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Douglas, H. (Composer)
1882
1954
Douglas, Harry
Machine gun manual : $b a complete manual to machine gunnery, containing details of Maxim, Vickers, Lewis, Colt, Hotchkiss, together with drill (elementary and advanced) fire orders, notes from the front and a mass of other useful information
$aUnited Kingdom :$bHarrison and Sons, $c1917.
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"Machine Gun Manual" by Captain H. Douglas is a comprehensive technical manual written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a guide to machine gunnery, detailing various machine gun models and their operational procedures. It includes essential information such as specifications, assembly instructions, maintenance protocols, and troubleshooting tips for different types of machine guns, including the Maxim, Vickers, and Colt. The opening of the manual introduces the reader to the various machine guns it covers, starting with a detailed description of the Maxim gun. It provides specifications such as weight and component functions, illustrating the gun's mechanical workings and design. The content emphasizes the importance of proper care and handling of the weapon, outlining essential assembly, loading, unloading, and cleaning procedures. This opening portion lays a strong foundation for soldiers and military personnel seeking practical guidance on machine gunnery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/1917ukmachinegunmanual/page/n19/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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