Tanks And Armored Vehicles: The Backbone Of Ground Forces

History of Tanks

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Evolution of Tank Design

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Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs)

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Role in Modern Warfare

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Technological Advancements

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Challenges and Limitations

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