Tanks Inside Out - 9781607101109

Leonardo da Vinci may have been the first to conceive and design an armored vehicle, but it wasn't until World War I that the British first employed a tank in combat. Since then, tanks have evolved significantly, and remain an integral element of strategic land warfare. Now you can discover these remarkable vehicles--inside and out--through this unique new reference book. * Tanks Inside Out takes readers right into the heart of battle from the safety of a wide variety of armored vehicles. * Get a glimpse of life on the front lines! Explore some of history's most significant tanks, including Britain's Little Willy prototype and the Soviet T-34, credited as World War II's most effective and influential design. * Discover how tanks evolved as the nature of war changed, and learn all about each tank's key design elements, including its firepower, protection, and mobility. * Fascinating cross sections and close-up photographs reveal the innermost workings of each tank, while the text and helpful fact boxes offer historical context and design specifications. * Filled with more than 300 archival photographs, detailed artwork, maps, and more!