Bombers' Training, and Application of Same in Trench Warfare by Ferris
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"Bombers' Training, and Application of Same in Trench Warfare" by Ferris is a practical military guide written during the early 20th century, particularly in the context of World War I trench warfare. This instructional publication targets officers and non-commissioned officers (N.C.O.s) engaged in the training of soldiers in the use of bombs and grenades, a vital skill during a time when trench combat had necessitated new methods of warfare. The book offers
a comprehensive overview of the training techniques required for effective bomb handling and throwing in the trenches, presenting a detailed syllabus, lectures on explosives, and descriptions of various types of grenades. It emphasizes discipline, organization, and safety in handling explosives, along with practical exercises reminiscent of war scenarios. With various diagrams and descriptions, readers gain insights into the physical and tactical implications of bomb warfare, including defensive and offensive uses, as well as methods of construction and teamwork necessary for successful bomb throwing. The text serves as an essential manual for improving efficiency and resourcefulness in the harsh realities of trench warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ferris, J. R., Lieutenant |
|---|---|
| Title | Bombers' Training, and Application of Same in Trench Warfare |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Brian Coe, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UG: Military science: Military engineering |
| Subject | Intrenchments |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58895 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2019 |
| Last Update | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 302 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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