Gas and flame in modern warfare by Samuel James Manson Auld

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Author Auld, Samuel James Manson, 1882-
Illustrator Thayer, W. G.
LoC No. 18020528
Title Gas and flame in modern warfare
Original Publication United States: George H. Doran Company,1918.
Note Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits deaurider, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Gas and Flame in Modern Warfare" by Major S. J. M. Auld is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book provides an in-depth examination of the development and use of gas warfare during World War I, focusing particularly on the introduction of poison gases such as chlorine and phosgene by German forces. It highlights the challenges faced by soldiers and military leaders in adapting to this new form of combat, emphasizing the importance of training and effective gas defense measures. At the start of the narrative, Auld recounts the initial skepticism surrounding rumors of gas attacks among soldiers stationed in the trenches, illustrating their surprise at the first significant gas assault in April 1915. Through vivid descriptions, he conveys the panic and confusion that ensued as the gas cloud enveloped troops, leading to devastating casualties. The opening portion also discusses the early preparations made by the German military, detailing scientific advancements in gas production and the tactical decisions that enabled these attacks. This sets the stage for Auld's subsequent analysis of gas warfare’s impact on military strategy and the urgent need for protective measures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class UG: Military science: Military engineering
Subject Gases, Asphyxiating and poisonous -- War use
Subject Chemical warfare
Subject Flame throwers
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EBook-No. 69562
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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