The Sturmgeschütz, or StuG, as it is more popularly known, while
conceived as self-propelled, infantry support artillery, in time, formed
the backbone of Germany's anti-tank operations during WWII. With more
than 135 war-era photos, this volume chronicles the design, development,
and deployment of the first six (of nine variants) of this famed and
feared weapon. The material is arranged in seven chapters, each focusing
on a specific production model, or Ausführung, of the Sturmgeschütz.
This volume covers the Ausf.A through F/8 variants used during the early
WWII years. Comprehensive tables reveal the details of performance, as
well as technical specifications of each variant. A concise,
easy-to-read text, and detailed photo captions expose the secrets of
this iconic vehicle. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.