Army Physical Training: Based On The System Of Physical Training Employed In The United States Army (1919)

By William Henry Waldron

Book Overview

Army Physical Training: Based On The System Of Physical Training Employed In The United States Army (1919) is a comprehensive guide to the physical training system utilized by the United States Army during the First World War. Written by William Henry Waldron, a former Army officer and physical training instructor, the book provides a detailed overview of the exercises, drills, and techniques used to develop the strength, endurance, and agility of soldiers. The book is divided into several sections, each focused on a particular aspect of physical training, such as calisthenics, marching, bayonet drill, and obstacle course training. Each section includes detailed instructions and illustrations to help readers understand and perform the exercises correctly. Additionally, the book provides guidance on how to create effective training programs, how to assess physical fitness, and how to prevent and treat injuries.Overall, Army Physical Training is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, physical fitness, or physical education. It offers a unique glimpse into the training methods used by the United States Army during a critical period in its history and provides practical advice that can be applied to any fitness program.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436781213
• ISBN13: 9781436781213
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"