The World's Work Second War Manual The Conduct Of The War (1914)

The World's Work Second War Manual: The Conduct Of The War (1914) is a comprehensive guide to the conduct of war written by Arthur Wilson Page. The book was originally published in 1914, just as World War I was beginning, and provides a detailed overview of the strategies, tactics, and technologies that were being used in modern warfare at that time. The manual is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of the war. The first section provides an overview of the causes and origins of the war, as well as a discussion of the military and political forces that were driving the conflict. The second section focuses on the organization and training of armies, including the recruitment and training of soldiers, the role of officers and commanders, and the logistics of supplying and equipping troops in the field.The third section covers the various types of weapons and equipment that were being used in the war, including rifles, machine guns, artillery, tanks, airplanes, and submarines. The fourth section explores the tactics and strategies that were being employed by the various armies, including trench warfare, guerrilla warfare, and naval warfare.Throughout the book, Page provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various weapons, equipment, and tactics being used in the war, as well as analysis of their effectiveness and potential weaknesses. He also provides historical context and examples from previous wars, as well as predictions for how the war might evolve in the future.Overall, The World's Work Second War Manual: The Conduct Of The War (1914) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of modern warfare, particularly the strategies and tactics that were being used during World War I.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.