Late to the Fight: How the M26 Pershing Nearly Missed WWII
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Late to the Fight: How the M26 Pershing Nearly Missed WWII
Developed to counter German heavy armor, the M26 Pershing was America’s long-overdue answer to the Tiger and Panther. But delays, red tape, and shifting doctrines meant it arrived only at the war’s end. This is the story of how a powerful tank almost missed its moment—and why its impact still sparks debate.
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