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Book Synopsis: A new study of tank warfare used in the Soviet offensive of Operation Bagration, which destroyed Army Group Center. Operation Bagration, the 1944 summer campaign on the Russian Front, has been called “Hitler's Greatest Defeat.” The operation involved substantial tank and armored vehicles on both sides but the German forces were severely hampered by the transfer of dozens of Panzer divisions to France to repel an expected Allied invasion. Forced to make hard decisions, German tank forces in the central Belarus sector were weak compared to the heavy concentration of Panzers in northern Ukraine. The Red Army exploited this vulnerability, crushing Army Group Center, and pushing beyond the Soviet frontier into Poland and East Prussia. With this crucial victory secured, the Red Army conducted successive offensives beyond the Carpathian Mountains, arriving at the Vistula river in Poland, and forcing Romania to switch sides. The Red Army had embarked on a major tank modernization after the Kursk battles of 1943 and as a result, Operation Bagration saw the first widespread use of T-34-85 and IS-2 tanks as well as self-propelled guns. Germany's Panther tank finally reached technical maturity in the summer of 1944 but small numbers weakened its battlefield impact, while other innovations such as the Tiger II heavy tank failed to leave their mark. Using new photos and a fascinating selection of color illustrations explaining the camouflage and markings of these tanks, this book describes how the tanks and AFVs on both sides contributed to the eventual defeat of Army Group Center.
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Discover the untold story of tank warfare during the pivotal Operation Bagration in our groundbreaking book, "Tanks in Operation Bagration 1944: The demolition of Army Group Center". Uncover the secrets behind Hitler's Greatest Defeat and the crucial role tanks played in the destruction of Army Group Center.
With substantial tank and armored vehicles on both sides, Operation Bagration witnessed a ferocious battle, leaving the German forces severely handicapped by the transfer of Panzer divisions to France. As the Red Army exploited their vulnerability, they crushed Army Group Center and pushed beyond the Soviet frontier, marking a turning point in World War II.
Our in-depth study sheds light on how the Red Army's tank modernization after the Kursk battles led to the widespread use of cutting-edge T-34-85 and IS-2 tanks, alongside formidable self-propelled guns. Meanwhile, Germany's Panther tank, despite finally reaching technical maturity, failed to make a significant impact on the battlefield due to its limited availability.
Through a compelling collection of color illustrations, our book not only explains the camouflage and markings of these historic tanks but also uncovers how they contributed to the ultimate downfall of Army Group Center. Immerse yourself in the detailed images and captivating narrative, and delve into the captivating story of Operation Bagration.
Don't miss out on this incredible historical account of tank warfare. Take a step back in time and relive the crucial moments that shaped World War II. Click here to get your hands on "Tanks in Operation Bagration 1944: The demolition of Army Group Center" today!
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