British Artillery 1914–19: Field Army Artillery (New Vanguard, 94)

British Artillery 1914–19: Field Army Artillery (New Vanguard, 94)

In 1914 the artillery of Britain's 'Field Army' encompassed those weapons judged to have sufficient mobility to keep up with troops in the field. This book describes all major variants, from the 60-pdr guns of the heavy field batteries, perched somewhat uncomfortably on the cusp between field artillery and siege artillery, to the 2.75in. guns of the mountain batteries, almost toy-like in comparison. Between these two extremes lay the bulk of the artillery of the Field Army: the 13-pdr guns of the Royal Horse Artillery, and the 18-pdr guns and 4.5in. howitzers of the Royal Field Artillery batteries. The unrivalled illustrated reference on fighting vehicles, transport and artillery through the ages. Each volume is illustrated throughout, making these books uniquely accessible to history enthusiasts of all ages. Dale Clarke completed his PhD at Cranfield University, and his Masters at De Montfort University. His specialist area of interest is the application of technology to warfare, and he takes a 'hands-on' approach, being involved in various restoration projects and having experience as an armourer and technical advisor in film and television. A reservist officer in the Royal Artillery, he has served with the British Army in Iraq and Afghanistan. BRIAN DELF began his career producing artwork for advertising and commercial publications. Since 1972, he has worked as a freelance illustrator on a variety of subjects, and books which he has illustrated have been published in more than 30 countries. New Mint Condition Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon Guaranteed packaging No quibbles returns