Light Drill - William Dawes Malton - Bog

Light Drill: In Accordance With The Field Exercise And Evolutions Of Infantry, 1859 (1860) is a military manual written by William Dawes Malton. Published in 1860, the book provides a comprehensive guide to the drill and evolutions of infantry in the mid-19th century. It is specifically focused on light infantry, which was a type of infantry that was trained to operate in open terrain and engage in skirmishes. The book is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of light infantry drill, including marching, forming lines, deploying skirmishers, and executing maneuvers. It also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the movements and formations described in the text. Overall, Light Drill is a valuable resource for military historians and enthusiasts interested in the tactics and strategies used by infantry during the mid-19th century. It provides a glimpse into the training and organization of light infantry during this period, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by soldiers on the battlefield.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.