The Social History of the Machine Gun
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The Social History of the Machine Gun by John Ellis
The introduction of the machine gun in the late 19th century revolutionized the conduct of war - gone were the days of leisurely tactics and "civilized" warfare. Though the traditional officer class were at first slow to grasp its potential, it wasn't long before the powerful new weapon made its mark. This study shows how influential the machine gun was in the American Civil War, in creating the European Colonies in Africa, and, above all, in World War I. Beyond this, he shows the equally revolutionary social and moral impact of a weapon that could kill so many, so fast.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780712656696 |
| ISBN 10 | 0712656693 |
| Title | The Social History of the Machine Gun |
| Author | John Ellis |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Vintage Publishing |
| Year published | 1993-06-03 |
| Number of pages | 186 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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