Panther Medium Tank: IV. SS-Panzerkorps Eastern Front, 1944

During the summer of 1944, the Soviet Union launched a series of offensives that threatened to destroy the German army on the Eastern Front. The IV.SS-Panzerkorps, consisting of the veteran Totenkopf and Wiking divisions, was a key element of the defense. Dennis Oliver's book "Panther Battalions of the Eastern Front 1944" examines the Panther battalions of these famous units, using archive photos and color illustrations to showcase available model kits and aftermarket products. It also provides technical details and modifications to recreate accurate representations of these historic tanks.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 64 pages
\n Publication date: 22 March 2021
\n Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
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During the scorching summer of 1944, a series of massive Soviet offensives posed a grave threat to the entire German army stationed on the Eastern Front. As the Wehrmacht frantically tried to hold onto whatever ground it could, numerous formations simply vanished, leaving gaps in the frontline. Recognizing the critical importance of defense, the newly raised IV.SS-Panzerkorps was deployed, consisting of the seasoned Totenkopf and Wiking divisions. While both units were well-equipped, their true strength lay in the battalion of Pzkpfw V Panther tanks that accompanied them. These formidable armored fighting vehicles, perhaps the most effective of their kind produced by Germany during World War II, played a pivotal role in the defense. In his latest volume, "Panther Battalions of the Eastern Front," Dennis Oliver delves into the history of these legendary units through a combination of archive photos and extensively researched color illustrations. A significant section of the book showcases available model kits and aftermarket products, accompanied by a gallery of beautifully constructed and painted models in various scales. Oliver also provides detailed technical specifications and modifications introduced during production and in the field, ensuring that modellers have all the necessary information to recreate accurate representations of these historic tanks. This comprehensive guide is a must-have for enthusiasts and modelers alike, offering a deep insight into the Panther battalions that fought valiantly to repel the Soviet advance in the closing months of 1944.

\n Weight: 342g\n
Dimension: 209 x 298 x 7 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526791269\n \n