Elements of Trench Warfare: Bayonet Training by William H. Waldron
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| Author | Waldron, William H. (William Henry), 1877-1947 |
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| Title | Elements of Trench Warfare: Bayonet Training |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Elements of Trench Warfare: Bayonet Training" by William H. Waldron is a military manual focused on the practical aspects of trench warfare, written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a guide for soldiers preparing for combat, providing instructions on various elements of trench organization, tactics, and combat training, particularly emphasizing bayonet training. Its primary objective is to equip soldiers with the essential knowledge to effectively engage in the conditions of World War I trench warfare. The opening of the book introduces the context and purpose of the manual, targeting soldiers who will face the realities of trench combat. The author emphasizes that the book is designed for practical use, ensuring the soldier can easily carry it into the field and refer to it as needed. It outlines the organization of a trench section, highlighting the various components such as wire entanglements, listening posts, machine-gun positions, and communication trenches. Waldron stresses the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of these elements for effective military strategy, laying the groundwork for a comprehensive guide on trench structure and defense mechanisms before transitioning into specific combat training, including bayonet techniques and tactical applications. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UD: Military science: Infantry |
| Subject | Bayonets |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58396 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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