This subject guide is designed to help users begin their research on US armor before World War II.
Through various resources, this guide will provide information on how the US Army transitioned from mounted cavalry to a mechanized and armored force, leading to the evolution and development of tanks. The historical timeline covered in this guide spans from the Great War through the Interwar period and just before World War II.
Feel free to e-mail Ask-a-Librarian if you have questions or comments concerning this guide or call the CARL Reference Services at (913) 758-3053.
When searching the CARL catalog you can find even more resources using the search terms below:
Tank
Motorized
Mechanized
Tank Warfare
Armored Cavalry
Cavalry
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