A Survey of Tank Warfare In Europe from 6 June to 12 August 1944

Seventh Edition 2016

This is a new edition of British Army Operational Research Group (AORG) Memorandum No. C6 originally issued in 1952. This study was undertaken in order to examine the supposition that weight of numbers was the deciding factor in tank battles after 1942.

Coverage begins with the historical aspect of the armored fighting in Normandy, followed by an analysis of tank actions, and applies the results to possible future war with the Soviets.

Contents

The Historical Aspect of the Fighting in Normandy

Analysis of Tank Actions

Application of Results to Possible Future War

Appendix 1: Sources of Information

Appendix 2: Summary of Actions and General Analysis

Appendix 3: Estimated Strengths of German Formations 19 July 1944

Appendix 4: Enemy Dispositions 16 July 1944

3 cover photos

4 maps

9 tables