Panzer Tactics

Archival Summary & Scope

Wolfgang Schneider offers the definitive account of World War II German small-unit Panzer tactics. Drawing on period training manuals, after-action reports, extensive interviews with Panzer veterans, and his own experience as a modern armor commander, Schneider meticulously details offensive and defensive strategies, road marches, reconnaissance, command and control, combined arms operations, tank crew life, training, gunnery, and the future of armor. The narrative is richly supported by diagrams, maps, schematics, and hundreds of rare photos showcasing Panzers and their crews in action, providing unparalleled insight into the blitzkrieg. An essential resource for both military historians and armor enthusiasts.