Trench Warfare: A Manual for Officers and Men by Joseph S. Smith
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| Author | Smith, Joseph S. (Joseph Shuter), 1893-1950 |
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| LoC No. | 17016322 |
| Title | Trench Warfare: A Manual for Officers and Men |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Trench Warfare: A Manual for Officers and Men" by Joseph S. Smith is a military manual written in the early 20th century. This practical guide, authored by a Second Lieutenant with the British Expeditionary Force, focuses on the complexities and methodologies of trench warfare as experienced during World War I. The book is designed to equip officers and soldiers with crucial knowledge about trench construction, maintenance, and strategies as they navigate the harsh realities of the battlefield. At the start of the manual, the author reflects on the evolution of trench warfare, noting the lessons learned from previous conflicts, particularly the South African War. He outlines the transition from poor initial trench designs to more effective systems, emphasizing the importance of creating well-constructed trenches that can provide adequate protection and facilitate efficient movement of troops. Smith discusses the intricacies involved in locating and constructing trenches, such as ensuring effective fields of fire while maintaining concealment, showcasing the strategic considerations that underpin successful operations in the trenches. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UG: Military science: Military engineering |
| Subject | Intrenchments |
| Subject | Siege warfare |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61519 |
| Release Date | Feb 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 175 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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