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Mark IV

The Mark IV entered service in May 1917 and was the most prolific tank of the First World War….

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Mark V

Although similar in appearance to earlier models the Mark V was a much better tank, more powerful and easier to drive….

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Matilda I

In September 1935, the General Staff formally required infantry-support tanks, and specified pedestrian speed and heavy armour….

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Matilda II

The Matilda II was dominant in the Western Desert battlefield between the autumn of 1940 and the spring of 1941. …

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Panzer I Command Tank

The Panzer I command tank (or ‘Panzerbefehlswagens’) entered service in 1935 – and proved so useful that they remained in service until late 1942….

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Panzer II Ausf L

German reconnaissance units were intended for scouting – but by the time of the Normandy campaign, they were increasingly used on the front line – mostly in wheeled vehicles. However – the Panzer II Ausf L (or ‘Luchs’) was an exception to that rule….

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RAM Kangaroo

Kangaroo was the nickname given to armoured personnel carriers used by British and Canadian forces during the Second World War. They were created by converting the chassis of other vehicles….

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Renault FT

The Renault FT (often known as the FT-17) was the first tank to have its armament inside a fully rotating turret….

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