Infantry In Battle

by The Infantry Journal, Charles Trueman Lanham

Infantry In Battle is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth analysis of the role of infantry in military operations. Written by The Infantry Journal, this book covers a wide range of topics related to infantry warfare, including tactics, weapons, equipment, and training.The book begins with an overview of the history of infantry warfare, from ancient times to modern-day conflicts. It then delves into the different types of infantry units, including light infantry, mechanized infantry, and airborne infantry.Infantry In Battle also covers the tactics and strategies used by infantry units in combat, including offensive and defensive operations, urban warfare, and guerrilla warfare. The book provides detailed information on infantry weapons and equipment, such as rifles, machine guns, grenades, and body armor.In addition to covering the technical aspects of infantry warfare, Infantry In Battle also explores the psychological and emotional aspects of combat. The book discusses the importance of morale, leadership, and teamwork in infantry units, and provides guidance on how to maintain these crucial elements in the face of adversity.Overall, Infantry In Battle is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and tactics of infantry warfare. Whether you are a military historian, a student of military science, or a serving member of the armed forces, this book provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of infantry combat.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.

436 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1982

Reviews

[Yoon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this as FMFRP 12-2 Infantry in Battle, which I believe is the same book. This is a concise, well-written, well-illustrated (maps and diagrams) overview of tactics and problems of command. Although all the examples are drawn from the Great War, many of the observations seem to be more generally applicable. Excellent read, well worth your time.

[Terry Tucker · Rating 4 out of 5]

in 1934, George C. Marshall penned the Introduction to this book. He was an Infantry Colonel at the Infantry School. The goal of this book was to use selected lessons from the Great War to show that there is a difference between what we acquire in peace time training vs actual experience. "...By the use of [tactical] historical examples, the reader is acquainted with the realities of war and the difficult and disconcerting conditions which tactical problems must be solved in the face of the enemy..."
in 1957, 25 lockers of student curricula material for the period 1919 - 1940 were discovered. The Green Book Series on Army Strategic Planning and Coalition Warfare was published four years before this material was discovered. In 1932, the former Chief of Staff, Gen. Peyton March, said that the US Army was impotent- this was true. However, by 1938 the War Department and the AWC concurred. The two editions of Infantry in Battle, the first ed. of 1934, and the second ed., printed in 1938, are attempts to correct known problems in officer education and training. the 2nd ed, was extensively revised.
The 1939 edition has an introduction and 27 chapters. There are chapters on simplicity, decisions, command, control, communication, battle reconnaissance, and fire and movement to name a few. Each chapter has two or three examples and maps. What makes this book also valuable are the index. there is an index of persons, an index to units, publications quoted and a geographical index.
This book is a window on the growth and development of the US Army and is very interesting reading.

[Paul Holloway]

Infantry in Battle by Infantry Journal Incorporated (1939)