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1. The first combat use of the tank occurred where?
2. During the years following World War I, what country adopted the concept of constructing massive armored formations and entire armored divisions that would eventually lead to their early triumphs in WW2?
3. What German tank was produced throughout the entire length of World War II, making it one of Wehrmacht's best armored vehicle?
4. What was the name of one of the first battles fought between US and German forces in WW2, one that proved the vulnerability of the early M4 Sherman tank and inexperience of the US army?
5. During the Cold War a new type of tank emerged from the 'medium tank' concept that took off during WW2. What was it called?
6. Which of the following was NOT a tank manufactured by the United States?
7. During the Cold War, the Soviet T-72 tank saw export success with many countries. Which of the following countries did NOT receive the T-72 tank?
8. During Operation Desert Storm, American M1A1 Abrams tanks proved no match for the Iraqi Type 59 tank, and was knocked out in rows.
9. Ever since the emergence to prominence of the tank, leading military powers around the world have developed numerous techniques to counter it. Which of the following is NOT considered an anti-tank weapon?
10. This man materialized the German "Blitzkrieg" doctrine, formulated the "Schwerpunkt" philosophy, and was frequently called one of modern armored warfare's founding fathers. Who is this person?
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