The Military Transport Book. The Definitive Visual History

Dive into the history of mechanized warfare, encompassing over 5,000 years of battles across the earth, from ancient chariots and warships to contemporary supersonic planes and bombers. With The Military Transport Book, experience an exciting journey through the dynamic realm of mobile combat, complemented by hundreds of pages filled with compelling photography and engaging text. The book features over 400 groundbreaking military vehicles, allowing readers to explore a Korean turtle ship, command a Mark V Sherman tank, fly a Supermarine Spitfire, and operate a state-of-the-art MQ-9 Reaper drone. Reveal the formidable power of these machines and their roles in support, defense, and protection, examining how wars have been conducted on land, sea, and in the sky. This indispensable military history volume showcases breathtaking galleries of the most iconic military transport, including tanks, armored vehicles, aircraft, and drones. It offers visual "virtual tours" of significant models like the World War I Mark IV tank, World War II’s U-995 submarine, and the Cold War-era F-86 Sabre jet fighter. The book provides insightful analysis of pivotal events and advancements in warfare history, profiling the newest military equipment and technologies with unmatched depth, making it essential reading for military history enthusiasts of all ages.As part of the Transport series, with over 3 million copies sold globally, DK’s books serve as captivating coffee table staples that highlight the most significant and acclaimed vehicles and transport types ever created. Other works in the series include The Tank Book, The Truck Book, The Car Book, and The Aircraft Book, each offering a deep dive into their respective domains.