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Is-2 Heavy Tank 1944-1973 (New Vanguard, No 7)
Is2 Heavy Tank 19441973 - New Vanguard, No 7 Author:Steve Zaloga The Iosef Stalin tanks were the ultimate heavy tanks developed by the Soviet Union and were popularly called 'Victory tanks' due to their close association with the defeat of Germany in 1945. Yet in spite of their reputation, the Stalin tanks emerged from a troubled design, had a brief moment of glory in 1944 and 1945, and disappeared in ignomin... more »y after 1960. This title covers the events contributing to the Soviet Unions need to design the new series, with particular reference to the unsuccessful KV series and the advent of a new generation of heavy German tanks including the Tiger, It also covers their development, operational history and myriad variants.« less