churchills and of its use by Australian, Canadian, Irish and Russian forces. The author has drawn heavily on original research material held in the library of the Tank Museum at Bovington in Dorset, UK.

Churchill Tank 1941-1952 (all models)

Author : Nigel Montgomery
Publisher : Haynes Publishing UK
ISBN 13 : 9780857332325
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (323 download)

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Book Synopsis Churchill Tank 1941-1952 (all models) by : Nigel Montgomery

Download or read book Churchill Tank 1941-1952 (all models) written by Nigel Montgomery and published by Haynes Publishing UK. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Churchill tank has a strong case to be acclaimed the best British tank of World War 2. This is not to discount the achievements of the later Comet, but this tank only arrived as the Rhine was being crossed in 1945 and saw limited action. The Churchill tank slugged it out in all kinds of terrain – and proved itself to be capable of absorbing an astonishing amount of punishment. When hit, it was less prone than the Sherman to catching fire immediately, and it was certainly much better armored. Although slower than its contemporary the Cromwell, the Churchill’s true role was as an Infantry tank – to fight alongside soldiers on foot. In this role it performed superbly. This manual is based around the complete restoration in the UK of Churchill Tank Mk IV, T31579, which was built in 1941. The Churchill Mk IV was an evolution of the Mk III in which the principal difference was the cast turret, replacing the welded one on the Mk III. The armament was either a 6-pounder or a 75mm gun. Together with the Mk III, the Churchill Mk IV was present in most actions in Italy and North West Europe and with the Mk III it was the mainstay for most Churchill tank-equipped regiments after 1942.

Churchill Tanks

Author : Dennis Oliver
Publisher : Pen and Sword
ISBN 13 : 1526710072
Total Pages : 147 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (267 download)

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Download or read book Churchill Tanks written by Dennis Oliver and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2017-09-30 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully illustrated study of these iconic WWII tanks will be “of great interest to history buffs and an inspirational aid to modelers” (Toy Soldier & Model Figure). Designed as a heavily armored tank which could accompany infantry formations, the Churchill Tank’s ability to cross rough ground and climb seemingly unassailable hills became legendary. The tank first saw action in 1942 and the basic design was constantly reworked and up-gunned, culminating in the Mark VII version which was capable of taking on the heaviest German tanks. In this volume of the TankCraft series, Dennis Oliver uses archive photographs and thoroughly researched, vividly presented color profiles to tell the story of these fearsome British tanks. A full color section features available model kits and accessories as well as aftermarket products. In addition to the color profiles there is a gallery of expertly constructed and painted models. A separate section explains technical details and production modifications giving the modeler all the information and knowledge required to recreate an authentic reproduction of one of the tanks that contributed so much to the British effort in the battles for Normandy and the liberation of Europe.

Driver's Handbook for the Churchill Infantry Tank

Author : Vauxhall Motors
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781937684730
Total Pages : 94 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (847 download)

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Download or read book Driver's Handbook for the Churchill Infantry Tank written by Vauxhall Motors and published by . This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed to replace the Matilda II and Valentine, the Churchill tank was renowned for its ability to cross rough terrain and defeat obstacles, and one of the few Allied tanks that could compete with the German Panther and Tiger tanks. The Churchill's design arose from the post-Blitzkrieg chaos of 1940. The fall of France and the defeat at Dunkirk made clear that mobility was to be of paramount importance to the British Army. An existing design was scrapped, and a new design designated A22 was awarded to Vauxhall, with orders that the tank needed to be in production by 1941. Powered by twin-six gasoline engines, the A22 / Mk. 1 Churchill used a new gear box that allowed it to be steered by the relative speed of its tracks. Capable of 15 mph, the tank had a range of 56 miles and armor from .63 to four inches thick, and carried a crew of five and a 2-pdr gun. The Mk I Churchill first saw combat at the Dieppe Raid, where its performance underwhelmed. Subsequent developments led to the introduction of the Mk. III, which featured a welded turret and a 6-pdr gun, and proved their worth at El Alamein. Eventually a Mk. VII would be produced, offering a 75mm gun, wider chassis and thicker armor (up to 6 inches). Heavily used by the British and Russians in WWII, the Churchill also saw service during the Korean conflict. This driver's handbook was originally issued by Vauxhall Motors for the British Army in 1943. It provides information for the Churchill I, II, III and IV models, and includes operation and maintenance information.

