Isbn: 9781608880713 - light infantry: a historical perspective (18 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New.

Paperback or Softback. Zustand: New. Light Infantry: A Historical Perspective. Book.

Zustand: New.

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 6-7 days from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Paperback. Zustand: New.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New.

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 252 pages. 11.00x8.50x0.53 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: New.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. PRINT ON DEMAND Book; New; Fast Shipping from the UK. No. book.

Zustand: New. Print on Demand pp. 252 12:B&W 8.5 x 11 in or 280 x 216 mm Perfect Bound on White w/Gloss Lam.

Zustand: New. Print on Demand pp. 252.

Zustand: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 252.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The U.S. Army's commitment to light divisions is testimony to the importance of light infantry in modern war. The continuing usefulness of light forces goes beyond their ease of deployment. Light infantry exemplifies a state of mind that reveals itself in a unique tactical style, versatility, and elan that are so vital in battle.While the structure of light infantry makes it admirably equipped to fight in restricted terrain, it operates at considerable disadvantage in areas more suited to heavy forces. As with any military organization, commanders must consider both the capabilities and limitations of light infantry before committing it to battle. Major Scott R, McMichael provides a valuable historical perspective for understanding the characteristics, organization, and operations of light infantry forces.Major McMichael's Research Survey examines four light infantry forces operating in varying settings: the Chindits in the 1944 Burma campaign against the Japanese: the Chinese Communist Forces during the Korean War; British operations in Malaya and Borneo from 1948 to 1966: and the First Special Service Force in its battles in the mountains of Itali during World War II. These examples are diverse in terms of time, areas of operations, and opposing forces, yet they reveal common characteristics of light forces and their operations.A Historical Perspective on Light Infantry is based on extensive research in primary and secondary historical sources. The author has uncovered numerous doctrinal and operational manuals and reports and has gone beyond them to explore the more personal side of light infantry operations. This study is both fascinating reading and a valuable historica, analysis of the capabilities and limitations of light infantry when faced with the test of battle.…