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The Panther was directly inspired by the venerable T-34. It was originally decided that the Germans would copy directly this tank design, but national pride vetoed that. So it just incorporated all its features.

The Panther tank was in service since 1943 in Kursk with the LSSAH. It was superior to all the tanks the Soviets fielded, and its assault gun successor is hailed as one of the best Tank Destroyers out there. But what if it came in service earlier? Would this benefit Germany, or instead make a faster defeat feasible? Also, provide a POD.
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