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Death Before Dismount: U.S. Army Tanks in Iraq

Death Before Dismount: U.S. Army Tanks in Iraq

Wright, Andrew Eric, Sr.

Hardcover

General World HistoryIraq HistoryIraq War (2003-2011)

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ISBN10: 1636244750
ISBN13: 9781636244754
Publisher: Casemate
Published: Apr 30 2025
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.66
Height: 1.02 Width: 6.06 Depth: 9.13
Language: English
Wright's work captures the enduring spirit of armored combat and the human dimension that continues to define it. For armor officers, NCOs, and defense leaders engaged in force design and doctrinal modernization, this book provides both historical perspective and a reminder that the tank's relevance ultimately rests on the professionalism of those inside the turret. - Parameters

During the Iraq War, the U.S. Army found itself in a very similar situation to the 1st Air Mobile Cavalry Division during the Vietnam Conflict--facing an enemy who knew the terrain and was determined to fight for their cause. The difference between the two conflicts is that American forces could not take full advantage of armor superiority in Vietnam. For the infantry to truly be effective and dominant, they need to have the backing of tanks, enabling them to continue dismounted operations overwatched by tanks.

The history and battle techniques of the army's armored core have been discussed in other military conflicts in depth, but this will be the first full discussion of the role and usefulness of the tanks in Iraq, analyzing battles that were completely shaped or significantly aided due to the presence and efficiency of armor units. These units were well-trained and well-equipped and provided armored support and devastating firepower that the enemy could not easily counter. They were such a powerful force that the insurgents in Iraq had to completely change their tactics to account for the Abrams that they were facing. This work will attempt to illuminate the importance of the tanks themselves as well as the tankers who fought inside of them and show how valuable they were to the army and Operation Iraqi Freedom, 2003-2009.

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