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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
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Manual for Courts-Martial (Hardcover)
Arthur Murray; Created by United States. War Department, United States Army Office of the Ju
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R811
Discovery Miles 8 110
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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What is Propaganda?
U.S. War Department
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R469
Discovery Miles 4 690
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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With full color images this is a carefully restored reproduction of
a then highly classified 1943 US Army War Department manual.
Report of explorations for a route for the Pacific Railroad, near
the forty-seventh and forty-ninth parallels of north latitude, from
St. Paul to Puget Sound.Vol.1, Part 2
The 155-mm Howitzer M1 was first produced in 1942 as a medium
artillery piece. It saw service with the US Army during World War
II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, before being replaced by
the M198 Howitzer. The gun was used by the armed forces of many
nations, and in some countries, it still remains in service. The
155-mm Howitzer was developed as an afterthought. A new carriage
was under development for much of the 1930s for the existing World
War I era M1918 until 1939 when it was realized that it did not
seem logical to put a new carriage underneath an obsolete howitzer.
Consequently, development began anew with a carriage designed to be
used for the 155-mm Howitzer. This was completed by May 15th, 1941
when the Howitzer M1 on the Carriage M1 was standardized. The
howitzer itself differed from the older model by a lengthened
barrel of twenty calibers and a new breech mechanism. Uniquely, it
was the sole 'slow-cone' interrupted screw mechanism to enter
service after 1920. This meant that two separate movements were
necessary to open the breech, versus the single movement of the
'steep cone' mechanism that simultaneously rotated and withdrew the
breech. Created in 1943, this technical manual reveals a great deal
about the 155-mm Howitzer M1's design and capabilities. Intended as
a manual for those charged with operation and maintenance, it
details many aspects of its assembly, ammunition, and accessories.
Originally labeled restricted, this manual was declassified long
ago and is here reprinted in book form. Care has been taken to
preserve the integrity of the text.
Based on the civilian WL model, Harley-Davidson's WLA ("A" for
"Army") motorcycle was first produced in 1940. It would remain in
production through 1945, and eventually over 90,000 were delivered
for use in all theaters of WWII. Like the WL, the WLA was equipped
with a 45 cubic inch (740 cc) flathead high compression engine and
a rugged frame. Military modifications included blackout lights,
fenders without traditional sides (to reduce mud clogging), an air
cleaner to facilitate off-road use and easy maintenance, and a
crankcase breather that enabled the fording of water obstacles. The
motorcycle typically was also equipped with leg protectors, a skid
plate, leather rifle or machine gun scabbard, an ammunition box,
radio or luggage rack, and a windscreen. This U.S. Army technical
manual TM 9-879 was created in 1943 for the men who operated and
serviced the WLA in the field. In its pages you will find a
description of the motorcycle, and information regarding its use
and care.Originally classified "restricted," this manual was
declassified long ago and is reprinted here in its entirety. Legal
disclaimer: The name "Harley-Davidson" is a trademark of H-D
Michigan, LLC and the Harley Davidson Motor Co., which reserves all
rights to it.
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