1 / 7Tank: The 10 War Machines That Changed the World
Tank: The 10 War Machines That Changed the World is a military history by Mark Urban that follows ten influential tanks from the First World War to modern conflicts. Its account combines the development of the vehicles with perspectives from soldiers, designers and political figures.
At a glance
- Covers ten significant tanks, from the Mark IV and T-34 to the Tiger and M1 Abrams.
- Traces tank development from 1916 through the Second World War, the Gulf conflicts and the current war in Ukraine.
- The listing describes research drawing on archival sources, interviews and declassified documents, with support from The Tank Museum.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A vehicle-by-vehicle structure gives readers a defined route through the history of tank warfare.
- The stated scope connects engineering and military history with accounts from soldiers, designers and political leaders.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Viking |
|---|---|
| Publication date | September 8, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0241741505 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241741504 |
| Weight listed | 1.34 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.3 x 1.26 x 9.45 inches |
Who is it for?
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Frequently asked questions
What periods does the book cover?
The listing says it follows tank history from the Mark IV's introduction in 1916 through the Second World War, the Gulf conflicts of the 1990s and the current war in Ukraine.
Which tanks are named in the listing?
Examples include the Mark IV, T-34, Tiger and M1 Abrams. The title describes a selection of ten tanks.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 352 pages.
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