CORGI CC51006 1/50 M4A3 SHERMAN TANK U.S ARMY SICILY ITALY, 1943 - LIMITED STOCK The 2nd Armored Division provided General Patton with the strong armored shock force he needed to exploit his landings on Sicily during Operation Husky. The 2nd landed at Licata on July 11, 1943, and moved rapidly inland thanks in large part to the ineffective leadership of Hermann Goering's Panzer Division. Just before the invasion Operational Memo 34 was issued, stating that tanks should be camouflaged in either earth yellow or earth red over olive drab. The 2nd tended to use earth yellow. The fighting in North Africa had also shown that the white American star could sometimes be mistaken for a German cross at a distance, so the "Allied Star" was developed and first used in Sicily. Another unique form of identification used during Operation Husky was a pair of olive-drab pennants tied to the radio antenna. M4A3 Sherman The pilot model of the M4 was completed in September 1941, and the Sherman became the most widely produced tank of the war. The M4 Sherman defeated heavier tanks with superior numbers, and by using outflanking tactics to strike thinner enemy flank armor. Shermans also achieved success with progressively upgunned models and by working with tank destroyers. The Sherman tank--named by the British--was fast, maneuverable, mechanically reliable, easy to manufacture, and effective in its infantry support role. It served with the US Army and Marines during World War II, and the US transferred large numbers to the United Kingdom and allied forces of many countries. Corgi Military Vehicles The Corgi "Military Vehicles" range presents higly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Corgi diecast tanks require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box. Made from diecast metal, die cast tanks from Corgi are 100% true to scale... these don't look like model tanks, they look like tanks!. Color, camouflage and unit markings are carefully researched for Maximum authenticity, marking the difference between and authentic scale model tank and a "toy" tank. Corgi "Military Vehicles" diecast vehicles feature: Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull in diecast metal. Accurate moving tracks on detailed rotating wheels. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Limited Edition model – certificated 6,500 produced worldwide. The photos in this listing are from our own library, the model you will receive is brand new and sealed. Buy Gone World are more than happy to post items worldwide, postage for the item/s will be established at point of sale/interest and will be messaged to each member when asked. Buy Gone World does offer discounts for multiple purchases, this includes International Posting. PLEASE SEE OUR OTHER LISTINGS - MANY ARE DESIRABLE AND RARE MODELS YOU DO NOT SEE ANYMORE - WE HAVE MORE THAN 2,000 SOLD OUT MODELS IN STOCK WITH US - ALL ARE STILL NEW UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US, WE ARE HERE MOST OF THE TIME AND ALL QUESTIONS/ENQUIRIES ARE ANSWERED WITHOUT FAIL. BGW TEAM Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter The 2nd Armored Division provided General Patton with the strong armored shock force he needed to exploit his landings on Sicily during Operation Husky. The 2nd landed at Licata on July 11, 1943, and moved rapidly inland thanks in large part to the ineffective leadership of Hermann Goering's Panzer Division. Just before the invasion Operational Memo 34 was issued, stating that tanks should be camouflaged in either earth yellow or earth red over olive drab. The 2nd tended to use earth yellow. The fighting in North Africa had also shown that the white American star could sometimes be mistaken for a German cross at a distance, so the "Allied Star" was developed and first used in Sicily. Another unique form of identification used during Operation Husky was a pair of olive-drab pennants tied to