Osprey Vanguard

Series · 28

books · 1759-2025

By Bryan Perrett, Simon Dunstan, Philip R.N. Katcher, and more

Books in series

US 1st Infantry Division, 1939-45

1978

Squadron Publications Vanguard 3 US 1st Infantry Division 1939-45 #8003

FALLSCHIRMPANZERDIVISION 'HERMANN GORING'

1759

Fallschirmpanzer Division "Hermann Goring" in WWII

United States 101st Airborne Division, 1941-45

1978

2nd SS Panzer Division Das Reich

1979

#10

Allied Tank Destroyers

1979

This book offers a complete guide to the design, development and deployment of Allied tank destroyers during World War 2, including the M10, the M36 and M3. The concept behind the tank destroyer is explored, and its combat experience in North Africa, the Mediterranean and North-West Europe is detailed.

#12

Sturmartillerie and Panzerjager

1979

#13

Churchill Infantry Tank 1941-51

1993

The Churchill was undoubtedly one of the most successful British tanks of the Second World War. Although it suffered from being underarmed, a defect common to most British armoured vehicles of the period, it was nevertheless loved by its its cross-country ability was unrivalled and it was less inclined to 'brew-up' from a direct hit than the Sherman. It was also adaptable. Modified Churchills played a crucial part in the initial D-Day landings and in the subsequent advance through France. Bryan Perrett traces the life of this slow-moving but effective and respected tank from its initial inception through till its eventual obsolescence.

#14

The T 34 Tank

2025

#15

The Sherman Tank

in British Service 1942–45

1982

This book details the design, development and deployment of the Sherman tank throughout its World War 2 service. Deployment in North Africa, Sicily, Italy and North-West Europe is covered.

#16

Panzerkampfwagen III Medium Tank 1936-44

1991

During the glory years of blitzkrieg the PzKpfw III was the only weapon in the German tank arsenal that really counted. Like Napoleon's vieux moustaches, it did not merely witness history in the making – it made it, from the Channel to the Volga, and from the Arctic to the North African desert. It was the PzKpfw III that brought Hitler to the gates of Moscow and the closest to achieving his wildest dreams. This detailed study delves into the development and employment of the PzKpfw III, as well as its organisation and battlefield experience, illustrated by an examination of the battles in which it took part.

#17

The Stuart Light Tank Series

1991

#18

Panzerkampfwagen IV Medium Tank 1936-45

1980

The PzKpfw IV was essentially an integrated support weapon, and its involvement in WWII is difficult to separate from the story of the Panzerwaffe as a whole. A powerful and robust fighting machine, the PzKpfw IV was supplied to various allies of Germany, and remained in service with the Spanish and Finnish armies for some time after the end of the war. In the glory years of 1942-43 the PzKpfw IV was the mainstay of the Panzerwaffe, and Bryan Perrett's in-depth examination of this prolific fighting machine does full justice to the fascinating history and technical details of one of the greatest armoured vehicles ever to have fought.

#19

Armour of the Middle East Wars, 1948-78

1981

This book examines the development, deployment and design of armoured vehicles during the Middle East wars of the late 20th century. Operation `Kadesh', the Six-Day War and the Yom Kippur war are all covered. Vehicle colours and markings are shown in full colour artwork.

#20

Tiger Tanks

1981

#21

The PzKpfw V Panther

1981

#22

The Centurion Tank in Battle

1981

Conceived in the closing stages of the Second World War, Centurion arrived too late to see action against the German Panzers that had dominated that conflict. Although designed for warfare in Europe, it was not until 1951 that Centurions first saw combat in a completely different theatre - the rugged hills of Korea. It was not a fair proving ground for any tank but the Centurion was hugely successful. Its impressive performance under difficult conditions led to many overseas sales and the Centurion was destined to fight its major campaigns in the hands of foreign armies.

#23

British Tanks in N. Africa 1940-42

1981

This book explores the design, development and deployment of British tanks during the North African campaigns of World War 2. The logistics of vehicle recovery and delivey are also covered, and vehicles are shown in full colour artwork.

#25

German Armoured Cars and Reconnaissance Half-Tracks, 1939-45

1982

Flexibility, mobility, and the ability to effectively communicate were all key requirements that the units operating armoured cars and reconnaissance half-tracks demanded – and that were also crucial to the Panzerwaffe and German Army as a whole. Bryan Perrett's treatment of the development and history of German armoured cars and recce vehicles fully accounts for the crucial role that such units, and more importantly their vehicles, played during the course of World War II. Full orders of battle are also given, along with technical details and specifications of the vehicles assigned to particular units.

