History and Role of Armor

Fort Knox, KY: U.S. Army Armor School, 1968. Presumed first edition/first printing. Wraps. 68 p. Includes: illustrations, diagrams. This pamphlet presents an objective report of the history of Army, relates it to the present, and considers the prospects for Armor in the future. Major General James W. Sutherland, Jr, Command, stated that "If Armor's superiority on the nuclear battlefield is to remain unchallenged we must continue our efforts to improve our mibility, firepower, and shock effect. " Condition: Good. No dust jacket as issued. Cover has some wear and soiling.

Keywords: Armored Fighting Vehicles; Tanks; Offensive Operations; Defensive Operaitons; Armored Cavalry; Korean War; Vietnam War; Armored Division; Tank Company; Tank Battalion; Armored Brigade; Cavalry Squadron; Cavalry Regiment; Armor Group

[Book #62414]

Price: $50.00