Why Sherman numbers and support mattered more than mythology

The Sherman challenges claims that only the most individually impressive weapon matters. American industry could build the tank in large numbers, maintain it in the field and keep formations supplied with replacements. Losses are unavoidable, so a system that can restore combat strength has an operational advantage over a rarer vehicle with better headline features. German and, to a lesser degree, British forces faced greater difficulty repairing or replacing damaged tanks, making logistics part of the quality comparison.