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Rommel's Panzers: Rommel, Blitzkrieg and the Triumph of the Panzer Arm
Rommel's Panzers Rommel Blitzkrieg and the Triumph of the Panzer Arm Author:Christer Jorgensen This is an examination of why Rommel and his panzers were so successful and includes an analysis of the composition, tactics, doctrine, personnel and hardware of the panzer divisions and why they were so effective in the hands of master tacticians and why the armoured formations of Germany's adversaries were at a disadvantage in comparison. - Er... more »win Rommel was a brilliant tactician and an inspiring leader of men whose views were perfectly attuned to the German Blitzkrieg style of warfare, with its emphasis on the use of mass armoured formations and fast-paced, deep penetrations. - When Rommel was promoted to lead the 7th Panzer Division in the attack into France across the River Meuse in May 1940, his race to the English Channel was dramatically successful and split the Allied armies. - This book is a chronicle of how the fusion of Erwin Rommel with the panzer divisions resulted in some of the most spectacular victories experienced by the German Army in WWII. - Contains black and white photographs throughout and full colour maps that help the reader understand what was going on during particular engagements and panzer attacks and includes a comprehensive examination of the many successes Rommel and his tanks enjoyed during the North African campaign, particularly during the Battle of Gazala in May 1942.« less