Provisional Machine-Gun Firing Manual, 1917 (1917)

By U.S. Department of War

Book Overview

The Provisional Machine-Gun Firing Manual, 1917 is a book published by the War Department in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide to machine-gun firing techniques and tactics, intended to be used by soldiers in the field during World War I. It covers everything from the basics of machine-gun operation and maintenance to more advanced topics such as target selection and range estimation. The manual also includes detailed instructions for setting up and using various types of machine guns, including the Vickers, Lewis, and Hotchkiss. The book is written in a clear and concise style, with numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding. Overall, the Provisional Machine-Gun Firing Manual, 1917 is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of military tactics and technology.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: 1165682532
• ISBN13: 9781165682539
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"