M8 Greyhound Light Armored Car 1941–91

M8 Greyhound Light Armored Car 1941–91 cover

M8 Greyhound Light Armored Car 1941–91

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The M8 light armored car was the only significant wheeled combat vehicle used by the US Army in World War II. In conjunction with the lightly armed utility version, the M20, it was the staple of the army's cavalry squadrons for use in reconnaissance and scouting. First entering combat in Italy in 1943, it was widely used throughout the campaign in northwest Europe, though its off-road performance was found to be wanting. This title describes the design and development of the M8, covering the many variants that were produced during World War II and afterwards, along with a comprehensive survey of its operational use.

Table of Contents

Introduction · Light Tank Destroyer and M8 Development · M8 Derivatives · Into Service · The M8 Armored Car Described · The M8 Armored Car in Combat · The M8 in Lend-Lease Service · Postwar M8 Armored Car Use · Bibliography · Color Plate Commentary · Index

Product details

Published 25 Jun 2002
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 48
ISBN 9781841764689
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 45 b/w; 7 col
Dimensions 248 x 184 mm
Series New Vanguard
Short code NVG 53
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Steven J. Zaloga

Steven J. Zaloga received his BA in History from U…

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Tony Bryan

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