Sword, Lance and Bayonet
Sword, Lance and Bayonet
E.C. Hopkinson
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USDOriginally 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.
Product details
October 2013Paperback
9781107670150
166 pages
244 × 170 × 9 mm
0.28kg
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Table of Contents
- 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.
