Description: This book delves into the intricate world of machine guns, offering a comprehensive guide to their operation and tactical application during the early 20th century. The text is divided into three sections, each exploring a different aspect of this powerful weapon. The first part examines the inner workings of the machine gun, offering detailed descriptions of the mechanisms behind its operation. This section provides an in-depth analysis of each part of the gun, including common problems that may arise, and how to diagnose and rectify them. The second part focuses on the practical handling of machine guns on the battlefield, covering essential skills for achieving accuracy and effectiveness. The author delves into techniques for target designation, marksmanship training, and the execution of indirect fire, a vital tactic for targeting enemies beyond direct line of sight. The final section delves into the strategic deployment of machine guns in combat scenarios. The author discusses the unique characteristics of machine guns that make them potent tools in both offensive and defensive maneuvers, and provides insightful commentary on how to utilize them effectively in various situations, including outpost defense, trench warfare, and during the advance and retreat of infantry units. This book offers a valuable glimpse into the evolving tactics and technology of warfare during a pivotal period in military history. The author's expertise and practical insights provide a comprehensive guide to the effective utilization of machine guns, a weapon that would transform the nature of combat in the years to come. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
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Book Title: Machine Guns, Vol. 1 : Part I, Mechanism; Part II, the Practical Handling of Machine Gun Fire; Part III, Machine Gun Tactics (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 274 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Item Height: 0.6 in
Publication Year: 2015
Topic: Automotive
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Technology & Engineering
Item Weight: 13 Oz
Author: Julian S. Hatcher
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
