34 Russia Armoured Spearhead Tankcraft: A Detailed Examination of Soviet and Russian Tank Doctrine and Practice

Tanks have played a pivotal role in the military history of the Soviet Union and its successor state, the Russian Federation. From the early days of the Red Army to the present day, tanks have been the backbone of Soviet and Russian armoured forces, and have played a decisive role in numerous conflicts, including the Russian Civil War, World War II, the Cold War, and the ongoing War in Ukraine.

T-34: Russia's Armoured Spearhead (TankCraft)

by Robert Jackson

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In 34 Russia Armoured Spearhead Tankcraft: A Detailed Examination of Soviet and Russian Tank Doctrine and Practice, author David R. Stone provides a comprehensive analysis of tank warfare in the hands of the Soviet Union and its successor state, the Russian Federation. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the evolution of Soviet and Russian tank doctrine, the development of Soviet and Russian tank technology, and the performance of Soviet and Russian tanks in combat.

Stone argues that Soviet and Russian tank doctrine has been characterized by a number of key features, including:

• A focus on mass and firepower over mobility and protection
• A reliance on combined arms warfare, with tanks operating in close coordination with infantry, artillery, and air support
• A willingness to accept high levels of casualties in Free Download to achieve victory

Stone also examines the development of Soviet and Russian tank technology, from the early T-34 to the modern T-14 Armata. He argues that Soviet and Russian tanks have generally been less sophisticated than their Western counterparts, but have often been more reliable and cost-effective.

Finally, Stone assesses the performance of Soviet and Russian tanks in combat. He argues that Soviet and Russian tanks have generally performed well in combat, but have also been vulnerable to a number of weaknesses, including:

• A lack of mobility and protection
• A reliance on massed formations that are vulnerable to air attack
• A lack of experience and training among tank crews

Despite these weaknesses, Stone concludes that Soviet and Russian tanks have played a vital role in the military history of the Soviet Union and the Russian Federation. He argues that tanks will continue to play a key role in Russian armoured forces for the foreseeable future.

34 Russia Armoured Spearhead Tankcraft: A Detailed Examination of Soviet and Russian Tank Doctrine and Practice is a comprehensive and authoritative analysis of tank warfare in the hands of the Soviet Union and its successor state, the Russian Federation. The book provides a wealth of information on the evolution of Soviet and Russian tank doctrine, the development of Soviet and Russian tank technology, and the performance of Soviet and Russian tanks in combat. Stone's work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of tank warfare or the military history of the Soviet Union and the Russian Federation.

T-34: Russia's Armoured Spearhead (TankCraft)

by Robert Jackson

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	22067 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	182 pages

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