A System of Target Practice: For the Use of Troops When Armed With the Musket, Rifle-Musket, Rifle, or Carbine; Prepared Principally From the French (Classic Reprint)

Henry Heth

ISBN 10: 0282382747 / ISBN 13: 9780282382742

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A System of Target Practice: For the Use of Troops When Armed With the Musket, Rifle-Musket, Rifle, or Carbine; Prepared Principally From the French (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282382747
• ISBN 13: 9780282382742
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Like New

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Synopsis

This book delves into the history of target practice in the United States Army in the mid-19th century, a time of great change and innovation in military technology. The author, Captain Henry Heth, a prominent military figure of the era, provides a detailed guide to target practice techniques, drawing on his own experience and incorporating insights from the successful French and British systems. Heth's meticulous approach is evident in his systematic breakdown of different firing positions, emphasizing the importance of proper aiming, handling of the rifle, and the role of the wind in ballistics. The text goes beyond simple training manuals, exploring the psychological and physical aspects of marksmanship, demonstrating how the ability to accurately judge distances and control one's body under pressure were crucial to military success. Heth's work offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of military training in the lead-up to the Civil War, showcasing how advancements in weaponry and tactics were altering the very nature of combat.