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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.

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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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