The book "British Army Fighting Vehicles 1945 to the Present Tanks Illustrated 12" provides a comprehensive overview of the development and evolution of the British Army's fighting vehicles from the end of World War II to the present day. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the history, design, and deployment of tanks and other armored vehicles used by the British military during this period. It includes detailed descriptions of the various models of tanks and their technical specifications, as well as the role they played in different conflicts and battles. The book begins with an introduction to the post-war era and the challenges faced by the British military in terms of rebuilding and modernizing its armed forces. This section highlights the need for new technologies and strategies to address the changing nature of warfare and the evolving threat landscape. The author then delves into the development of the first generation of post-war tanks, including the Centurion, which was introduced in the early 1950s and became the backbone of the British armored forces for decades. The book also explores the development of other types of fighting vehicles, such as infantry mobility vehicles, armored personnel carriers, and reconnaissance vehicles, and how these vehicles were used in various conflicts, including the Falklands War and the Gulf War.

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