Master battlefield engineering with practical, ready-to-use methods for securing and moving an army.
This reference presents the core ideas behind military field engineering. It explains how field fortifications and defensive positions are planned and built, and how they fit with a army’s fire and mobility in the field. The material covers general principles, types of works, and the evolving role of engineers and line troops in defense, assault, and rapid construction.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an accessible guide to the principles and practices of field engineering for both infantry and cavalry. It draws on historical and contemporary examples to provide comprehensive instruction on temporary fortifications, obstacles, and bridge and road construction. Through the exploration of fire, projectiles, and penetration, the author elucidates the importance of cover and protection in battle while also detailing the types of weaponry and their range. The text emphasizes hasty intrenchments, gun pits, and epaulements that can be quickly built on the field and stresses the importance of clearing the ground of obstructions to improve defensive positions. It also discusses advanced topics like mines and fougasses, demonstrating the complexity and sophistication of field engineering. Through its practical applications and theoretical insights, this book offers a deep understanding of an essential aspect of military strategy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330566244_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330566244
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330566244
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 292 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25842617/2
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