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The Tank War
- Author
- Mark Urban
- Narrator
- Mark Urban
- Publisher
- 12Point Audio
- Publish Date
- 29 August 2025
- Run Time
- 12 hours 38 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
In this remarkable narrative history, acclaimed author Mark Urban tells the story of World War II through the eyes of this brave regiment. In many ways, the fighting Fifth's journey reflects Britain - early losses turned to eventual victory through ingenuity, daring and exceptional bravery. Fighting against overwhelming odds, they beat back the infamous German Panzer Divisions and paved the way for an Allied resurgence.
Drawing on interviews, archives and new sources, The Tank War is a moving personal story which brings a fresh perspective on the crucial role of tanks in the Allied victory.
From the author of Task Force Black, Big Boys' Rules and Rifles.
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Details
- Author
- Mark Urban
- Narrator
- Mark Urban
- Duration
- 12 hours 38 minutes
- Release Date
- 29 August 2025
- ISBN
- 9781786586575
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- 12Point Audio
- Genre
- Biography: historical, political and military, Military forces and sectors, Military history, Military vehicles and transport of air, land and sea, Second World War
Synopsis
From Dunkirk to North Africa, from D-Day to Hamburg, the 5th Royal Tank Regiment were in the frontline. Few regiments had longer wars or saw more action than the 'Filthy Fifth'.In this remarkable narrative history, acclaimed author Mark Urban tells the story of World War II through the eyes of this brave regiment. In many ways, the fighting Fifth's journey reflects Britain - early losses turned to eventual victory through ingenuity, daring and exceptional bravery. Fighting against overwhelming odds, they beat back the infamous German Panzer Divisions and paved the way for an Allied resurgence. Drawing on interviews, archives and new sources, The Tank War is a moving personal story which brings a fresh perspective on the crucial role of tanks in the Allied victory.From the author of Task Force Black, Big Boys' Rules and Rifles.
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