British Tanks in Normandy

Author : Ludovic Fortin
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9782915239331
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (393 download)

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Download or read book British Tanks in Normandy written by Ludovic Fortin and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed account of the Normandy campaign fought by the British Armoured Divisions and independant Armoured Brigades, from the D-Day landings to Operation Goodwood. The Author, an acknowledged British armor specialist, has divided his work into three parts: the units involved, the AFVs fielded in Normandy, and the doctrine of use of the High Command with its actual effect on the battlefield. Equipped in some cases with obsolescent vehicles, their personnel often under-motivated but often inventive, the British tank formations did not always answer the hopes of the Allied military planners. This book gives a fresh point of view on the whole question.

Modelling the Churchill Tank

Author : Mark Bannerman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1782000313
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (82 download)

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Download or read book Modelling the Churchill Tank written by Mark Bannerman and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-06-20 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Churchill saw much action in World War II, from the 1942 raid on Dieppe, through the heat of the battles in North Africa, to the bitter fighting in Normandy 1944 and into the Reich in 1945. Despite criticism that it was slow and outmoded in terms of design, it proved itself a rugged and solid vehicle.This title provides a comprehensive guide to modelling the Churchill across a range of skill levels, featuring challenging builds of numerous marks and variants, including brideglayers, flame-throwers (such as the Crocodile) and customised assault vehicles (such as the spigot-mortar armed ARVE).

Churchill Infantry Tank 1941–51

Author : Bryan Perrett
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781855322974
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (229 download)

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Download or read book Churchill Infantry Tank 1941–51 written by Bryan Perrett and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 1993-05-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Churchill was undoubtedly one of the most successful British tanks of the Second World War. Although it suffered from being underarmed, a defect common to most British armoured vehicles of the period, it was nevertheless loved by its crews: its cross-country ability was unrivalled and it was less inclined to 'brew-up' from a direct hit than the Sherman. It was also adaptable. Modified Churchills played a crucial part in the initial D-Day landings and in the subsequent advance through France. Bryan Perrett traces the life of this slow-moving but effective and respected tank from its initial inception through till its eventual obsolescence.

The Churchill Tank

Author : David Doyle
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780977378197
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (781 download)

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Download or read book The Churchill Tank written by David Doyle and published by . This book was released on 2010-04-15 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Tiger vs Churchill

Author : Neil Grant
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 147284386X
Total Pages : 81 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book Tiger vs Churchill written by Neil Grant and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2022-01-20 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully illustrated study assesses the origins, development, and combat record of the legendary Tiger and Churchill Tanks during World War II. The Tiger and the Churchill are two of the most recognizable heavily armoured tanks of World War II. Both were designed hastily in the early years of the war, and both witnessed inauspicious debuts in battle in August 1942 (the Churchill in the disaster at Dieppe, the Tiger near Leningrad). Despite their heavy weight, both tanks, which were intended to serve in breakthrough operations, had surprisingly good tactical mobility. Yet there were key differences between them too, chiefly in the effectiveness of their main armament. This fascinating and detailed work explores the design and development of these famous tanks and its influence on their head-to-head encounters, the effectiveness of the support services each tank relied upon, and the skills and experiences of the crews that fought in them. The specific battlefield conditions of Normandy in June and July 1944 are also examined, exploring the effect they had on the duels between these two heavyweight AFVs.

Modelling the Churchill Tank

Author : Mark Bannerman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1780969910
Total Pages : 171 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Modelling the Churchill Tank written by Mark Bannerman and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-06-20 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Churchill saw much action in World War II, from the 1942 raid on Dieppe, through the heat of the battles in North Africa, to the bitter fighting in Normandy 1944 and into the Reich in 1945. Despite criticism that it was slow and outmoded in terms of design, it proved itself a rugged and solid vehicle.This title provides a comprehensive guide to modelling the Churchill across a range of skill levels, featuring challenging builds of numerous marks and variants, including brideglayers, flame-throwers (such as the Crocodile) and customised assault vehicles (such as the spigot-mortar armed ARVE).

Valentine Infantry Tank 1938–45

Author : Bruce Newsome
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472813766
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book Valentine Infantry Tank 1938–45 written by Bruce Newsome and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2016-04-21 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Valentine was the most produced and most widely used British tank of the Second World War. The Valentine first saw combat during Operation Compass in November 1941 and remained one of the main medium tanks in British service into 1943. As the Churchill became more prevalent the Valentine was relegated to specialist and tank-destroyer variants, which would remain in service in the Far East to the end of the war. This book describes the evolution of the Valentine design and weighs up its impact on the battlefield. Although widely regarded today as one of the weaker tanks to be fielded during the war, it was exceptionally numerous, with more Valentines produced than any other British tank.

