Military Trains and Railways: An Illustrated History

Military Trains and Railways: An Illustrated History

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Military Trains and Railways: An Illustrated History

Featuring 256 drawings, this history of military trains and railways from 1853 through 1953 describes how the railroad transformed the nature of warfare. Transport and logistics are discussed for armored trains, rail-borne artillery and armored combat vehicles, medical evacuation trains and draisines (light auxiliary vehicles such as handcars). The railroad's role in establishing European colonial empires in Asia and Africa is examined. Conflicts covered include the Boer Wars, the American Civil War, the Austro-Prussian War, the Franco-Prussian War, the Russo-Turkish War, World War I, the Finnish Civil War, the Spanish Civil War, World War II and the French Indochina War.

Technical Specifications

Country
USA
Brand
McFarland
Manufacturer
McFarland & Company
Binding
Paperback
ItemPartNumber
Refer to Sapnet.
ReleaseDate
2017-09-07T00:00:01Z
UnitCount
1
Format
Illustrated
EANs
9781476667607