British Armour in the Normandy Campaign 1944
British Armour in the Normandy Campaign 1944
John Buckley | 256 pages | Publisher: Taylor & Francis | 2004 | 2.5 MB | PDF | ISBN: 0714653233
John Buckley | 256 pages | Publisher: Taylor & Francis | 2004 | 2.5 MB | PDF | ISBN: 0714653233
This new study challenges this view by analysing the reality and level of the supposed failure and the causes behind it. By studying the role of the armoured brigades as well as the divisions, a more complete and balanced analysis is offered in which it is clear that while some technologically based difficulties were encountered, British armoured forces achieved a good deal when employed appropriately. Such difficulties as did occur resulted from British operational techniques, methods of command and leadership and the operating environment in which armour was employed. In addition, the tactics and doctrine employed by both British and German armoured forces resulted in heavy casualties when on the offensive. Ultimately, the experience of the crews and the effects of fighting on their morale is studied to provide a complete picture of the campaign.