Vickers

Training for the Trenches (eBook, ePUB)

A Practical Handbook Based upon Personal Experience During the First Two Years of the War in France

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Training for the Trenches: A Practical Handbook Based upon Personal Experience During the First Two Years of the War in France is an invaluable guide for soldiers, officers, and anyone interested in the realities of World War I trench warfare. Written by Captain Leslie Vickers, this comprehensive manual draws directly from his firsthand experiences on the Western Front, offering a rare and authentic perspective on the challenges and demands faced by those serving in the trenches. The book covers a wide range of essential topics, including physical training, discipline, equipment, trench construction, and the daily routines necessary for survival and effectiveness in combat. Vickers provides detailed instructions on bayonet fighting, musketry, bombing, and the use of various weapons, as well as advice on maintaining morale, health, and hygiene under the harshest conditions. The handbook also addresses the importance of teamwork, leadership, and adaptability, emphasizing the mental and physical preparation required for modern warfare. Rich with practical tips, illustrations, and anecdotes, Training for the Trenches serves as both a historical document and a practical resource, reflecting the spirit, resilience, and ingenuity of those who fought in the Great War. Whether used as a training manual or read for its historical insights, this book remains a testament to the courage and determination of soldiers in one of history's most grueling conflicts.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Science & Technology Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 192
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. September 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9782528110362
• Artikelnr.: 76336666