Machine Gun Fire Control (1917)

By Glenn Perrin Wilhelm

Book Overview

Machine Gun Fire Control is a book written by Glenn Perrin Wilhelm in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide to the operation and control of machine guns, specifically during the First World War. It covers the various types of machine guns in use at the time, including the Maxim, Vickers, and Hotchkiss, and provides detailed instructions on their use and maintenance. The book also covers the principles of fire control, including the use of range finders, aiming devices, and fire direction instruments. It provides detailed instructions on how to calculate ranges, adjust for wind and elevation, and control the rate of fire. The book is intended for use by military personnel, particularly those involved in the operation and maintenance of machine guns. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of military technology and tactics during the First World War.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: 1437037194
• ISBN13: 9781437037197
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"