The Special Operations Of War - Francis James Lippitt - Bog

The Special Operations Of War by Francis James Lippitt is a comprehensive guidebook that focuses on various military strategies and tactics employed during times of war. Published in 1868, the book is divided into three main sections, each of which deals with a specific aspect of warfare: the forcing and defense of defiles, the forcing and defense of rivers, and the passage of rivers in retreat.The first section of the book covers the tactics involved in the forcing and defense of defiles, which are narrow passages through mountains that can be easily defended by an opposing army. Lippitt explains how to use various military strategies to overcome these obstacles, including flanking maneuvers and the use of artillery.The second section of the book deals with the forcing and defense of rivers, which are often strategic points of interest during times of war. Lippitt provides detailed instructions on how to cross rivers, including the use of pontoon bridges and boats, and also outlines the best ways to defend against enemy attacks on river crossings.The final section of the book focuses on the passage of rivers in retreat, which is a particularly difficult and dangerous aspect of warfare. Lippitt provides detailed instructions on how to safely retreat across rivers while minimizing losses and avoiding enemy attacks.Overall, The Special Operations Of War is a valuable resource for military strategists, historians, and anyone interested in the tactics and strategies of warfare. Lippitt's detailed explanations and practical advice make this book an essential read for anyone interested in military history.The Attack And Defense Of Open Towns And Villages, The Conduct Of Detachments For Special Purposes, And Notes On Tactical Operations In Sieges.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.