The Operators is a non-fiction book that provides a shocking, behind-the-scenes portrait of the Allied military command in Afghanistan. Expanding on his controversial Rolling Stone article that led to the firing of General Stanley McChrystal, Michael Hastings details the high-stakes maneuvers, bureaucratic infighting, and the "rock star" lifestyle of the military elite. From patrol missions in …
This volume, number 24 of The Combat Tanks Collection series, provides a focused study of the M-109A6 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzer, specifically highlighting its use by the 2nd Infantry Division of the United States in 1994. The M-109A6 Paladin is a significant piece of modern artillery, featuring advanced digital fire control systems and improved reliability and survivability. The book offe…
This volume, number 27 of The Combat Tanks Collection series, is a detailed study of the M4A3 Sherman tank equipped with a 105mm howitzer, specifically focusing on its deployment by the 756th Tank Battalion of the U.S. Army in France in 1945. The M4A3 (105mm) was primarily used for close-support fire, ideal for engaging enemy strong points and fortifications. This book provides an in-depth arti…
This volume, number 26 of The Combat Tanks Collection series, is dedicated to the M13/40 tank used by the 133rd Armoured Division 'Littorio' in Italy in 1942. It provides a detailed examination of this specific armored vehicle, featuring its military history, technical data, and often includes information for precision models. The material serves as an essential reference for military historian…