Shermans v Panthers help

[phoenix]

Bump?

No help out there?

Maybe I'll refine it with a more specific question. I have read that tank tactics vis a vis engagements such as Shermans v Panthers might have included the idea that the Shermans should get in closer, that the Panthers were more effective at stand-off ranges.

Does this follow at all in the game? ie; should I be trying to get my Shermans up close to the Panthers, rather than standing off?

And, a further query - what is meant to be happening if I use 'assault' with my tanks? If I assault Panthers with Shermans - as opposed to shooting from distance - is that effective at all?

Thanks,

Peter