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In the aftermath of World War 2, the landscape of armored warfare underwent a seismic shift. The United States, recognizing the evolving threats, especially from the formidable Soviet IS-3 heavy tanks, embarked on a mission to redefine its armored capabilities. The post-war period marked the end of the era of steel, giving rise to a new generation of tanks. The M48 Patton emerged as a symbol of this transformation.

Designed to replace its predecessors like the M26 Pershing and M46 Patton, the M48 was more than just a tank; it was America's answer to the challenges of modern warfare, and it would become the US’s main battle tank in the Vietnam War.

Concealed beneath its formidable exterior was armor plating as thick as 120 millimeters, affording its crew unparalleled protection. Its offensive capabilities were equally impressive, boasting a powerful 90-millimeter main gun, complemented by coaxially mounted machine guns and turret-mounted armaments.

Vietnam's jungles and urban terrains bore witness to the tank's prowess. In one unforgettable engagement during the 1968 Battle of Hue, the M48 took a direct hit, an epic moment inadvertently captured on film…

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