Churchill

Author : Brian Terence White
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 20 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (22 download)

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Download or read book Churchill written by Brian Terence White and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Infantry Tanks

Author : Source Wikipedia
Publisher : University-Press.org
ISBN 13 : 9781230522524
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (225 download)

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Download or read book Infantry Tanks written by Source Wikipedia and published by University-Press.org. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 33. Chapters: Black Prince (tank), Churchill Crocodile, Churchill tank, Infantry tank, Matilda II, Matilda I (tank), Nuffield Mechanisation and Aero, Tanks in the British Army, Valentine tank, Valiant tank. Excerpt: This article deals with the history of tanks of British Army. British Crusader tanks moving to forward positions in the Western Desert on 26 November 1941. Tanks first appeared on the battlefield as a solution to trench warfare. They were large, heavy, slow moving vehicles capable of driving right over the top of enemy trenches; thereby eliminating the need to send soldiers "over the top" only to be blasted to pieces by enemies. The British Army was the first to use them, who built them in secret to begin with. To keep the enemy from finding out about this new solution, the public were informed that the vehicles were large water carriers, or tanks, and the name stuck. World War I established the validity of the tank concept. After the war, many nations needed to have tanks, but only a few had the industrial resources to design and build them. During and after World War I, Britain and France were the intellectual leaders in tank design, with other countries generally following and adopting their designs. This early lead would be gradually lost during the course of the 1930s to the Soviet Union who with Germany began to design and build their own tanks. While World War One saw the first use of the tank as a weapon of war, it was during World War Two that the tank soon became a dominant force on the battlefield. The British, American, German and Russian armies all had different approaches to tanks and tank warfare, each with their fair share of successes and failures. The infantry tank was a concept developed by the British and French in the years leading up to World War II. Infantry tanks were tanks designed to...

Churchill Tanks

Author : Dennis Oliver
Publisher : Pen & Sword Books
ISBN 13 : 9781526710888
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Churchill Tanks written by Dennis Oliver and published by Pen & Sword Books. This book was released on 2017-09-30 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed as a heavily armored tank which could accompany infantry formations, the Churchill's ability to cross rough ground and climb seemingly unassailable hills became legendary. The tank first saw action in 1942 and the basic design was constantly reworked and upgunned, culminating in the Mark VII version which was capable of taking on the heaviest German tanks. In his fourth book in the TankCraft series, Dennis Oliver uses archive photographs and thoroughly researched, vividly presented color profiles to tell the story of these iconic British tanks. As readers have come to expect from the TankCraft series, the large full colour section of this book features available model kits and accessories as well as aftermarket products. In addition to the color profiles there is a gallery of expertly constructed and painted models. A separate section explains technical details and production modifications giving the modeler all the information and knowledge required to recreate an authentic reproduction of one of the tanks that contributed so much to the British effort in the battles for Normandy.

Driver's Handbook for the "Churchill" Infantry Tank

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (115 download)

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Download or read book Driver's Handbook for the "Churchill" Infantry Tank written by and published by . This book was released on 1942 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

6th Guards Tank Brigadethe Story of Guardsmen in Churchill Tanks

Author : Patrick Forbes
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781845749705
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (497 download)

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Book Synopsis 6th Guards Tank Brigadethe Story of Guardsmen in Churchill Tanks by : Patrick Forbes

Download or read book 6th Guards Tank Brigadethe Story of Guardsmen in Churchill Tanks written by Patrick Forbes and published by . This book was released on 2015-10-15 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 6th Guards Armoured Brigade was formed in 1941 from the Infantry of the Guards. In 1942 all British armoured divisions were reorganised to have one armoured brigade and one motor brigade. The 6th Guards Armoured became an independent tank brigade being renamed as the 6th Guards Tank Brigade. The brigade now equipped with the Churchill tank, served in the North West Europe Campaign landing in Normandy on 20 July 1944. They went onto take part in Operation Bluecoat, the attack by the British Second Army at the Battle of Normandy, from 30 July 1944 to 7 August 1944. The geographical objectives of the attack were to secure the key road junction of Vire and the high ground of Mont Pincon. Strategically, the attack was made to support the American exploitation of their breakout on the western flank of the Normandy beachhead. They also saw action during Operation Veritable, a pincer movement conducted by Montgomery's 21st Army Group to clear and occupy the land between the Rhine and Maas rivers, and finally ending the war at Lubeck on the Baltic Sea."