Land combat in World War II was dominated by the tank. The role of these hefty vehicles changed somewhat as the war evolved, with new models being manufactured and their weapons and defenses evolving.

Back in America, tank designers were already working on a successor to the Grant. The new Sherman packed a single 75-millimeter gun. Crew was just five, compared to the Grant’s seven. The M-4 featured ...

Here’s What You Need To Remember: The Sherman wasn’t the best tank, but thanks to efficient American production methods it would be the most prolific. American tanks in World War II were generally ...

Key Points and Summary - While the U.S. Army has fielded many exceptional tanks, several have been plagued by significant flaws. -The M3 Lee/Grant, a WWII stopgap, was a top contender for the worst ...