Download or read book The Rifles written by William T. Vollmann and published by New York : Viking. This book was released on 1994 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A novel about Sir John Franklin's 19th-century Arctic expedition and about modern Inuit life.
Download or read book The Rifles Are There written by David Orr and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2005-11-19 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the long overdue history of the two Royal Ulster Rifles battalions during the Second World War. Although there was a healthy rivalry between the battalions, both reserved their fighting skills for the luckless enemy. At the outbreak of the war the 1st Battalion was garrisoned in India whereas the 2nd went to France with the BEF. Indeed the title of this book is credited to Major General Bernard Montgomery who was commanding 3rd Division during the retreat to Dunkirk. On hearing that the RUR were in the line, he reputedly exclaimed, 'it's alright then the Rifles are there'.After arduous training both battalions landed in Normandy on D-Day; the 1st by gliders as part of 6th Airlanding Brigade and the 2nd with 9th Brigade of 3rd Division on SWORD Beach. Indeed the RUR have the unique distinction of being the only British regiment to be represented on D-Day by both regular battalions. In addition numerous Riflemen were in 9th Parachute Battalion (commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Terence Otway, himself a Rifles' Officer) and there is a full description of the legendary assault on the Merville Battery.This well-researched work goes on to describe the long slog through North West Europe to the heart of Germany. Of the manyfierce engagements that the battalions fought, those in the Ardennes during the German counter-attack and the massive Rhine Crossing Operation (VARSITY) deserve special mention.There were numerous battles, both major and minor, where the Rifles' legendary fighting skills and courage were put to the test.
Download or read book Rifles of the World written by John Walter and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive illustrated guide to the world's centerfire and rimfire rifles.
Download or read book The Rifle in America written by Philip Burdette Sharpe and published by . This book was released on 1987-12-01 with total page 641 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Complete Book of Rifles And Shotguns written by Jack O'Connor and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2016-01-18 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive, fully illustrated guide to modern sporting rifles and how to use them, cartridges for small, medium and big game, barrels, stocks, sights, scopes, shooting techniques, where to hit them, modern shotguns and how to use them, double, pump, automatic, shotgun stocks, shells, chokes, care of your shotgun, history of sporting rifles and shotguns, complete glossary, PLUS Jack O’Connor’s Seven Lesson “How to Shoot Course”.
Download or read book Jim Carmichel s Book of the Rifle written by Jim Carmichel and published by Osprey Books. This book was released on 1985 with total page 584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rifle written by Andrew Biggio and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It all started because of a rifle. The Rifle is an inspirational story and hero’s journey of a 28-year-old U.S. Marine, Andrew Biggio, who returned home from combat in Afghanistan and Iraq, full of questions about the price of war. He found answers from those who survived the costliest war of all -- WWII veterans. It began when Biggio bought a 1945 M1 Garand Rifle, the most common rifle used in WWII, to honor his great uncle, a U.S. Army soldier who died on the hills of the Italian countryside. When Biggio showed the gun to his neighbor, WWII veteran Corporal Joseph Drago, it unlocked memories Drago had kept unspoken for 50 years. On the spur of the moment, Biggio asked Drago to sign the rifle. Thus began this Marine’s mission to find as many WWII veterans as he could, get their signatures on the rifle, and document their stories. For two years, Biggio traveled across the country to interview America’s last-living WWII veterans. Each time he put the M1 Garand Rifle in their hands, their eyes lit up with memories triggered by holding the weapon that had been with them every step of the war. With each visit and every story told to Biggio, the veterans signed their names to the rifle. 96 signatures now cover that rifle, each a reminder of the price of war and the courage of our soldiers.
