Thomas L. Jentz Bücher

In diesem Band wird jeder Entwicklungsschritt der Halbkettenfahrzeuge mit eindrucksvollen Bildern aus dem Innenleben dokumentiert.

Focusing on the history and development of Tiger tank variants, this volume delves into the conception and production of the Tiger I, alongside earlier prototypes such as the D.W. and VK series. It features detailed scale drawings by Hilary L. Doyle, complemented by sketches and photographs that illustrate both external modifications and internal structures. The research is backed by over thirty years of effort, including the examination of original documents from design firms and military records, alongside extensive photographic documentation of surviving Tiger I tanks.

Focusing on the defensive strategies of the Panzertruppen, this companion volume delves into the intricacies of their combat operations. It provides in-depth information about the various units and organizations involved, the different types of Panzers deployed, and the tactics employed during their struggles. This detailed examination offers insights into the operational aspects of armored warfare in a historical context.

This companion volume presents how the Panzertruppen fought during their defensive struggle with details on the units, organizations, types of Panzers, and tactics.

This volume explores the development of the VK 45.02(P), VK 45.03(H), and the modifications for the Tiger II at the war's end, featuring scale drawings by Hilary L. Doyle alongside sketches and photographs of external and internal modifications. Over two decades of research were dedicated to uncovering original documents that detail the development, characteristics, and tactical capabilities of the Tiger series. Tom Jentz meticulously searched for surviving records from design and assembly firms such as Henschel, Krupp, Nibelungenwerk, Porsche, and Wegmann, as well as from the Heeres-Waffenamt, the D656 manuals on the Tiger, and German unit war diaries and operations reports. This written documentation was enhanced by thousands of photographs and on-site research of surviving Tigers, revealing details only obtainable from actual specimens. New insights were gained regarding the evolution of the heavy tank series, key design decisions, significant production modifications, production statistics, and tactical capabilities of the Tigers. Additionally, the book provides an accurate account of Tiger distribution to combat units and includes combat accounts written shortly after engagements. Tom Jentz is also the author of several notable works on German tanks, all available from Schiffer Publishing Ltd.