The Essentials of Good Skirmishing - Gawler, George
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"The Essentials of Good Skirmishing," by George Gawler, is a timeless treatise on military tactics, offering a detailed exploration of skirmishing techniques and light infantry drill. Originally intended for military training, this meticulously prepared edition makes accessible Gawler's insights into effective skirmishing, a crucial element of infantry tactics. This volume delves into the core principles of skirmishing, presenting a brief but comprehensive system of common light infantry drill. Readers interested in military history, particularly the evolution of military strategy and the…mehr

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"The Essentials of Good Skirmishing," by George Gawler, is a timeless treatise on military tactics, offering a detailed exploration of skirmishing techniques and light infantry drill. Originally intended for military training, this meticulously prepared edition makes accessible Gawler's insights into effective skirmishing, a crucial element of infantry tactics. This volume delves into the core principles of skirmishing, presenting a brief but comprehensive system of common light infantry drill. Readers interested in military history, particularly the evolution of military strategy and the nuances of infantry tactics, will find this work invaluable. Gawler's work provides a fascinating glimpse into the training and execution of skirmishing maneuvers. Whether you're a student of military history or simply interested in the evolution of light infantry tactics, "The Essentials of Good Skirmishing" provides a rich historical perspective. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Colonel George Gawler (1795-1869) was a British army officer and colonial administrator, remembered not only for his administrative roles but also for his literary contributions to military arts. His military career was marked by active service; he participated in the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. Later, Gawler became the second governor of South Australia, where he was known for his efforts towards the planned colonial development. His tenure saw attempts at implementing systematic colonization based on Edward Gibbon Wakefield's theories, albeit with mixed results owing to financial pressures and conflicts with the Colonial Office. After returning to England, he retained a keen interest in military strategy and tactics. His writing, 'The Essentials of Good Skirmishing' (1845), reveals a substantive understanding of light infantry operations, focusing on the flexibility, initiative, and decision-making required for effective skirmishing. The book underlines Gawler's advocacy for disciplined autonomy within military ranks and his forward-thinking approach to the individual soldier's role in broader military engagements. Gawler's work in this area was a reflection of the evolving nature of warfare during the mid-19th century and indicates a shift towards a more modern understanding of small unit tactics. Gawler's writings contributed to military training and doctrine of the time, illuminating the transition from line to maneuver warfare.