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Tanks, Blitzkriegs and Battlefields.
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In this episode, we dive into the powerhouse new release Tank by Mark Urban, a thrilling and thought-provoking history of the most iconic weapon of the 20th century. From the muddy trenches of World War I to the sweeping mechanized offensives of World War II and the Cold War arms race, we chart the evolution of the tank—and its central role in shaping how wars are fought.
We unpack how Blitzkrieg tactics, armoured warfare, and tank design evolved across the 20th century, and what this means for the future of ground combat. Is the tank obsolete in the age of drones and…
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