
First World War Weapons: 5 Minute History
Scott Addington(Author)
The History Press Ltd
Published on 1. April 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-7524-9322-0 (ISBN)
Description
How much can you really find out about the Weapons of the First World War in five minutes? This handy little history book will surpass all your expectations and leave you well versed on all you wish to know, and maybe even a little bit more... What was the deadliest weapon? Why did officers refuse to carry pistols? How was gas fired at the enemy? And how successful was it? How did tanks get their name? Jam-packed with facts and first-hand accounts of the action, all woven together in an accessible way by an expert in the field, this 5 Minute History is a valuable addition to anyone's bookshelf, ready to be delved into at a moment's notice.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Stroud
United Kingdom
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 170 mm
Width: 109 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
45 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7524-9322-0 (9780752493220)
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Scott Addington
First World War Weapons: 5 Minute History
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04/2014
The History Press Ltd
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Scott Addingtonis an author and historian and runs a military research website. He is the author of "Heroes: Britain's Bravest Fighters: World War One.""