Book

Arms and armour of the First World War

Ferguson, Jonathan, 1979- author, Traynor, Lisa, author, Yallop, Henry, author

Overview

\"The First World War was a watershed in human history. Beginning in the European summer of 1914, the conflict reverberated around the world, destroying four empires and costing nearly ten million lives. The years of war also saw major advances in military strategy and tactics, which were reflected in the weapons used on the battlefield. Jonathan Ferguson, Lisa Traynor and Henry Yallop offer an extended introduction to the artillery and personal firearms of the Great War, with particular focus on icons such as the Maxim machine gun. They provide a unique insight into the material culture that not only brought about the horrors of the Somme, Passchendaele and Gallipoli but, arguably, provided the means to bring peace in 1918.0The book forms part of a series of introductions to aspects of the Royal Armouries' collection of arms and armour. Written by specialists in the field, they are packed full of fascinating information and stunning photography.\"--Back cover.

• Publisher: Royal Armouries Museum
• Subject: World War, 1914-1918 Equipment and supplies. / Military weapons Europe History 20th century.
• ISBN: 9780948092787, 0948092785

Item info:

1 item available

1 item total in all locations

Holdings :

Call Number	Copies	Material	Location
U815.F47 2017	1	BOOK	AUTOSTORE