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King Tiger vs IS-2: Operation Solstice 1945
David R. Higgins
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Description for King Tiger vs IS-2: Operation Solstice 1945
Paperback. "King Tiger Vs Is-2: Operation Solstice 1945". Illustrator(s): Laurier, Jim. Series: Duel. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DFG; 1DVU; 3JJH; HBWQ; JWLF; JWMV1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 190 x 5. Weight in Grams: 262.
This book examines the technology and strategy that defined the outcome of the battles between the King Tiger and the IS-2. The Soviets had been quick to develop tanks that could fight the Tiger on an equal footing, but these were developed as part of a completely different strategy than that employed by the Germans. The King Tiger was a modern marvel, and remained unmatched in one-on-one combat. Technologically superior, with greater firepower and better armour than the Soviet IS-2, the King Tiger was a formidable opponent. However, the IS-2 was lighter, more manoeuvrable and most importantly, far more numerous. ... Read more
This book examines the technology and strategy that defined the outcome of the battles between the King Tiger and the IS-2. The Soviets had been quick to develop tanks that could fight the Tiger on an equal footing, but these were developed as part of a completely different strategy than that employed by the Germans. The King Tiger was a modern marvel, and remained unmatched in one-on-one combat. Technologically superior, with greater firepower and better armour than the Soviet IS-2, the King Tiger was a formidable opponent. However, the IS-2 was lighter, more manoeuvrable and most importantly, far more numerous. ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
80
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Series
Duel
Condition
New
Number of Pages
80
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781849084048
SKU
V9781849084048
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Ref
99-50
About David R. Higgins
David R. Higgins attended the Columbus College of Art & Design, and received a BFA from Ohio State University and an MISM from Keller. In addition to The Roer River Battles he has written over twenty articles for magazines such as Strategy & Tactics, Armchair General, and World at War, as well as MCSGroup, a conflict simulation provider for the ... Read more
Reviews for King Tiger vs IS-2: Operation Solstice 1945
The illustrations of the armoured formations used during the course of the battle are fascinating
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