Tank Battles of World War I

In 1916, military commanders failed to recognize the tank as a war-winning weapon, resulting in costly human losses. Bryan Cooper's book provides vivid detail of the early tank actions, showcasing the courage and endurance of the crews in battle and appalling conditions. It laid the foundation for the Allied Victory in World War I.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 30 January 2023
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

In the annals of our nation's history, the failure to fully harness the potential of groundbreaking ideas has been a recurring phenomenon. However, few failures have had as profound a cost in human lives as the initial underestimation of the tank as a war-winning weapon by our military commanders in early 1916. The tragic consequences of this oversight were witnessed in the bloody battles of the Somme, Passchendaele, and Ypres, where conventional methods were abandoned and the tank was finally given a chance. Bryan Cooper, in his captivating book, delves into the vivid details of the early tank actions, providing a wealth of eye-witness accounts. He showcases the unwavering courage and endurance of the crews, not only in the heat of battle but also in the harsh conditions they faced while operating their primitive vehicles. Scalded by hot metal, scorched by flames, and poisoned by exhaust fumes, these crews endured unimaginable hardships, constantly threatened with being burned to death. Yet, their unwavering determination and resilience laid the foundation for the eventual Allied Victory in World War I. The book is extensively illustrated with numerous original photographs, offering a glimpse into the infancy of this dominant weapon of modern warfare. These images serve as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who paved the way for victory and the transformative impact of innovation on the course of history.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399019866