(A review of the book Tank: The Progress of a Monstrous War Machine by Patrick Wright, covering in detail some topics like the development of the first tank in Britain or the influence of the tank in culture)

All about the tactics, technologies, and evolution of the tank worldwide, from World War I to the Atomic and Digital Ages.

Weapons mounted in tanks have ranged from single rifle-calibre machine guns to, in recent years, long-barreled guns of 120- or 125-mm (4.72- or 4.92-inch) calibre. This article discusses the development …

Jan 19, 2024 · For over a century, the rumbling of tanks churning up the battlefield has struck fear into the hearts of the soldiers (and civilians) facing them, from their first use on the muddy fields of the …

Mar 10, 2023 · Tank legend David Fletcher MBE, historian of armoured warfare, and David Willey, curator of the Tank Museum, Bovington, discuss the First World War development of the tank.

Sep 16, 2016 · It was a century ago that a staple of modern warfare—the tank—first made its combat debut at the Battle of the Somme. Before dawn on the morning of September 15, 1916, a deep …

Dec 6, 2022 · Tank structure and design have changed over time to better meet the need for effective weapons and protection in war. This complete history of the evolution of tanks provides a detailed …

Apr 27, 2025 · In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into the tank development timeline, uncovering its fascinating history and evolution. From their first appearance during World War I to the modern …

A tank is an armored fighting vehicle designed for front-line ground combat, balancing firepower, armor, and mobility. It features tracks for movement and a powerful engine, often with a turret-mounted …

Dec 11, 2016 · Timeline: 100 years of tanks The first tanks rolled across a battlefield on the morning of 15 September 1916, when British forces attacked the positions of the German 28th Reserve Infantry …