Osprey - French Tanks Of WW2 (1) Child Formation in May 1942 -

Formation in May 1942 - first action at Leningrad front line

Common perception classifies it as the 'world's first tank battle' but Alexander Turner shows us that the true importance of Cambrai was that it saw the first use of armour as an operational shock tactic

The upgunning of the vehicle required a new cradle and gun shield

and how they fought

Osprey - French Tanks Of WW2 (1) Child Formation in May 1942 -By Steven J Zaloga and Ian Palmer. 48 pages of text, black and white photos accompanied by colour plates of French armour during world war 2. Seen as one of the authorities on armour Steven Zaloga gives a full & comprehensive account both technical and how they were used in combat.