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_aBird, W. D. _q(Wilkinson Dent), _d1869-1943 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aSome Principles of Frontier Mountain Warfare |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2017 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2017-07-24 | ||
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) | ||
| 520 | _a"Some Principles of Frontier Mountain Warfare" by W. D. Bird is a military treatise written in the early 20th century. The book explores strategies and tactics specifically tailored for the complex environments of mountain warfare, particularly focusing on the Indian Frontier. It is based on the author's experience as a Brevet-Major and Professor at the Indian Staff College, providing valuable insights into the unique challenges faced in these terrains. The content of the book discusses various aspects of warfare, including troop organization, the strength and composition of military columns, and the importance of adaptability in strategy against tribal forces. Bird emphasizes the significance of terrain in military operations and the various forms of attack and defense suitable for the rugged landscapes of the Indian Frontier. He offers specific guidance on troop deployment, movement orders, camp positioning, and measures for protection against ambushes, highlighting the need for flexibility and the avoidance of rigid protocols in the face of dynamic battlefield conditions. Overall, the book serves as a guide for military leaders and strategists in effectively engaging with mountainous and tribal warfare scenarios. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aMilitary art and science | ||
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