The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I

by Chris Bishop (Editor)

From the first tanks to early submarines to the repeating rifle to the biplane, Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I examines key weapons from the Great War. It includes more than 300 pieces of equipment from handguns to zeppelins. Each weapon system is illustrated with a detailed profile artwork and a photograph showing the weapons system in service. Accompanying the illustrative material is detailed text that lists each weapon s service history, the numbers built, and its variants, as well as full specifications. Which tanks were first used at Cambrai? What was created in response to the request for a bloody paralyzer ? What was the range of the Paris gun? Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I answers these questions and many more. Packed with artworks, photographs and information on each featured weapon, Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I is a fantastic book for any general reader or military enthusiast.

REVIEWS "This is a good single volume introduction to the weapons of the Great War, the first truly industrialized conflict, and a good starting point for any more detailed study of military technology of the period." History of War magazine

Genres: World War I, History

272 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 2014