The Tanks Of Dieppe : The History Of The Calgary Regiment (Tank) 1939 To August 19, 1942

Henry Jr., Hugh George

Place Of Publication Not Identified, 1991 ?


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Hardcover, 187 pages, 8.25x11 in. [21x28 cm.], B&W photographs. Produced with text printed on one side of each leaf, suggesting production by photocopier.

Condition

Ownership signature to the blank front endpaper. Numerous passages crudely underlined in ink throughout the text block. Numerous fore-edge corners bent and creased. Mild staining throughout the text block and to the covers. Covers worn, particularly at the extremities.

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Originally submitted as a Master of Arts thesis, this study traces the history of the 14th Canadian Army Tank Regiment (The Calgary Regiment (Tank)) from its mobilization and training in Canada and Britain to its first combat during the Dieppe Raid of 19 August 1942. A substantial section reconstructs the actions of the regiment's individual Churchill tanks during the operation, examining planning, intelligence, engineering preparations, and the tactical employment of armour in the assault. The concluding chapters follow the regiment's reorganization after Dieppe, the experiences of its prisoners of war, and its subsequent service in Italy and North-West Europe. Includes maps, photographs, notes, bibliography, and appendices.