Panzergrenadier

The development of the German Panzerwaffe and the need for motorized infantry to support it led to the creation of the Panzergrenadier, an arm of the military that accompanied the German Panzers across the battlefields of Europe. This book describes the development and evolution of the armoured infantry force and the vehicles and equipment that were developed to support their specialized role.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 304 pages
\n Publication date: 16 September 2021
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Throughout the annals of history, the infantry has consistently served as the primary offensive force wielded by armies across the globe. However, the deployment of substantial infantry units has always necessitated a considerable amount of time to assemble the troops and establish offensive or defensive positions. The transportation of men and their equipment has posed a significant challenge throughout the ages, and although railway systems were introduced in the 19th century and motor vehicles in the early 20th century, these solutions only partially addressed this issue. With the advent of the German Panzerwaffe, military strategists recognized the immense potential of tanks as a revolutionary weapon, while simultaneously acknowledging the challenges faced by support units, particularly the infantry. A tank assault necessitated a motorized infantry capable of maintaining pace with the attack and providing all necessary support. For a Panzer division, this motorized infantry element formed an integral Schützenbrigade (rifle brigade), and it was equipped with a suitable means of transport, the Schützenpanzerwagen (armored personnel carrier). During Operation Barbarossa, German forces encountered the Red Army and encountered unforeseen weather conditions. The onset of the harsh Russian winter resulted in the failure of the operation, marking a pivotal moment in the war in the East. Drawing upon the lessons learned from this experience, a new branch of the military was established: the Panzergrenadier. This groundbreaking book delves into the development and evolution of the armored infantry force that accompanied the German Panzers as they traversed the battlefields of Europe, providing a comprehensive account of the vehicles and equipment tailored to support their specialized role.

\n Weight: 1290g\n
Dimension: 198 x 251 x 29 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781472841797\n \n