M5A1 Stuart Tank with the US 3rd Armored Division in Köln

The M5A1 Stuart was a light tank used by the United States during World War II. It was an improved version of the M3 Stuart and featured a fully rotating turret with a 37mm M6 gun and a coaxial machine gun. The tank also had a crew of four, including a commander, gunner, loader, and driver.

The M5A1 Stuart had a top speed of around 36 mph (58 km/h) and was designed for reconnaissance and infantry support. It saw service in various theaters of World War II, including North Africa, the Pacific, and Europe. While it was considered obsolete by the later stages of the war due to its limited armor and armament, the M5A1 Stuart played a significant role in early war campaigns and contributed to the Allied efforts.