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Name: The American Engineers in France (Classic Reprint)
Author: William Barclay Parsons
ISBN: 9781330947050

William Barclay Parsons

9781330947050: The American Engineers in France (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1330947053 ISBN 13 : 9781330947050

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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American engineers on the Western Front transform modern warfare with practical skill and ingenuity. In The American Engineers in France, readers follow how U.S. Army engineers moved beyond fortifications to become vital builders, problem solvers, and logisticians in a fast‑moving war.

The book chronicles the daily life and broad scope of engineering work—from camouflage and deception to large‑scale shop operations, water supply, and railway construction. It shows how engineers collaborated with French and British allies, managed specialized units, and adapted to new kinds of combat where speed and reliability mattered as much as strength.

How camouflage and illusion protected guns and troops on critical fronts

The setup and use of mobile and fixed workshops to repair equipment and produce needed arms

Engineering roles in water supply, electricity, and mechanical systems for hospitals, depots, and camps

Railway and road work that kept supplies moving under battlefield pressure

Ideal for readers of military engineering history and World War I studies.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330947053
ISBN 13: 9781330947050
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 470
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The American Engineers in France (Classic Reprint)

William Barclay Parsons

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1330947053 ISBN 13 : 9781330947050

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of the American engineers who served in France during World War I. The author, a veteran engineer himself, offers a unique perspective on the vital role of engineering in the conflict, far beyond the traditional image of trenches and battles. It's a story of remarkable innovation, resilience, and the profound impact of technology on warfare. The book explores the logistical challenges of transporting troops and supplies across the vast ocean, the construction of critical infrastructure like ports and railways, and the constant race to overcome enemy sabotage and evolving battlefield conditions. The author delves into the challenges of adapting civilian engineering practices to the demands of war, highlighting the vital role of railways, bridges, and water supply systems. He also discusses the use of advanced technologies like chemical warfare and the emergence of the 'new military engineer' - a figure who combines expertise in civil engineering with knowledge of physics, chemistry, and even geology. Through the author's personal experiences and insights, this book provides a valuable glimpse into the transformative nature of warfare in the early 20th century and the vital role played by engineers in shaping its course. 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 r�f. du vendeur 9781330947050_0

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