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3 unusual facts about Light Tank Mk VIII


Light Tank Mk VIII

The Mk VIII was also discussed in terms of another plan known as the Carrier Wing; in this plan flying surfaces, such as wings, would be fitted to the Mk VIII so that it could be towed by a transport aircraft and then glide into battle in support of airborne forces.

The Tank, Light, Mk VIII (A25), also known as the Harry Hopkins, after President Roosevelt's chief diplomatic advisor, was a British light tank produced by Vickers-Armstrong during World War II.

Metro Cammell

In the Second World War, Metro built tanks again: including the Valentine tank and Light Tank Mk VIII.



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