The Citroen Traction Avant: In Uniform
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| Rating | : | 4.16 (525 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 2352502659 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-12-15 |
| Language | : | French |
DESCRIPTION:
Built in 1934, André Citroen’s legendary car had a rich and stunning career due to the events which plunged the world into war five years later. THE book all Citroen Traction Avant buffs and all amateurs of automobile and military history have been waiting for.. By the end of 1942 it was once again serving under French colors, this time engaged successfully in the Tunisian Campaign, appearing there in strange armored versions. Thousands of them joined the French Army during the Phoney War then went through the trials and tribulations of war.Very much in spite of itself, the “Traction” (front wheel drive) changed sides and the Germans, who had a particular taste for it, used them all throughout Europe. Citroen’s marvel became one of the symbols of France’s rebirth.A c
Too bad. Book is in French and not English. Too bad.