War In Practice: Some Tactical And Other Lessons Of The Campaign In South Africa 1899-1902 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163096710)

War in Practice: Some Tactical and Other Lessons of the Campaign in South Africa 1899-1902 is a book written by B.F.S. Baden-Powell, a British army officer who served in the Second Boer War. The book is a detailed account of his experiences and observations during the campaign, with a focus on the tactics and strategies employed by both sides. Baden-Powell covers a range of topics, including the use of cavalry, artillery, and infantry, as well as the importance of intelligence gathering and logistics. He also discusses the challenges of fighting in a guerilla war, and the impact of terrain and weather on military operations.Throughout the book, Baden-Powell emphasizes the importance of adaptability and flexibility in warfare, and the need for commanders to be able to think on their feet and adjust their plans as circumstances change. He also provides numerous examples of both successful and unsuccessful tactics and strategies, drawing on his own experiences as well as those of other officers and soldiers.Overall, War in Practice is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or strategy, offering a unique perspective on one of the most significant conflicts of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.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.

Author: B. F. S. Baden-Powell
ISBN-10: 1163096717
ISBN-13: 9781163096710
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 282
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d