{"product_id":"panzer-iii-german-army-light-tank-north-africa-el-alamein-to-tunis-19411943-9781399065122","title":"Panzer III German Army Light Tank: North Africa El Alamein to Tunis, 1941-1943","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Pzkpfw III tank was a mainstay of the Panzer divisions during the Blitzkrieg era, and this book examines the models that took part in the campaign in North Africa, including archive photos and color illustrations. It also provides technical details and modifications to recreate an accurate representation of these historic tanks. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 64 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 17 February 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pen \u0026amp; Sword Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Pzkpfw III tank played a pivotal role in the Panzer divisions during the Blitzkrieg era, constituting a significant portion of the armored force deployed to North Africa. While it may have lacked the heavy armor of some of its opponents, it was renowned for its durability and reliability. The Pzkpfw III's primary armament was on par with any enemy weapon it encountered, making it a formidable force on the battlefield. Operating in one of the most challenging environments on Earth, the Pzkpfw III was at the forefront of the remarkable advancements of 1941 and the defensive efforts of the following year. These endeavors were carried out within the vast expanse of the Libyan desert. This comprehensive volume in the TankCraft series brings the story of the Pzkpfw III's service in North Africa to a close, examining the models that participated in the campaign from the retreat from El Alamein to the surrender of the last Axis forces in Tunisia in May 1943. Through the use of archival photos and extensively researched color illustrations, the book provides a detailed examination of the Pzkpfw III and the units that operated this renowned armored vehicle during the final battles in North Africa. A significant section of the book showcases available model kits and aftermarket products, complemented by a gallery of beautifully constructed and painted models in various scales. Technical details, as well as modifications introduced during production and in the field, are also explored, offering valuable insights for modelers seeking to recreate accurate representations of these historic tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 330g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 209 x 296 x 6 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781399065122\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dennis Oliver","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44101066195194,"sku":"9781399065122","price":13.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_1a6ef73e-f5c0-4d01-b616-03e73a9fe9c3.jpg?v=1677917697","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/panzer-iii-german-army-light-tank-north-africa-el-alamein-to-tunis-19411943-9781399065122","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}