#27

Armour of the Korean War 1950–53

1982

This book explores the design, development, history and organisation of the armoured vehicles deployed during the Korean war. Starting with the initial invasion, Simon Dunstan tracks the deployment of armoured divisions throughout the course of the war. Vehicles are shown in full colour illustrations.

#29

The M47 and M48 Patton Tanks

1980

With Cold War fears mounting, the M47 and M48 were rushed into production – teething troubles were inevitable. In the decade that followed, however, these tanks proved to be the backbone of US armoured units. In its lifetime, the Patton has played vital roles in three wars, including Vietnam, and has served with more than 25 nations; it has spawned derivatives such as the Armored Vehicle Launched Bridge, an anti-aircraft variant, and has undergone diverse armament modifications. This book provides a comprehensive view of the M47 and M48 Patton tanks, combining technical information with fascinating accounts of the performance, development and deployment of this battle-tested and truly international fighting machine.

#30

Polish Armour 1939-45

1982

Osprey Vanguard #30 Polish Armour 1939-45 U1

#33

German Light Panzers 1932-42

1983

The light tanks of the Panzerwaffe make a fascinating subject for technical and historical study. Operation Barbarossa was the light tanks' swan thoroughly experienced and at the peak of self-confidence, the Panzergruppen brought Moscow to almost within Hitler's grasp. However, the effectiveness and popularity of the light panzers was only proven because Hitler's Panzerwaffe (despite their technical excellence) was poorly equipped. The critically short supply of the Panzerkampfwagen III and IV placed an ever-increasing onus on the light tanks that filled out the Panzerwaffe's ranks during the glory years. In this book, Bryan Perrett examines the evolution of the PzKpfw I and II.

#36

The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

1983

Formed on 3 July 1940, the Long Range Desert Group was the brilliant product of the vision of Major Ralph Bagnold of the Royal Corps of Signals. As a model for what is now commonly know as a Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol unit, the Group can have few equals.

#39

US Armour Camouflage and Markings 1917-1945

1984

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#41

M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank 1982-92

1985

The M1 Abrams was the most radical departure in US tank design since World War II. Until the advent of the M1 in the early 1980s, the US Army had relied on the steady evolution of the M26 Pershing tank, through the M46, M47, M48 and M60. The M1 design came at a time when there were a host of important new tank technologies coming to fruition, in terms of structure and these were integrated into it. This book details the design, development and operational use of one of the world's best main battle tanks.

#43

M2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle

1986

#45

Amtracs

US Amphibious Assault Vehicles

1987

The first prototype for the LVT (Landing Vehicle Tracked) was completed in July 1941, its design based on the Alligator, a tracked amphibious vehicle developed for rescue operations in the swamps of Florida. Though the early conception of amtrac operations envisioned using LVTs solely as supply vehicles, at Tarawa amtracs demonstrated their utility as assault vehicles to carry troops, leading to the development of new models. This book covers the evolution of amtracs, from the first LVT-1 to the LVT-7; their numerous variants; and their use throughout World War II and beyond.

#46

The Renault FT Light Tank

1988

Authors

Phililp Katcher has written over 20 titles in the Men-at-Arms Series including the highly successful five-volume set on Armies of the American Civil War.

Steven Zaloga is an author and defense analyst known worldwide for his articles and publications on military technology. He has written over a hundred books on military technology and military history, including “Armored Thunderbolt: The US Army Sherman in World War II”, one of the most highly regarded histories of the Sherman Tank. His books have been translated into Japanese, German, Polish, Czech, Romanian, and Russian. He was a special correspondent for Jane’s Intelligence Review and is on the executive board of the Journal of Slavic Military Studies and the New York Military Affairs Symposium. From 1987 through 1992, he was the writer/producer for Video Ordnance Inc., preparing their TV series Firepower. He holds a BA in history from Union College and an MA in history from Columbia University. Mr. Zaloga is also a noted scale armor modeler and is a host/moderator of the World War II Allied Discussion group at Missing-Lynx.com, a modelling website. He is a frequent contributor to the UK-based modeling magazine Military Modelling. He is a member of the Armor Modeling and Preservation Society.

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