Download or read book American Gun written by Chris Kyle and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING FOLLOW-UP TO AMERICAN SNIPER Join Chris Kyle on a journedy to discover “how 10 firearms changed United States history” (New York Times Book Review) Drawing on his legendary firearms knowledge and combat experience, U.S. Navy SEAL and #1 bestselling author of American Sniper Chris Kyle dramatically chronicles the story of America—from the Revolution to the present—through the lens of ten iconic guns and the remarkable heroes who used them to shape history: the American long rifle, Spencer repeater, Colt .45 revolver, Winchester 1873 rifle, Springfield M1903 rifle, M1911 pistol, Thompson submachine gun, M1 Garand, .38 Special police revolver, and the M16 rifle platform Kyle himself used. American Gun is a sweeping epic of bravery, adventure, invention, and sacrifice. Featuring a foreword and afterword by Taya Kyle and illustrated with more than 100 photographs, this new paperback edition features a bonus chapter, “The Eleventh Gun,” on shotguns, derringers, and the Browning M2 machine gun.
Download or read book The Rifle Book written by Jack O'Connor and published by Random House (NY). This book was released on 1978 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rifle Story written by John Walter and published by Greenhill Books/Lionel Leventhal. This book was released on 2006 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book about Nature for naughty kids. Nice kids learn about the life-cycle of the monarch butterfly and tadpoles turning into frogs. Naughty kids want to know about squashed hedgehogs and dead pukeko. Nice kids like to look at books with pretty pictures of puppy dogs and kittens. Naughty kids would rather see blood and guts and maggots. And rats. Lots of rats. Don't forget the rats. Age 9+
Download or read book Gun Digest Book of Classic American Combat Rifles written by Terry Wieland and published by Deer Hunting MG. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers the reader a blow-by-blow, you-are-there reports on some of the greatest American firearms since 1776. From historical combat firearms to modern classics, it provides a unique perspective on American combat rifles that are recognised around the world as classic combat rifles.
Download or read book The Gun written by C. J. Chivers and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the history of the AK-47 assault rifle, from its inception to its use by more than fifty national armies around the world, to its role in modern-day Afghanistan, discussing how the deadly weapon has helped alter world history.
Download or read book The Rifle written by Gary Paulsen and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2006 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this Paulsen classic, a treasured rifle passed down through generations isthe cause of a tragic accident.
Download or read book Rifles written by Rupert Matthews and published by Hinkler Books (AU). This book was released on 2014-08-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the history and development of weaponry through the ages with The Illustrated History of Weapons series. These comprehensive visual reference books explore the craftsmanship and progression of weaponry and cover the many important conflicts and historical events that have shaped the world we live in. These titles feature stunning photography, fascinating biographical information and detailed insight into the technology and tactics of the battlefield, and cover the evolution of early knives and swords through to the pistols and rifles of modern times. Selling Points -There is a great deal of interest in weaponry: according to Google, there are an average of 368,000 searches for 'swords', over 670,00 searches for 'knives', and 450,000 searches for 'pistol' and 'rifle' respectively each month. -Stunning series look with great collectability at a great price. -Perfect gift for the history buff or weapons enthusiast.
Download or read book The Fighting Rifle written by Chuck Taylor and published by . This book was released on 1996-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author brings his expertise to bear on the combative use of the shoulder arm. The differences between assault and battle rifles, as well as between automatic rifles and light machine guns are clearly explained. The history and development of the modern fighting rifle is covered in complete detail.
Download or read book Chassepot to FAMAS French Military Rifles 1866 2016 written by Ian McCollum and published by . This book was released on 2023-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Scout Rifle Study written by Richard Mann and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-02-21 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the definitive study of the enigma known as the Scout Rifle. The Scout Rifle, as conceived by Jeff Cooper, is one of the most misunderstood firearms of all time. The Scout Rifle Study examines the factors that influenced Cooper's Scout Rifle Concept, examines the practicality of the Scout Rifle, looks at the various attempts to achieve Scout Rifle nirvana, and explores the feasibility of the Scout Rifle in the modern world. Whether you're already a Scout Rifle enthusiast or if you're considering a Scout Rifle for the first time, The Scout Rifle Study is the ultimate guide to what many believe is a rifle that can do everything well or possibly, the only rifle you will ever need.
