Handbook of the 8-Inch Howitzer Matériel: Model of 1917 (Vickers Mark Vi), With Instructions for Its Care, January 15, 1918 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

United States Army Ordnance Dept

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260525618 ISBN 13: 9780260525611

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

A detailed, era-specific field manual for the 8-inch howitzer and its carriage.

This reference presents the Model of 1917 (Vickers Mark VI) and its care instructions, with plates and practical guidance for maintenance, handling, and operation.

This edition combines a complete equipment list, description of components, and step‑by‑step procedures to keep the howitzer and its carriage in fighting condition. It also covers ammunition, loading, and safety practices, along with the associated fire-control gear used by field artillery units of the period.

• Learn the layout and parts of the 8-inch howitzer and its carriage, including breech mechanisms, obturation, firing system, and sighting gear.
• Understand care, preservation, and routine maintenance to prevent damage and ensure reliability.
• Explore the assembly, disassembly, and adjustment procedures that were standard for this era.
• Review the listed equipment, tools, and spare parts used by a complete battery setup.

Ideal for readers of historical military manuals, collectors, and researchers seeking insight into early 20th‑century artillery logistics and maintenance.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260525618
• ISBN 13: 9780260525611
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 123