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Balck, W. (William)
1859
1924
Balck, William
Krueger, Walter
1881
1967
Tactics, Volume 1 (of 2). Introduction and Formal Tactics of Infantry
Brian Coe, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
"Tactics, Volume 1" by W. Balck is a military treatise focused on the formal tactics of infantry, written in the early 20th century. This publication is likely a revised edition of a work originally released in the late 19th century, reflecting the tactical developments influenced by major military conflicts such as the Boer War and the Russo-Japanese War. The book discusses important principles and methods used in the organization and deployment of infantry, drawing on historical examples to illustrate tactical lessons derived from military history. At the start of this comprehensive work, the author lays a foundation for understanding the principles of war, strategy, and tactics. He emphasizes the continuous evolution of tactics in response to advancements in warfare technology and historical lessons from conflicts. Balck discusses the importance of infantry, addressing its evolution over time and the implications of different tactics, such as linear and column tactics. Furthermore, he outlines the necessity for adaptable training and organization reflecting contemporary requirements while integrating insights from military history to inform effective tactical methods. This introduction sets the stage for a detailed exploration of infantry tactics, emphasizing their relevance and application in various combat scenarios. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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