REEDITION Armored M8 Greyhound. 2ndG.M Italeri-6364

Description

At the beginning of World War II, the U.S. Army used light, lightly armed vehicles to carry out advanced reconnaissance activities, known as “scout cars”. As the war unfolded, the M-8 Greyhound armored vehicle, with greater protection and heavier armament, marked a significant change for the U.S. military. This vehicle provided greater operational flexibility and could be used more effectively to support ground troops thanks to the 37 mm gun installed in the turret. Initially used on the Italian front, from Montecassino to Anzio, it then participated in the D-Day operations in June 1944. Despite the difficulties and challenges in the Normandy terrain in the early stages of the operation, the M-8 was especially valued for its speed of movement and versatility of use. In addition to its use by the U.S. military, it was employed by numerous allied countries.