Buch, Englisch, 166 Seiten, Format (B × H): 170 mm x 244 mm, Gewicht: 299 g
A Record of the Arms of the British Army and Navy
Buch, Englisch, 166 Seiten, Format (B × H): 170 mm x 244 mm, Gewicht: 299 g
ISBN: 978-1-107-67015-0
Verlag: Cambridge University Press
Originally published in 1938, this book presents a historical study of the arms used by the British Army and Navy. The text concentrates for the most part on the swords used by different divisions, although sections are included on 'Belts, Slings, Knots', 'Lance, Bayonet and Staff Weapons' and 'Muskets, Rifles, and Carbines'. Numerous illustrative figures are also included, together with a list of works consulted. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in military history and the historical development of weapons.
Autoren/Hrsg.
Fachgebiete
- Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Weltgeschichte & Geschichte einzelner Länder und Gebietsräume Geschichte einzelner Länder Europäische Länder England, UK, Irland: Regional & Stadtgeschichte
- Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Geschichtliche Themen Militärgeschichte
- Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Militärwesen Ausrüstung & Waffen
Weitere Infos & Material
Preface
List of plates and text-figures
Introduction
1. Early regulations, warrants, and records
2. The sword through the centuries
3. Swords of the army
4. Belts, slings, knots, etc.
5. Lance, bayonet, and staff weapons
Tests
Appendix. Muskets, rifles, and carbines
Works consulted
Index.
