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The Panzer Legions A Guide to the German Army Tank Divisions of World War II and Their Commanders

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Samuel W. Mitcham

Book Code: GR1640

ISBN: 0-313-31640-6

ISBN-13: 978-0-313-31640-1

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352 pages, maps, photos

Greenwood Press

Publication: 12/30/2000

List Price: $115.00 (UK Sterling Price: £65.00)

Availability: In Stock

Media Type: Hardcover

Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4

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Reviews:

...the value of this new book lies in Mitcham's description and detailed histories of all major Panzer formations, including Panzer armies, Panzer corps, and all forty-eight individual tank divisions...Mitcham offers organizational data as well as descriptions of obscure engagements at the war's end that have remained unknown until now...a worthy addition to anyone's military history reference library.
—Army History Fall 2002
The book presupposes considerable familiarity with the history of World War II in the European Theater, but is worthwhile for anyone interested in history of that war or the history of armor.
—The NYMAS Newsletter

Description: Hitler's tank divisions were some of his most feared troops and most lethal weapons in the taking and securing of territory during World War II. From success to failure, in victory and in defeat, each division played a role in Hitler's campaign against the Allies. This is the first guide to chronicle the history of each division from its inception to its destruction. With painstaking research and attention to detail, Mitcham describes the formation and organization of each, then discusses its overall combat history. He also includes a career sketch of every panzer divisional commander. While this reference will serve as a valuable research tool, it contains more than facts and figures. Mitcham assesses the performance and quality of each division, including how and why it changed over time. He evaluates strengths and weaknesses during different phases of the conflict in terms of manpower, vehicles, and armor quality. He also analyzes commander performance and its impact on overall efforts. The story follows the panzer legions until their ultimate disposition-destruction or disbanding. Includes a comprehensive index of individuals, units, battles and campaigns.

Table of Contents:

Preface
Panzer Divisions
1 thru 27
116th
130th
155th
178th
179th
232nd
233rd
273rd
Clausewitz
Feldhernnhalle (1 & 2)
Führer Grenadier
Holstein
Jueterburg
Kurmark
Muencheberg
Norway
Silesia
Tatra
Grossdeutschland
Appendix I
Appendix II
Appendix III
Appendix IV
Index

LC Card Number: 00-034116

LCC Class: D757

Dewey Class: 940


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